Connections
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Bluetooth 5.2 connection
- JBL Tune Beam 2
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Earbud comparison
JBL Tune 230NC vs JBL Tune Beam 2
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  JBL Tune 230NC
KSh 11,000In Stock | 02  JBL Tune Beam 2
KSh 12,300In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The JBL Tune Beam 2 is the stronger choice: it has better water and dust protection (IP54), lasts longer between charges (up to 48 hours) and has larger 10 mm drivers, while the JBL Tune 230NC only costs KSh 1,300 less.
Two devices
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Connects to one device at a time
- JBL Tune Beam 2
- Can stay connected to two devices
Weight
- JBL Tune 230NC
- 10.2 g per earbud
- JBL Tune Beam 2
- 5.2gg per earpiece
Battery life
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Up to 40 hours
- JBL Tune Beam 2
- Up to 36 hours with the case
Noise cancellation
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Noise cancellation
- JBL Tune Beam 2
- Active noise cancellation
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
JBL Tune 230NC
- Lower price: KSh 11,000 (vs KSh 12,300).
JBL Tune Beam 2
- IP54 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
- Longer rated battery life: up to 48 hours (vs 40 hours).
- Fast charging: 3 hours runtime from speed charge.
- Multipoint connection.
- Spatial Sound.
- Virtual surround sound.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | JBL Tune 230NC | JBL Tune Beam 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Ear tips included | Ear tips included |
| Weight | 10.2 g per earbud | 5.2gg per earpiece |
| Battery life | Up to 40 hours | Up to 36 hours with the case |
| Two devices | Connects to one device at a time | Stays connected to two devices |
| Controls | Touch Control | Touch Control |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Active noise cancellation |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance | IP54 water and dust resistance |
| Fast charging | No | Yes, 3 hours runtime from speed charge |
| Spatial audio | No | Spatial Sound |
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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 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 JBL Tune Beam 2 is the better buy; the JBL Tune 230NC makes sense if price matters most, as it costs less.
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