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JBL Live Pro+ TWS vs OnePlus Buds Pro

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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OnePlus Buds Pro

OnePlus Buds Pro

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • Bluetooth 5.2 connection.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • IPX4 rating for the case.
  • Touch controls for everyday use.
KSh 13,000In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The OnePlus Buds Pro is the better buy: it has better water and dust protection (IP55) and faster recharging (10 minutes) and lasts longer between charges (up to 38 hours).

Connections

JBL Live Pro+ TWS
Bluetooth 5.0 connection
OnePlus Buds Pro
Bluetooth 5.2 connection

Two devices

JBL Live Pro+ TWS
Connects to one device at a time
OnePlus Buds Pro
Can stay connected to two devices

Controls

JBL Live Pro+ TWS
Touch controls for playback
OnePlus Buds Pro
Touch controls for everyday use

Fit

JBL Live Pro+ TWS
Ear tips included
OnePlus Buds Pro
Three sizes of silicone ear tips

Weight

JBL Live Pro+ TWS
10 g per earbud
OnePlus Buds Pro
4.35 g per earbud

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Live Pro+ TWS

  • Up to 21 hours with the case.
  • Yes.
  • IPX4 water and dust resistance.
  • Works with the JBL Headphones app.

OnePlus Buds Pro

  • IP55 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
  • Recharges faster: 10 minutes (vs 2 hours), Warp Charge.
  • Connects to two devices at once.
  • Longer rated battery life: up to 38 hours (vs 7 hours).
  • Wireless charging: Qi charging case.
  • Lower price: KSh 13,000 (vs KSh 14,000).

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PriorityJBL Live Pro+ TWSOnePlus Buds Pro
FitEar tips includedThree sizes of silicone ear tips
Weight10 g per earbud4.35 g per earbud
Battery lifeUp to 21 hours with the caseUp to 38 hours total (ANC off)
Two devicesConnects to one device at a timeStays connected to two devices
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.2
Water resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistanceIP55 water and dust resistance

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSOnePlus Buds Pro
BrandJBLOnePlus
ModelLive Pro+ TWSBuds Pro
Announced20212021
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSOnePlus Buds Pro
Weight10g per earpieceBuds: 4.35g each, Case: 52g
Dimensions—Buds: 32 x 23.2 mm, Case: 60.1 x 49.1 x 24.9 mm

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSOnePlus Buds Pro
Battery LifeUp to 7 hours; up to 6 hours with ANC on; up to 7 hours with ANC offUp to 38 hours total (ANC off)
Charging Time2 hours from empty10 min for 10 hours (Warp Charge)
Fast ChargingYes10 minutes provides up to 2 hours earbuds or 10 hours including case
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C (case)
Wireless ChargingNoYes, Qi charging case

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSOnePlus Buds Pro
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth, USB-C charging
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.2
Multipoint ConnectionNoYes, Dual Connection
ConnectorWireless audio connection—
Cable LengthNo audio cable—
App SupportJBL Headphones appHeyMelody
Bluetooth Range—10 m

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSOnePlus Buds Pro
Voice AssistantYes—
Special FeaturesTrue WirelessDolby Atmos, Zen Mode Air, Transparency mode

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSOnePlus Buds Pro
Drivers11 mm dynamic drivers11mm dynamic
Frequency Response20 Hz – 20 kHz20Hz – 20kHz
Impedance16Ω—
Active Noise CancellationAdaptive Noise CancellingAdaptive up to 40dB
Transparency / Ambient ModeAmbient Aware, TalkThruYes
Spatial AudioNo—
MicrophonesBuilt-in microphone3 per earbud
Audio FeaturesJBL Signature SoundOnePlus Audio ID; Zen Mode Air
Audio Codecs—SBC, AAC, LHDC

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSOnePlus Buds Pro
Case TypeCharging caseCharging case
Case Battery LifeUp to 21 hours total playback contributionIncluded in the total battery-life figures above
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Wireless ChargingNoYes, Qi
Case Weight49.5g52 g
Case FeaturesStandard charging caseProtective charging case
Case Dimensions—60.1 × 49 × 24.9 mm
Case Water & Dust Resistance—IPX4

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSOnePlus Buds Pro
ControlsTouch ControlTouch controls for playback, calls and listening modes
Water & Dust ResistanceIPX4, Sweat proofIP55 (buds), IPX4 (case)
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsEar tips includedThree sizes of silicone ear tips

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live Pro+ TWSOnePlus Buds Pro
Headphones / EarbudsLive Pro+ TWSBuds Pro 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 tipsEar tips/accessories supplied for the product design
DocumentationQuick Start Guide / Safety Sheet (S / i); Warranty / Warning (W / !)Quick start and safety documentation

Similarities

  • Both have active noise cancellation.
  • Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use 11 mm drivers.
  • Both use IPX4 (water & dust resistance).

In summary

The OnePlus Buds Pro is the better buy for almost everyone, with better water and dust protection and faster recharging.

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