Weight
- Beats Studio Buds +
- 5 g per earbud
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- 9.2 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
Beats Studio Buds + vs JBL LIVE BUDS 3
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Beats Studio Buds +
KSh 17,800In Stock | 02  JBL LIVE BUDS 3
KSh 19,000In Stock |
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 4KSh 17,500
JBL Live FlexKSh 17,500
JBL Endurance Peak 4KSh 16,500
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 ProKSh 18,500
Soundcore Liberty 4 ProKSh 17,970
JBL Live Pro 2KSh 18,000
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Our quick verdict
The JBL LIVE BUDS 3 has better water and dust protection (IP55) and lasts longer between charges (up to 40 hours), while the Beats Studio Buds + is lighter on the head.
Fit
- Beats Studio Buds +
- Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Ear tips included
Controls
- Beats Studio Buds +
- Multifunction button on each earbud
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes
Connections
- Beats Studio Buds +
- Class 1 Bluetooth
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Bluetooth 5.3
Water resistance
- Beats Studio Buds +
- IPX4 water and dust resistance
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- IP55 water and dust resistance
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Beats Studio Buds +
- Lighter: 5 g each (vs 9.2 g).
- Lower price: KSh 17,800 (vs KSh 19,000).
- Supports Dolby Atmos and spatial audio.
JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- IP55 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
- Longer rated battery life: up to 40 hours (vs 9 hours).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Beats Studio Buds + | JBL LIVE BUDS 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L | Ear tips included |
| Weight | 5 g per earbud | 9.2 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 9 hours / 36 hours with case (ANC off) | Up to 30 hours with the case |
| Controls | Multifunction button on each earbud | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Class 1 Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance | IP55 water and dust resistance |
| Audio | Custom acoustic platform | JBL Pure Bass Sound |
| Charging | 5 minutes provides up to 1 hour | Yes - 4 hours runtime from speed charge |
| Software | Works with the Beats app | Works with the JBL Headphones app |
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Detailed comparison
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Similarities
- Both work with a companion app.
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- 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 JBL LIVE BUDS 3 is the better buy; the Beats Studio Buds + makes sense if you want a lighter fit.
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