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JBL Live Pro+ TWS vs Google Pixel Buds A-Series

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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JBL Live Pro+ TWS

JBL Live Pro+ TWS

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 10 g per earbud.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Connects to one device at a time.
  • Up to 21 hours with the case.
KSh 14,000In Stock
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Google Pixel Buds A-Series

Google Pixel Buds A-Series

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 5.06 g per earbud.
  • Up to 24 hours with the case.
  • Bluetooth 5.0 connection.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 15,500In Stock

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Galaxy Buds 3KSh 13,000
OnePlus Buds 3KSh 14,000
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Our quick verdict

The JBL Live Pro+ TWS is the stronger choice: it has active noise cancellation and an ambient mode to hear your surroundings and offers Ambient Aware, TalkThru, while the Google Pixel Buds A-Series is lighter on the head.

Weight

JBL Live Pro+ TWS
10 g per earbud
Google Pixel Buds A-Series
5.06 g per earbud

Battery life

JBL Live Pro+ TWS
Up to 21 hours with the case
Google Pixel Buds A-Series
Up to 24 hours with the case

Controls

JBL Live Pro+ TWS
Touch controls for playback
Google Pixel Buds A-Series
Touch controls for everyday use

Fit

JBL Live Pro+ TWS
Ear tips included
Google Pixel Buds A-Series
Silicone ear tips, S/M/L

Noise cancellation

JBL Live Pro+ TWS
Active noise cancellation
Google Pixel Buds A-Series
No noise cancellation

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Live Pro+ TWS

  • Active noise cancellation.
  • Ambient Aware, TalkThru.
  • Ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
  • Lower price: KSh 14,000 (vs KSh 15,500).

Google Pixel Buds A-Series

  • Lighter: 5.06 g each (vs 10 g).

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PriorityJBL Live Pro+ TWSGoogle Pixel Buds A-Series
Weight10 g per earbud5.06 g per earbud
Battery lifeUp to 21 hours with the caseUp to 24 hours with the case
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.0
Water resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistance
ChargingYes15 minutes provides up to 3 hours
SoftwareWorks with the JBL Headphones appWorks with the Google Pixel Buds app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSGoogle Pixel Buds A-Series
BrandJBLGoogle
ModelLive Pro+ TWSPixel Buds A-Series
Announced20212021
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
Color—Clearly White, Dark Olive, Charcoal, Sea

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSGoogle Pixel Buds A-Series
Weight10g per earpiece5.06g per earbud; 42.8g case with earbuds
Dimensions—Earbud 20.7 x 29.3 x 17.5mm; case 63 x 47 x 25mm

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSGoogle Pixel Buds A-Series
Battery LifeUp to 7 hours; up to 6 hours with ANC on; up to 7 hours with ANC offUp to 5 hours; up to 24 hours with charging case
Charging Time2 hours from empty—
Fast ChargingYes15 minutes provides up to 3 hours
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C (case)
Wireless ChargingNoNo

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSGoogle Pixel Buds A-Series
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.0
Multipoint ConnectionNo—
ConnectorWireless audio connection—
Cable LengthNo audio cable—
App SupportJBL Headphones appGoogle Pixel Buds app on Android

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSGoogle Pixel Buds A-Series
Voice AssistantYesGoogle Assistant
Special FeaturesTrue WirelessGoogle Fast Pair; real-time translation on supported devices
Sensors—Capacitive touch and IR proximity sensors

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSGoogle Pixel Buds A-Series
Drivers11 mm dynamic driversCustom-designed 12mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response20 Hz – 20 kHz—
Impedance16Ω—
Active Noise CancellationAdaptive Noise CancellingNo
Transparency / Ambient ModeAmbient Aware, TalkThruNo
Spatial AudioNoNo
MicrophonesBuilt-in microphoneDual beamforming microphones
Audio FeaturesJBL Signature SoundAdaptive Sound; Bass Boost
Audio Codecs—AAC, SBC

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSGoogle Pixel Buds A-Series
Case TypeCharging caseCharging case
Case Battery LifeUp to 21 hours total playback contributionIncluded in total battery figures above
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Wireless ChargingNoNo
Case Weight49.5g42.8g with earbuds
Case FeaturesStandard charging caseProtective charging case
Case Dimensions—63 x 47 x 25mm

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSGoogle Pixel Buds A-Series
ControlsTouch ControlCapacitive touch controls
Water & Dust ResistanceIPX4, Sweat proofIPX4 (earbuds)
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsEar tips includedSilicone ear tips, S/M/L

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSGoogle Pixel Buds A-Series
Headphones / EarbudsLive Pro+ TWSPixel Buds A-Series earbuds
Charging CaseCharging caseCharging case
Charging CableType-C USB charging cableUSB-C charging cable
Audio CableNot includedTrue wireless design
Ear Tips / Accessories5 Sizes of ear tipsSilicone ear tips, S/M/L
DocumentationQuick Start Guide / Safety Sheet (S / i); Warranty / Warning (W / !)Quick start guide and safety documentation

Similarities

  • Both are rated IPX4.
  • Both work with a companion app.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Neither has spatial audio.

In summary

For most buyers the JBL Live Pro+ TWS is the better buy; the Google Pixel Buds A-Series makes sense if you want a lighter fit.

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