Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro IPX7

JBL Tune Flex IPX4

IP ratings refer to the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IPX4, the JBL Tune Flex's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number 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, Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a rating of IPX7 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, JBL Tune Flex has a lower liquid rating than Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 11g

JBL Tune Flex 9.6g

The JBL Tune Flex have a weight of 9.6g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to transport.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, at 11g weigh more than the JBL Tune Flex with a difference of 1.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

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 matter since they have no cables. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds .

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the 2 earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro come with wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.

Sweat Resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex have sweat resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant.

Has Stereo Speakers

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

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, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

ANC utilises more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 thus "diluting" the noise.

The 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 outcompete background noise.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have ANC making both devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The JBL Tune Flex and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro work with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

The JBL Tune Flex sit well in place, creating a sound covering that reduces your environment noise while preventing the earbuds music from leaking out at the same.

Both Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, and JBL Tune Flex have passive noise reduction which means that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 10mm

JBL Tune Flex 12mm

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro driver unit is 10mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2mm , 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 yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 20Hz

JBL Tune Flex 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 recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 20,000Hz

JBL Tune Flex 20,000Hz

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 25dB/mW

JBL Tune Flex 108dB/mW

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.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's sound pressure level measurement is 25dB/mW. How loud a device is can be considered differently by separate persons, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.

Jbl Endurance Peak 3 Vs. Jbl Tune Flex Review

Battery Life

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 8hours

JBL Tune Flex 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's battery life is equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Each time you recharge your earbuds, 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 18hours

JBL Tune Flex 24hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and JBL Tune Flex's case has 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 having to recharge the case itself.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours, less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 6 hours

Charge Time

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✗

JBL Tune Flex 2hours

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.

Has Wireless Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro v5.3

JBL Tune Flex v5.2

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of JBL Tune Flex . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 10meters

JBL Tune Flex 10meters

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex

Has Aac

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex support AAC, a codec 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 well with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 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.

Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Vs. Jbl Tune Flex Review

Number Of Microphones

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 6only

JBL Tune Flex 4only

JBL Tune Flex have 4 microphones.

While the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro microphones are 6, more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

Mic Sensitivity

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✗

JBL Tune Flex -38dBV/Pa

JBL Tune Flex microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The magnitude 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 voice that the microphone can recognize.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the JBL Tune Flex support the find earbuds feature.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your device to locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 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 is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✗

JBL Tune Flex 2only

JBL Tune Flex have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link 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.

Has A Mute Function

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too support this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your pockets without a cover can easily damage them.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 Vs. Jbl Tune Flex Review

Category	Features	Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro	JBL Tune Flex
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX7	IPX4
	weight	11g	9.6g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✓	✗
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	is dust proof and water-resistant	✓	✗
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	10mm	12mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	25dB/mW	108dB/mW
POWER	battery life	8hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	18hours	24hours
	charge time	✗	2hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.3	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	4only
	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
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
		See price on Amazon	See price on Amazon

Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Review

Reasons why you might like the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro

Reasons why you might like the JBL Tune Flex

Related Reviews

Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Review In Summary

Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

Sweat Resistance

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

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

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included