Weight
- JBL Tune 230NC
- 10.2 g per earbud
- Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
- About 7 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
JBL Tune 230NC vs Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  JBL Tune 230NC
KSh 11,000In Stock | 02  Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
KSh 11,600In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro connects to two devices at once, is lighter on the head and has larger 10.6 mm drivers, while the JBL Tune 230NC lasts longer between charges (up to 40 hours).
Connections
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Uses USB-C
- Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
- Charging case uses USB-C
Controls
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Touch controls for playback
- Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
- Touch controls you can customise
Two devices
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Connects to one device at a time
- Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
- Connects to two devices at once
Software
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Works with the JBL Headphones app
- Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
- Works with the Soundcore app
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
JBL Tune 230NC
- Longer rated battery life: up to 40 hours (vs 8 hours).
- Lower price: KSh 11,000 (vs KSh 11,600).
Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
- Connects to two devices at once.
- Wireless charging: on charging case.
- App 3D audio effect.
- Case wireless charging.
- Lighter: about 7 g each (vs 10.2 g).
- Virtual surround sound.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | JBL Tune 230NC | Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Ear tips included | Four sizes of silicone ear tips and ear wings: XS, S, M and L |
| Weight | 10.2 g per earbud | About 7 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 40 hours | Up to 8 hours per charge; 32 hours with the case |
| Two devices | Connects to one device at a time | Connects to two devices at once |
| Controls | Touch Control | Customisable touch controls |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Software | Works with the JBL Headphones app | Works with the Soundcore app |
| Charging time | 2 hours from empty | Earbuds approximately two hours Australia FAQ |
| Drivers | 6 mm dynamic drivers | ACAA 2.0 coaxial dual drivers: 10.6mm dynamic driver plus balanced-armature driver |
| App support | JBL Headphones app | Soundcore app |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz | 20Hz–40kHz |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Ambient Aware, TalkThru | Full transparency and vocal modes |
| Case features | Standard charging case | Sliding cover, charging-status LED indicators |
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Detailed comparison
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These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both work with a companion app.
- 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.
In summary
For most buyers the Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro is the better buy; the JBL Tune 230NC makes sense if you want longer battery life.
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