JBL Endurance Race TWS
Apple AirPods Pro 3
What Buyers Say
JBL Endurance Race TWS
The JBL earbuds receive mostly positive feedback for their sound quality, comfort, and battery life, with many users praising the bass and fit during workouts. However, a few verified reviews report durability issues, such as sweat damage and earbuds loosening over time, as well as occasional connectivity problems. The overall sentiment is favorable but tempered by these recurring concerns.
Pros
- Excellent bass quality
- Comfortable fit for small ears
- Long battery life
- Waterproof and sweat-resistant
- Sleek charging case with light
Cons
- Sweat damage over time
- Earbuds loosen and fall out during workouts
- Occasional connectivity drops
- Case opens accidentally in bag
- Ambient sound mode too quiet
Apple AirPods Pro 3
The AirPods Pro 3 receive high praise for their exceptional active noise cancellation, improved sound quality with deep bass and clear vocals, and comfortable secure fit. Users highlight the new heart-rate sensor, adaptive audio, and live translation as valuable upgrades. However, a few reviewers report discomfort due to the hard plastic shape or fit issues, and some note the case battery could be stronger. Overall, they are seen as a premium but worthwhile upgrade for daily use.
Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- Improved sound quality with deep bass
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Useful heart-rate sensor
- Adaptive audio and transparency mode
Cons
- Uncomfortable hard plastic shape for some
- Fit issues causing earbuds to fall out
- Case battery could be stronger
- High price point
- Different fit compared to previous generations
Scores
Specifications
| JBL Endurance Race TWS | Apple AirPods Pro 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | XXS, XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.06 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 6 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 140 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | JBL Endurance Race TWS - Waterproof true wireless active sport earbuds, JBL Pure Bass Sound, Up to 30 hours of battery life, IP67 Waterproof and Dustproof, Ambient Aware & TalkThru (Black) | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Adaptive Audio |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB-C |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.16670000553131104 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes of Speed Charge gives you another full hour of playtime | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 30 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Hey Google, Alexa | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Android & iOS |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP67 | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
JBL Endurance Race TWS
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong mic (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong comfort (74th percentile)
- Below average sound (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Apple AirPods Pro 3
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Pricing
JBL Endurance Race TWS offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 34 specs.
