Apple AirPods Max 2

Apple AirPods Max 2

Apple
88 Overall Score
vs
JBL JBLTOURONEM3LTTAM

JBL JBLTOURONEM3LTTAM

JBL
74 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Apple AirPods Max 2

78 out of 100 high confidence 159 reviews

The Apple AirPods Max 2 receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, powerful noise cancellation, and seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem. Many users praise the clear, immersive audio and the effective ANC that can block out most background noise. However, significant complaints include high weight causing neck discomfort, poor battery life with rapid drain, and connectivity issues like frequent disconnections. A few users also report defective units that stop working within weeks, and the lack of a power-off button is a common frustration.

Pros
  • Exceptional sound quality
  • Powerful noise cancellation
  • Seamless Apple ecosystem integration
  • Premium build quality
  • Comfortable for extended use
Cons
  • Heavy weight causes neck discomfort
  • Poor battery life with rapid drain
  • Frequent disconnection issues
  • No power-off button
  • Defective units stop working early
👍 Sound quality 35
👍 Noise cancellation 28
👎 Battery life 12
👍 Build quality 15
🤔 Weight and comfort 10
👎 Connectivity 8

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Scores

Budget
Apple
89
JBL
65
Work
Apple
83
JBL
75
Commute
Apple
83
JBL
68
Gaming
Apple
82
JBL
78
Calls
Apple
82
JBL
68
Music
Apple
78
JBL
72
Studio
Apple
73
JBL
64

Specifications

Apple AirPods Max 2JBL JBLTOURONEM3LTTAM
Design
Form Factorover-earover-ear
Open/Closedclosedclosed
Foldable✗✓★
Weight0.39 kg0.28 kg★
Ear Cushionmemory foam—
HeadbandBreathable knit mesh with stainless steel frame—
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size40 mm40 mm
Drivers11
Freq Min20 Hz★—
Freq Max20 kHz192 kHz★
Hi-Res Audio✓✓
CodecsApple AirPods Max 2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio, Personalized Spatial Audio, Live Translation, Bluetooth Headphones – Starlight with AppleCare+ (2 years)Hi-Res Audio with legendary JBL Pro Sound: Robust 40mm mica dome drivers are precisely tuned to deliver deep bass, balanced mids, and crystal-clear highs.
SurroundSpatial Audio—
Noise Control
ANC✓✓
ANC Typeadaptiveadaptive
Transparency✓✓
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.35.3
Multipoint✓✓
Wired ConnectorUSB-C3.5mm
Detachable Cable✗✓★
Battery
Battery Life20 hrs70 hrs★
Charge Time1.5 hrs★—
Fast Charging5 Minutes for 1.5 Hour5 minutes for 5 hours playback
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count38★
NC Mic✓✓
Boom Mic✗—
Detachable Mic✗—
Features
Voice AssistantSiriSiri, Google Assistant
Touch Controls✓✓
AppiOS OnlyJBL Headphones
Volume Limiting✗—
Gaming Mode✗✓★

Pros & Cons

Apple AirPods Max 2

  • Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
  • Below average comfort (30th percentile)

JBL JBLTOURONEM3LTTAM

  • Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
  • Below average social proof (34th percentile)

Pricing

JBL JBLTOURONEM3LTTAM is $206 cheaper (1.8x less).

Apple AirPods Max 20.196score per dollar
vs
JBL JBLTOURONEM3LTTAM0.304score per dollar

JBL JBLTOURONEM3LTTAM offers 1.6x better value for money

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple AirPods Max 2

Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 2 of 36 specs.

Apple AirPods Max 2 Better at:

WorkCallsMusicBudgetGamingStudioCommute

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