Weight
- OnePlus Buds 3
- 4.8 g per earbud
- JBL Live Pro+ TWS
- 10 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
OnePlus Buds 3 vs JBL Live Pro+ TWS
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  OnePlus Buds 3
KSh 14,000In Stock | 02  JBL Live Pro+ TWS
KSh 13,500In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The OnePlus Buds 3 is the stronger choice: it has better water and dust protection (IP55), lasts longer between charges (up to 10 hours) and is lighter on the head, while the JBL Live Pro+ TWS only costs KSh 500 less.
Connections
- OnePlus Buds 3
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
- JBL Live Pro+ TWS
- Bluetooth 5.0 connection
Two devices
- OnePlus Buds 3
- Can stay connected to two devices
- JBL Live Pro+ TWS
- Connects to one device at a time
Controls
- OnePlus Buds 3
- Touch controls for everyday use
- JBL Live Pro+ TWS
- Touch controls for playback
Fit
- OnePlus Buds 3
- S, M and L silicone ear tips
- JBL Live Pro+ TWS
- Ear tips included
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
OnePlus Buds 3
- IP55 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
- Longer rated battery life: up to 10 hours (vs 7 hours).
- Multipoint connection.
- Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 5.0).
- Lighter: 4.8 g each (vs 10 g).
- Newer model: released in 2024 (vs 2021).
JBL Live Pro+ TWS
- Lower price: KSh 13,500 (vs KSh 14,000).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | OnePlus Buds 3 | JBL Live Pro+ TWS |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | S, M and L silicone ear tips | Ear tips included |
| Weight | 4.8 g per earbud | 10 g per earbud |
| Battery life | 10 hours / 44 hours with case (ANC off) | Up to 21 hours with the case |
| Two devices | Stays connected to two devices | Connects to one device at a time |
| Controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes | Touch Control |
| Noise cancellation | Active noise cancellation | Active noise cancellation |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Water resistance | IP55 water and dust resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance |
| Fast charging | 10 minutes provides 7 hours total | Yes |
| Drivers | 10.4mm woofer + 6mm tweeter | 11 mm dynamic drivers |
| App support | HeyMelody app | JBL Headphones app |
| Frequency response | 15Hz-40kHz | 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Yes | Ambient Aware, TalkThru |
| Case features | Protective charging case | Standard charging case |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- 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
For most buyers the OnePlus Buds 3 is the better buy; the JBL Live Pro+ TWS makes sense if price matters most, as it costs less.
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