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JBL Tune 125BT vs JBL Tune 215BT

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

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JBL Tune 125BT

JBL Tune 125BT

  • 16.2 g.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Up to 16 hours music playback and talk time.
  • 10 minutes for 1 hour of playback.
  • Bluetooth 5.0.
KSh 6,300In Stock
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JBL Tune 215BT

JBL Tune 215BT

  • 18.3 g.
  • Up to 16 hours per charge.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • 10 minutes for 1 hour of playback.
  • Bluetooth 5.0.
KSh 6,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The JBL Tune 215BT has faster recharging (10 minutes) and larger 12.5 mm drivers, while the JBL Tune 125BT is lighter on the head.

Weight

JBL Tune 125BT
16.2 g
JBL Tune 215BT
18.3 g

Fit

JBL Tune 125BT
3 sizes: S, M
JBL Tune 215BT
Comfort-fit earbuds

Battery life

JBL Tune 125BT
Up to 16 hours music playback and talk time
JBL Tune 215BT
Up to 16 hours per charge

Controls

JBL Tune 125BT
3-button remote with microphone for music and call management
JBL Tune 215BT
3-button remote for music and call management

Impedance

JBL Tune 125BT
16 Ω
JBL Tune 215BT
20 Ω

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Tune 125BT

  • Lighter: 16.2 g (vs 18.3 g).
  • Lower price: KSh 6,300 (vs KSh 6,500).

JBL Tune 215BT

  • Recharges faster: 10 minutes (vs 2 hours).
  • Larger drivers: 12.5 mm (vs 8.6 mm).

What matters most to you?

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityJBL Tune 125BTJBL Tune 215BT
Fit3 sizes: S, M and LComfort-fit earbuds
Weight16.2 g18.3 g
Battery lifeUp to 16 hours music playback and talk timeUp to 16 hours per charge
Controls3-button remote with microphone for music and call management3-button remote for music and call management
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.0
Impedance16 Ω20 Ω

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 125BTJBL Tune 215BT
BrandJBLJBL
ModelTune 125BTTune 215BT
Announced20202020
TypeWireless Neckband EarphonesWireless Neckband Earphones
ColorBlackBlack, White, Blue

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 125BTJBL Tune 215BT
Weight16.2g18.3g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 125BTJBL Tune 215BT
Battery LifeUp to 16 hours music playback and talk timeUp to 16 hours music playback
Charging Time2 hours< 2 hours
Fast Charging10 minutes for 1 hour of playback10 minutes for 1 hour of playback
Charging PortUSB-C / Type-C—
Wireless ChargingNot applicableNot applicable

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 125BTJBL Tune 215BT
ConnectionWirelessWireless
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0; profiles HFP v1.5, HSP v1.2, A2DP v1.2 and AVRCP v1.5Bluetooth 5.0; profiles HFP 1.7, A2DP 1.3 and AVRCP 1.6
Multipoint ConnectionYesYes
ConnectorNot applicableNot applicable

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 125BTJBL Tune 215BT
Voice AssistantSupportedSupported
Special FeaturesJBL Pure Bass Sound; magnetic cable management; multi-point connection; flat tangle-free cableJBL Pure Bass sound; multi-point connection; tangle-free flat cable; hands-free calls

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 125BTJBL Tune 215BT
Drivers8.6mm dynamic driver12.5mm dynamic driver
Frequency Response20 Hz–20 kHz20 Hz–20 kHz
Impedance16 Ω20 Ω
Microphones1 built-in microphone1 built-in microphone
Audio FeaturesJBL Pure Bass Sound; sensitivity 96 dB SPL @ 1kHz/1mWJBL Pure Bass sound; sensitivity 118 dB SPL @ 1kHz/1mW

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 125BTJBL Tune 215BT
Case TypeNo charging caseNo charging case
Case Battery Life——
Case Charging——
Case Charging Port——
Case Wireless Charging——
Case Dimensions——
Case Weight——
Case Water & Dust Resistance——
Case Features——

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 125BTJBL Tune 215BT
Controls3-button remote with microphone for music and call management3-button remote for music and call management; voice assistant access
Ear Tips / Ear Cushions3 sizes: S, M and LComfort-fit earbuds

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 125BTJBL Tune 215BT
Headphones / Earbuds1 pair of Tune 125BT headphones1 pair of Tune 215BT headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging Cable1 Type-C charging cable1 charging cable
Audio CableNot applicableNot applicable
Ear Tips / Accessories3 sizes of ear tips (S, M and L)—
DocumentationQuick Start Guide; warning card; warranty card; safety sheetQuick Start Guide; warning card; warranty card; safety sheet

Similarities

  • Both use Bluetooth 5.0.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both use A2DP (Bluetooth).
  • Both use 1mW (audio features).
  • Both use 3-button (controls).
  • Both have a voice assistant.

In summary

For most buyers the JBL Tune 215BT is the better buy; the JBL Tune 125BT makes sense if you want a lighter fit.

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