Weight
- Sony WF-1000XM6
- About 6.5 g per earbud
- JBL Tour Pro 3
- 5.6 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
Sony WF-1000XM6 vs JBL Tour Pro 3
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Sony WF-1000XM6
KSh 40,000Out of Stock | 02  JBL Tour Pro 3
KSh 33,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The JBL Tour Pro 3 has better water and dust protection (IP55) and is lighter on the head, while the Sony WF-1000XM6 has faster recharging (1.5 hours).
Controls
- Sony WF-1000XM6
- Touch controls for everyday use
- JBL Tour Pro 3
- Touch controls for playback
Fit
- Sony WF-1000XM6
- Noise Isolation Earbud Tips
- JBL Tour Pro 3
- Ear tips included
Water resistance
- Sony WF-1000XM6
- IPX4 water and dust resistance
- JBL Tour Pro 3
- IP55 water and dust resistance
Charging time
- Sony WF-1000XM6
- Approximately 1.5 hours
- JBL Tour Pro 3
- 2 hours from empty
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Sony WF-1000XM6
- Recharges faster: 1.5 hours (vs 2 hours).
- Newer model: released in 2026 (vs 2024).
- Connects to two devices at once.
- LDAC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
JBL Tour Pro 3
- IP55 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
- Lighter: 5.6 g each (vs about 6.5 g).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Sony WF-1000XM6 | JBL Tour Pro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Noise Isolation Earbud Tips | Ear tips included |
| Weight | About 6.5 g per earbud | 5.6 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Music: up to 8 hours with ANC on or 12 hours with ANC off | Up to 33 hours with the case |
| Two devices | Stays connected to two devices | Stays connected to two devices |
| Controls | Touch controls | Touch Control |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance | IP55 water and dust resistance |
| Charging time | Approximately 1.5 hours for earbuds | 2 hours from empty |
| Drivers | 0.33-inch dynamic driver | 10.2 mm/ 0.402" Dynamic Driver + 5.1 mm x 2.8 mm Balanced Armature |
| App support | Sony / Sound Connect | JBL Headphones app |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz–20,000 Hz | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Ambient Sound Mode and Quick Attention | Ambient Aware, TalkThru |
| Case features | USB-C and wireless charging, status indicator | Smart case |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Same connector: wireless audio connection.
In summary
For most buyers the JBL Tour Pro 3 is the better buy; the Sony WF-1000XM6 makes sense if you want faster recharging.
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