Weight
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- 9.2 g per earbud
- JBL Live Flex
- 10.4 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
JBL LIVE BUDS 3 vs JBL Live Flex
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  JBL LIVE BUDS 3
KSh 19,000In Stock | 02  JBL Live Flex
KSh 17,500In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The JBL LIVE BUDS 3 has better water and dust protection (IP55) and offers wireless charging and case wireless charging, while the JBL Live Flex has larger 12 mm drivers.
Controls
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Touch controls for everyday use
- JBL Live Flex
- Touch controls for playback
Battery life
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Up to 30 hours with the case
- JBL Live Flex
- Up to 40 hours
Water resistance
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- IP55 water and dust resistance
- JBL Live Flex
- IP54 water and dust resistance
Fast charging
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Yes, 4 hours runtime from speed charge
- JBL Live Flex
- Yes
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- IP55 water and dust resistance (vs IP54).
- Wireless charging.
JBL Live Flex
- Larger drivers: 12 mm (vs 10 mm).
- Lower price: KSh 17,500 (vs KSh 19,000).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | JBL LIVE BUDS 3 | JBL Live Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Ear tips included | Ear tips included |
| Weight | 9.2 g per earbud | 10.4 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 30 hours with the case | Up to 40 hours |
| Two devices | Stays connected to two devices | Stays connected to two devices |
| Controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes | Touch Control |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IP55 water and dust resistance | IP54 water and dust resistance |
| Fast charging | Yes, 4 hours runtime from speed charge | Yes |
| Impedance | 16Ω | 32Ω |
| Case features | Smart 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 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 JBL Live Flex makes sense if you want larger 12 mm drivers.
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