JBL TUNE 110
Sony WF-1000XM5
What Buyers Say
JBL TUNE 110
The JBL Tune 110 wired earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, strong bass, and comfortable fit. Users appreciate the flat cable design that resists tangling and the inclusion of multiple ear tip sizes. A few reviewers mention durability concerns, with one unit failing after six months, and some find the earbuds cause earaches during extended use. Overall, they are praised as a great value for the price.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Strong bass
- Comfortable fit
- Flat tangle-free cable
- Multiple ear tip sizes
Cons
- Durability issues after months
- Earaches with prolonged use
- No mute button on cable
- Not noise-cancelling
Sony WF-1000XM5
The Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, making them great for travel and workouts. However, a significant number of complaints focus on Bluetooth connectivity issues, poor ANC compared to previous models, and fit problems that cause discomfort or earbuds falling out. Battery life and case charging also draw criticism, with some users experiencing defects. Overall, while the audio performance is often lauded, reliability and fit concerns prevent a higher rating.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Great battery life
- Customizable app
Cons
- Bluetooth connectivity issues
- Poor ANC compared to previous models
- Fit problems causing discomfort
- Earbuds fall out easily
- Case battery drains quickly
Scores
Specifications
| JBL TUNE 110 | Sony WF-1000XM5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | in-ear | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 3 x Ear Tip Sizes | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.01 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 9 mm★ | 8.399999618530273 mm |
| Drivers | 9★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 96 dB | 102 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | JBL Tune 110 - Wired in-Ear Headphones with JBL Pure Bass Sound, 1-Button Remote, Microphone and Tangle-Free Flat Cable (Blue) | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB Type C |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 3 Minutes for 1 Hour |
| Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 24 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Sony Headphone Connect App |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
JBL TUNE 110
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (67th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Sony WF-1000XM5
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (12th percentile)12th %ile
Pricing
JBL TUNE 110 offers 9.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 40 specs.
