Connections
- JBL Wave Flex
- Bluetooth 5.2 connection
- JBL Wave Buds 2
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Earbud comparison
JBL Wave Flex vs JBL Wave Buds 2
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  JBL Wave Flex
KSh 9,800In Stock | 02  JBL Wave Buds 2
KSh 9,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The JBL Wave Buds 2 is the stronger choice: it has active noise cancellation, an ambient mode to hear your surroundings and the JBL Headphones app, while the JBL Wave Flex only has larger 12 mm drivers.
Two devices
- JBL Wave Flex
- Connects to one device at a time
- JBL Wave Buds 2
- Can stay connected to two devices
Controls
- JBL Wave Flex
- Touch controls for everyday use
- JBL Wave Buds 2
- Touch controls for playback
Noise cancellation
- JBL Wave Flex
- No noise cancellation
- JBL Wave Buds 2
- Active noise cancellation
Charging
- JBL Wave Flex
- No
- JBL Wave Buds 2
- Yes - 3 hours runtime from speed charge
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
JBL Wave Flex
- Larger drivers: 12 mm (vs 8 mm).
JBL Wave Buds 2
- Active noise cancellation.
- Fast charging: 3 hours runtime from speed charge.
- Multipoint connection.
- Ambient Aware, TalkThru.
- Works with the JBL Headphones app for settings and updates.
- Newer model: released in 2024 (vs 2022).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | JBL Wave Flex | JBL Wave Buds 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Ear tips included | Ear tips included |
| Battery life | Up to 8 hours per charge; 32 hours with the case | Up to 30 hours with the case |
| Two devices | Connects to one device at a time | Stays connected to two devices |
| Controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes | Touch Control |
| Noise cancellation | No noise cancellation for listening | Active noise cancellation |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Charging | No | Yes - 3 hours runtime from speed charge |
| Software | No companion app | Works with the JBL Headphones app |
| Drivers | 12mm dynamic driver | 8 mm dynamic drivers |
| App support | No | JBL Headphones app |
| Transparency / ambient mode | No | Ambient Aware, TalkThru |
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Detailed comparison
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Similarities
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Same connector: wireless audio connection.
- Same ear tips / ear cushions: ear tips included.
- Neither has spatial audio.
In summary
For most buyers the JBL Wave Buds 2 is the better buy; the JBL Wave Flex makes sense if you want larger 12 mm drivers.
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