Weight
- JBL Tune 230NC
- 10.2 g per earbud
- JBL Tune Buds
- 10.8 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
JBL Tune 230NC vs JBL Tune Buds
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  JBL Tune 230NC
KSh 11,000In Stock | 02  JBL Tune Buds
KSh 11,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The JBL Tune Buds is the better buy: it has better water and dust protection (IP54), lasts longer between charges (up to 48 hours) and has larger 10 mm drivers.
Connections
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Bluetooth 5.2 connection
- JBL Tune Buds
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Two devices
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Connects to one device at a time
- JBL Tune Buds
- Can stay connected to two devices
Battery life
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Up to 40 hours
- JBL Tune Buds
- Up to 30 hours with the case
Noise cancellation
- JBL Tune 230NC
- Noise cancellation
- JBL Tune Buds
- Active noise cancellation
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
JBL Tune 230NC
- Up to 40 hours.
- No.
- IPX4 water and dust resistance.
- Works with the JBL Headphones app.
JBL Tune Buds
- IP54 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
- Longer rated battery life: up to 48 hours (vs 40 hours).
- Fast charging.
- Multipoint connection.
- Larger drivers: 10 mm (vs 6 mm).
- Newer model: released in 2023 (vs 2021).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | JBL Tune 230NC | JBL Tune Buds |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Ear tips included | Ear tips included |
| Weight | 10.2 g per earbud | 10.8 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 40 hours | Up to 30 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 |
| Impedance | 16Ω | 32Ω |
| Audio features | JBL Pure Bass Sound | JBL Pure Bass Sound, Voice Aware |
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Detailed comparison
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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
The JBL Tune Buds is the better buy for almost everyone, with better water and dust protection and longer battery life.
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