Weight
- JBL Wave Beam 2
- 4.3 g per earbud
- JBL Vibe Beam
- 8.8 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
JBL Wave Beam 2 vs JBL Vibe Beam
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  JBL Wave Beam 2
KSh 9,500In Stock | 02  JBL Vibe Beam
KSh 8,300In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The JBL Wave Beam 2 is the stronger choice: it offers up to 30 hours with the charging case and has better water and dust protection (IP54) and active noise cancellation, while the JBL Vibe Beam only costs KSh 1,200 less.
Connections
- JBL Wave Beam 2
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
- JBL Vibe Beam
- Bluetooth 5.2 connection
Two devices
- JBL Wave Beam 2
- Can stay connected to two devices
- JBL Vibe Beam
- Connects to one device at a time
Battery life
- JBL Wave Beam 2
- Up to 30 hours with the case
- JBL Vibe Beam
- Up to 24 hours with the case
Controls
- JBL Wave Beam 2
- Touch controls for everyday use
- JBL Vibe Beam
- Touch controls for playback
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
JBL Wave Beam 2
- IP54 water and dust resistance (vs IPX2).
- Active noise cancellation.
- Rated for up to 30 hours in total with the charging case (vs 24).
- Multipoint connection.
- Lighter: 4.3 g each (vs 8.8 g).
- Newer model: released in 2024 (vs 2022).
JBL Vibe Beam
- Lower price: KSh 8,300 (vs KSh 9,500).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | JBL Wave Beam 2 | JBL Vibe Beam |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Ear tips included | Ear tips included |
| Weight | 4.3 g per earbud | 8.8 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 30 hours with the case | Up to 8 hours per charge; up to 24 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 | No noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Water resistance | IP54 water and dust resistance | IPX2 water and dust resistance |
| Fast charging | Yes, 3 hours runtime from speed charge | Yes |
| Microphones | 4 microphones | Built-in microphone |
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Detailed comparison
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These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- 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.
- Both recharge in about 2 hours.
In summary
For most buyers the JBL Wave Beam 2 is the better buy; the JBL Vibe Beam makes sense if price matters most, as it costs less.
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