Weight
- Sony LinkBuds Fit
- About 41.1 g
- JBL Tour Pro 3
- 5.6 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
Sony LinkBuds Fit vs JBL Tour Pro 3
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Sony LinkBuds Fit
KSh 35,000In Stock | 02  JBL Tour Pro 3
KSh 33,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The JBL Tour Pro 3 is the better buy: it has better water and dust protection (IP55) and faster recharging (2 hours) and lasts longer between charges (up to 44 hours).
Battery life
- Sony LinkBuds Fit
- Up to 5.5 hours per charge
- JBL Tour Pro 3
- Up to 33 hours with the case
Controls
- Sony LinkBuds Fit
- Volume control
- JBL Tour Pro 3
- Touch Control
Water resistance
- Sony LinkBuds Fit
- IPX4 water and dust resistance
- JBL Tour Pro 3
- IP55 water and dust resistance
Charging time
- Sony LinkBuds Fit
- Approx. 3 Hrs (USB charging)
- JBL Tour Pro 3
- 2 hours from empty
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Sony LinkBuds Fit
- LDAC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
JBL Tour Pro 3
- IP55 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
- Recharges faster: 2 hours (vs 3 hours).
- Longer rated battery life: up to 44 hours (vs 5.5 hours).
- Wireless charging.
- Virtual surround sound.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Sony LinkBuds Fit | JBL Tour Pro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Ear tips included | Ear tips included |
| Weight | About 41.1 g | 5.6 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 5.5 hours per charge | Up to 33 hours with the case |
| Two devices | Stays connected to two devices | Stays connected to two devices |
| Controls | Volume control | Touch Control |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance | IP55 water and dust resistance |
| Charging time | Approx. 3 Hrs (USB charging) | 2 hours from empty |
| Drivers | 0.33" | 10.2 mm/ 0.402" Dynamic Driver + 5.1 mm x 2.8 mm Balanced Armature |
| App support | Sony / Sound Connect | JBL Headphones app |
| Frequency response | 20–20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling) / 20–40,000 Hz (LDAC 96 kHz sampling 990 kbps) | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Ambient Sound Mode, Ambient Sound, Auto Ambient Sound | Ambient Aware, TalkThru |
| Case features | Charging case | Smart 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 have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Same connector: wireless audio connection.
In summary
The JBL Tour Pro 3 is the better buy for almost everyone, with better water and dust protection and faster recharging.
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