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Apple EarPods with USB-C vs JBL Tune 125BT

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

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Apple EarPods with USB-C

Apple EarPods with USB-C

  • wired connection.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
  • Wired design.
  • Microphone.
  • Voice assistant: siri via connected Apple device.
KSh 5,500In Stock
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JBL Tune 125BT

JBL Tune 125BT

  • 16.2 g.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Up to 16 hours music playback and talk time.
  • 10 minutes for 1 hour of playback.
  • Bluetooth 5.0.
KSh 6,300In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The JBL Tune 125BT is the stronger choice: it is wireless with up to 16 hours of battery, while the Apple EarPods with USB-C only costs KSh 800 less.

Fit

Apple EarPods with USB-C
Fixed open-fit earbud design
JBL Tune 125BT
3 sizes: S, M

Battery life

Apple EarPods with USB-C
Wired design
JBL Tune 125BT
Up to 16 hours music playback and talk time

Two devices

Apple EarPods with USB-C
Wired design
JBL Tune 125BT
Stays connected to two devices

Controls

Apple EarPods with USB-C
In-line remote for volume, media playback
JBL Tune 125BT
3-button remote with microphone for music and call management

Connections

Apple EarPods with USB-C
USB-C wired
JBL Tune 125BT
Bluetooth 5.0

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple EarPods with USB-C

  • USB-C wired earphones.
  • Newer model: released in 2023 (vs 2020).
  • Lower price: KSh 5,500 (vs KSh 6,300).
  • Connection: USB-C wired.

JBL Tune 125BT

  • Wireless neckband earphones.
  • Wireless, with up to 16 hours of battery.
  • Connection: Wireless.

What matters most to you?

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PriorityApple EarPods with USB-CJBL Tune 125BT
FitFixed open-fit earbud design3 sizes: S, M and L
Battery lifeWired designUp to 16 hours music playback and talk time
Two devicesWired designStays connected to two devices
ControlsIn-line remote for volume, media playback and calls3-button remote with microphone for music and call management
ConnectionsUSB-C wiredBluetooth 5.0
ChargingWired design10 minutes for 1 hour of playback

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with USB-CJBL Tune 125BT
BrandAppleJBL
ModelEarPods (USB-C)Tune 125BT
Announced20232020
TypeUSB-C Wired EarphonesWireless Neckband Earphones
Color—Black

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with USB-CJBL Tune 125BT
Weight—16.2g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with USB-CJBL Tune 125BT
Battery LifeWired designUp to 16 hours music playback and talk time
Charging TimeWired design2 hours
Fast ChargingWired design10 minutes for 1 hour of playback
Charging PortWired designUSB-C / Type-C
Wireless ChargingWired designNot applicable

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with USB-CJBL Tune 125BT
ConnectionUSB-C wiredWireless
BluetoothWired designBluetooth 5.0; profiles HFP v1.5, HSP v1.2, A2DP v1.2 and AVRCP v1.5
Bluetooth RangeWired design—
Multipoint ConnectionWired designYes
ConnectorUSB-CNot applicable

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with USB-CJBL Tune 125BT
Voice AssistantSiri via connected Apple deviceSupported
Special FeaturesAnatomically shaped EarPods designJBL Pure Bass Sound; magnetic cable management; multi-point connection; flat tangle-free cable

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with USB-CJBL Tune 125BT
Active Noise CancellationNo—
Transparency / Ambient ModeNo—
Spatial AudioNo—
MicrophonesBuilt-in microphone1 built-in microphone
Audio FeaturesEngineered for high-quality audio with deep, rich bassJBL Pure Bass Sound; sensitivity 96 dB SPL @ 1kHz/1mW
Drivers—8.6mm dynamic driver
Frequency Response—20 Hz–20 kHz
Impedance—16 Ω

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with USB-CJBL Tune 125BT
Case TypeNo charging caseNo charging case
Case Battery Life——
Case Charging——
Case Charging Port——
Case Wireless Charging——
Case Dimensions——
Case Weight——
Case Water & Dust Resistance——
Case Features——

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with USB-CJBL Tune 125BT
ControlsIn-line remote for volume, media playback and calls3-button remote with microphone for music and call management
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsFixed open-fit earbud design3 sizes: S, M and L

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with USB-CJBL Tune 125BT
Headphones / EarbudsEarPods (USB-C)1 pair of Tune 125BT headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableNo charging required1 Type-C charging cable
Audio CableIntegrated cableNot applicable
Ear Tips / AccessoriesFixed open-fit design3 sizes of ear tips (S, M and L)
DocumentationQuick start and safety documentationQuick Start Guide; warning card; warranty card; safety sheet

Similarities

  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.

In summary

For most buyers the JBL Tune 125BT is the better buy; the Apple EarPods with USB-C makes sense if price matters most, as it costs less.

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