Connections
- Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
- Charging case uses USB-C
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Uses USB-C
Earbud comparison
Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro vs JBL LIVE BUDS 3
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
KSh 17,970In Stock | 02  JBL LIVE BUDS 3
KSh 19,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro is the better buy: it offers up to 40 hours with the charging case, with the same IP55 rating as the JBL LIVE BUDS 3.
Controls
- Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
- Touch controls for playback
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Touch controls for everyday use
Fit
- Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
- Replaceable tips: XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Ear tips included
Weight
- Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
- 5.5 g
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- 9.2 g per earbud
Battery life
- Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
- Up to 40 hours with the case
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Up to 30 hours with the case
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
- Rated for up to 40 hours in total with the charging case (vs 30).
- Charging case uses USB-C.
- Supports spatial audio.
- LDAC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Uses USB-C for charging.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro | JBL LIVE BUDS 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Replaceable tips: XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL | Ear tips included |
| Weight | 5.5 g | 9.2 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 40 hours with the case | Up to 30 hours with the case |
| Controls | Squeeze and slide on earbud stems | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IP55 water and dust resistance | IP55 water and dust resistance |
| Software | Works with the Soundcore app | Works with the JBL Headphones app |
| Charging time | Earbuds: up to 40 minutes | 2 hours from empty |
| Drivers | 10.5mm and 4.6mm dynamic drivers | 10 mm dynamic drivers |
| Impedance | 15.3Ω + 10.3Ω | 16Ω |
| App support | Soundcore app, supported settings and firmware updates | JBL Headphones app |
| Frequency response | 14Hz–40kHz | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Ambient sound level adjustment through app and case controls | Ambient Aware, TalkThru |
| Case type | Sliding-lid charging case with Smart Display and touch bar | Charging case |
| Case features | Smart Display, touch bar and app-configurable case functions | Smart case |
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Detailed comparison
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Similarities
- Both are rated IP55.
- 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.
In summary
The Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro is the better buy for almost everyone, with up to 40 hours with the charging case.
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