Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Apple Airpods (3Rd Gen) Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JBL Tune Flex IPX4

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) IPX4

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX4, the JBL Tune Flex's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the JBL Tune Flex, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

JBL Tune Flex 9.6g

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 8.56g

The JBL Tune Flex have a weight of 9.6g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), at 8.56g weigh less than the JBL Tune Flex by -1.04g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JBL Tune Flex are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the pair of earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

JBL Tune Flex are resistant to sweat

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Tune Flex's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) and JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

ANC uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.

JBL Tune Flex have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have ANC which makes both devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your commute or that suites your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The JBL Tune Flex sit well in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down your environment noise while preventing the device voice audio from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Tune Flex 12mm

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 11mm

The JBL Tune Flex driver unit is 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Tune Flex 20Hz

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 10Hz

The JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this implies that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) produce a juicier bass than the JBL Tune Flex

Highest Frequency

JBL Tune Flex 20,000Hz

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 20,000Hz

The JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device generates high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Tune Flex 108dB/mW

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Tune Flex's measurement is 108dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

JBL Tune Flex 8hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 6hours

JBL Tune Flex's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JBL Tune Flex 24hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 30hours

This is given by the vendor, and the JBL Tune Flex's case has a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 30 hours, more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 6 hours

Charge Time

JBL Tune Flex 2hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 0.3hours

It requires 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Tune Flex's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) takes 0.3 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1.7 hours

Has Wireless Charging

JBL Tune Flex ✗

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

JBL Tune Flex have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your device and charging case.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

The JBL Tune Flex support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

JBL Tune Flex v5.2

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) v5

The JBL Tune Flex have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of JBL Tune Flex . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Tune Flex 10meters

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 10meters

JBL Tune Flex have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex

Has Aac

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

JBL Tune Flex support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL Tune Flex will work fine with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

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Number Of Microphones

JBL Tune Flex 4only

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 6only

JBL Tune Flex have 4 microphones.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) microphones are 6, more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The JBL Tune Flex use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

Mic Sensitivity

JBL Tune Flex -38dBV/Pa

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

JBL Tune Flex microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The size of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the earbud microphone can recognize.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

The JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

Has In/On-Ear Detection

JBL Tune Flex ✗

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, JBL Tune Flex have a find earbuds feature.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to help you locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

JBL Tune Flex support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

JBL Tune Flex 2only

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 2only

JBL Tune Flex have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another device.

Has A Mute Function

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The JBL Tune Flex have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have this function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

With the JBL Tune Flex, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

JBL Tune Flex ✗

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 1Years

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

JBL Tune Flex have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The JBL Tune Flex come with their own special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	JBL Tune Flex	Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX4
	weight	9.6g	8.56g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	12mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	10Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	108dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	8hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	24hours	30hours
	charge time	2hours	0.3hours
	has wireless charging	✗	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✗
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	4only	6only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	-38dBV/Pa	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✗
	has in/on-ear detection	✗	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	✗	1Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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