Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Ex Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JBL Tune Flex IPX4

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX IP57

IP ratings is the level of protection offered by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the JBL Tune Flex's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes 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.

In comparison to the JBL Tune Flex, Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a rating of IP57 meaning that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety and that of liquids is that, JBL Tune Flex has a lower liquid rating than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX

Weight

JBL Tune Flex 9.6g

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 12g

The JBL Tune Flex have a weight of 9.6g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, at 12g weigh more than the JBL Tune Flex by of 2.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, JBL Tune Flex are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the 2 earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

JBL Tune Flex have sweat resistance

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

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

Both Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX and JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

ANC uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero which results in a reduced level of noise.

JBL Tune Flex have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for flights and morning commutes. The JBL Tune Flex and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The JBL Tune Flex sit well in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Tune Flex 12mm

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 9.2mm

The JBL Tune Flex driver unit is 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size dictates the loudness of the device.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX driver unit is 9.2mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2.8mm , a common assumption 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Tune Flex 20Hz

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20Hz

The JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

JBL Tune Flex 20,000Hz

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20,000Hz

JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Tune Flex 108dB/mW

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured 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

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 8hours

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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery life is equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JBL Tune Flex 24hours

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the JBL Tune Flex's case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 4 hours

Charge Time

JBL Tune Flex 2hours

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 1.5hours

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Tune Flex's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 0.5 hours

Has Wireless Charging

JBL Tune Flex ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The JBL Tune Flex have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

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

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

JBL Tune Flex v5.2

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX v5.2

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

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Tune Flex 10meters

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 10meters

The JBL Tune Flex have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex

Has Aac

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

JBL Tune Flex support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide 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 well with your iPhone. If you are planning on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

JBL Tune Flex ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

JBL Tune Flex 4only

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 6only

JBL Tune Flex have 4 microphones.

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX microphones are 6, more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

JBL Tune Flex have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

Mic Sensitivity

JBL Tune Flex -38dBV/Pa

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

JBL Tune Flex microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The amount of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the microphone can pick up.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

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

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

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

Supports Fast Charging

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

JBL Tune Flex support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device.

Also the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

JBL Tune Flex 2only

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 2only

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

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another connected device.

Has A Mute Function

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

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

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX also have this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

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

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

JBL Tune Flex ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 3Years

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a warranty period of 3 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 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The JBL Tune Flex support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The JBL Tune Flex come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover can easily damage them.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	JBL Tune Flex	Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IP57
	weight	9.6g	12g
	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	9.2mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	108dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	8hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	24hours	20hours
	charge time	2hours	1.5hours
	has wireless charging	✗	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✗	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	4only	6only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	-38dBV/Pa	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	✗	3Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Ex Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

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

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Aptx Adaptive

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included