Weight
- JBL Wave Buds
- 9 g per earbud
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- 5.3 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
JBL Wave Buds vs Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  JBL Wave Buds
KSh 8,000In Stock | 02  Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
KSh 8,500In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The JBL Wave Buds offers up to 24 hours with the charging case and is slimmer, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds Core has active noise cancellation and is lighter on the head.
Connections
- JBL Wave Buds
- Bluetooth 5.2 connection
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Bluetooth 5.4 connection
Noise cancellation
- JBL Wave Buds
- No noise cancellation
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Noise cancellation
Controls
- JBL Wave Buds
- Touch controls for playback
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Touch controls for everyday use
Fit
- JBL Wave Buds
- Ear tips included
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Silicone ear tips
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
JBL Wave Buds
- Rated for up to 24 hours in total with the charging case (vs 20).
- Slimmer: 15.8 mm thick (vs 17.1 mm).
- Lower price: KSh 8,000 (vs KSh 8,500).
Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Active noise cancellation.
- Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.2).
- Lighter: 5.3 g each (vs 9 g).
- Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2022).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | JBL Wave Buds | Samsung Galaxy Buds Core |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Ear tips included | Silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 9 g per earbud | 5.3 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 32 hours per charge; up to 24 hours with the case | Up to 20 hours with the case |
| Controls | Touch Control | Touch controls |
| Noise cancellation | No noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Water resistance | IP54 water and dust resistance | IP54 water and dust resistance |
| Software | Works with the JBL Headphones app | Works with the Galaxy Wearable app |
| Drivers | 8 mm dynamic drivers | 1-way |
| App support | JBL Headphones app | Galaxy Wearable app |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Ambient Aware, TalkThru | Ambient Sound |
| Case features | Standard charging case | 500mAh typical battery |
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Detailed comparison
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Similarities
- Both are rated IP54.
- 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
Get the JBL Wave Buds if you want up to 24 hours with the charging case and a slimmer build, or the Samsung Galaxy Buds Core if you would rather have active noise cancellation and a lighter fit.
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