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JBL Tune Buds vs JBL Tune Buds 2

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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JBL Tune Buds

JBL Tune Buds

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 10.8 g per earbud.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Up to 30 hours with the case.
KSh 11,000In Stock
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JBL Tune Buds 2

JBL Tune Buds 2

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 5.5 g per earbud.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Up to 36 hours with the case.
KSh 12,000In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The JBL Tune Buds 2 is the stronger choice: it offers up to 36 hours with the charging case, is lighter on the head and has virtual surround sound, while the JBL Tune Buds only costs KSh 1,000 less.

Weight

JBL Tune Buds
10.8 g per earbud
JBL Tune Buds 2
5.5 g per earbud

Battery life

JBL Tune Buds
Up to 30 hours with the case
JBL Tune Buds 2
Up to 36 hours with the case

Impedance

JBL Tune Buds
32Ω
JBL Tune Buds 2
16Ω

Spatial audio

JBL Tune Buds
No
JBL Tune Buds 2
Spatial Sound

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Tune Buds

  • Lower price: KSh 11,000 (vs KSh 12,000).

JBL Tune Buds 2

  • Rated for up to 36 hours in total with the charging case (vs 30).
  • Spatial Sound.
  • Lighter: 5.5 g each (vs 10.8 g).
  • Virtual surround sound.

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PriorityJBL Tune BudsJBL Tune Buds 2
Weight10.8 g per earbud5.5 g per earbud
Battery lifeUp to 30 hours with the caseUp to 36 hours with the case
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.3
Water resistanceIP54 water and dust resistanceIP54 water and dust resistance
Impedance32Ω16Ω
Spatial audioNoSpatial Sound

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune BudsJBL Tune Buds 2
BrandJBLJBL
ModelTune BudsTune Buds 2
Announced20232024
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
ColorBlack, White, BlueBlack, White, Turquoise

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune BudsJBL Tune Buds 2
Weight10.8g per earpiece5.5g per earpiece
Dimensions—22.9 × 15.6 × 19.7 mm per earbud

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune BudsJBL Tune Buds 2
Battery LifeUp to 48 hours; up to 10 hours with ANC on; up to 12 hours with ANC offUp to 48 hours; up to 10 hours with ANC on; up to 12 hours with ANC off
Charging Time2 hours from empty2 hours from empty
Fast ChargingYesYes
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless ChargingNoNo

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune BudsJBL Tune Buds 2
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.3
Multipoint ConnectionYesYes
ConnectorWireless audio connectionWireless audio connection
Cable LengthNo audio cableNo audio cable
App SupportJBL Headphones appJBL Headphones app

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune BudsJBL Tune Buds 2
Voice AssistantYes—
Special FeaturesTrue WirelessTrue Wireless

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune BudsJBL Tune Buds 2
Drivers10 mm dynamic drivers10 mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance32Ω16Ω
Active Noise CancellationActive Noise CancellingAdaptive Noise Canceling
Transparency / Ambient ModeAmbient Aware, TalkThruAmbient Aware, TalkThru
Spatial AudioNoSpatial Sound
Microphones4 microphones6 microphones
Audio FeaturesJBL Pure Bass Sound, Voice AwareJBL Pure Bass Sound, JBL Deep Bass Sound, Voice Aware

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune BudsJBL Tune Buds 2
Case TypeCharging caseCharging case
Case Battery LifeUp to 30 hours total playback contributionUp to 36 hours total playback contribution
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Wireless ChargingNoNo
Case Weight38.8g40.6 g
Case FeaturesStandard charging caseStandard charging case
Case Dimensions—62.6 × 29.8 × 48 mm

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune BudsJBL Tune Buds 2
ControlsTouch ControlTouch Control
Water & Dust ResistanceIP54, Water resistant, DustproofIP54, Water resistant
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsEar tips includedEar tips included

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune BudsJBL Tune Buds 2
Headphones / EarbudsJBL Tune Buds earbudsJBL Tune Buds 2 headphones
Charging CaseCharging caseCharging case
Charging CableUSB Type-C charging cableType-C USB charging cable
Audio CableNot includedNot included
Ear Tips / Accessories3 sizes of eartips3 sizes of ear tips
DocumentationWarranty / Warning (W / !); Quick Start Guide / Safety Sheet (S / i)Warranty / Warning (W / !); product QSG/ Safety Sheet (S / i)

Similarities

  • Both are rated IP54.
  • Both have active noise cancellation.
  • 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.

In summary

For most buyers the JBL Tune Buds 2 is the better buy; the JBL Tune Buds makes sense if price matters most, as it costs less.

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