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JBL Tune 520C USB-C vs Promate Coddy

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JBL Tune 520C USB-C

JBL Tune 520C USB-C

  • On-ear design rests on your ears.
  • 150 g.
  • wired connection.
  • Wired headphones.
  • 32 mm dynamic drivers.
KSh 6,100In Stock
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Promate Coddy

Promate Coddy

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • Up to 20 hours per charge.
  • Bluetooth 5.0 connection.
  • Charging time: 1.5–2 hours.
  • Impedance: 32 ohms ±15%.
KSh 6,100In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Promate Coddy is the better buy: it is wireless with up to 20 hours of battery and has a foldable design for travel.

Fit

JBL Tune 520C USB-C
On-ear design rests on your ears
Promate Coddy
Over-ear design surrounds your ears

Connections

JBL Tune 520C USB-C
Wired connection
Promate Coddy
Bluetooth connection

Battery life

JBL Tune 520C USB-C
Wired headphones
Promate Coddy
Up to 20 hours per charge

Impedance

JBL Tune 520C USB-C
32 ohms
Promate Coddy
32 ohms ±15%

Microphones

JBL Tune 520C USB-C
In-line microphone, sensitivity −38 d B
Promate Coddy
Built-in microphone

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Tune 520C USB-C

  • Connection: Wired USB-C digital audio.
  • wired connection.
  • Hi-Res Audio certified.

Promate Coddy

  • Wireless, with up to 20 hours of battery.
  • Folds for travel.
  • Connection: Bluetooth and 3.5 mm AUX.

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PriorityJBL Tune 520C USB-CPromate Coddy
FitPadded on-ear cushionsSoft noise-isolating ear cushions
Battery lifeWired headphonesUp to 20 hours per charge
ConnectionsWired USB-C digital audioBluetooth 5.0
Impedance32 ohms32 ohms ±15%
MicrophonesIn-line microphone, sensitivity −38 d BBuilt-in microphone
TypeOn-Ear Wired HeadphonesOver-Ear Wireless Headphones

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CPromate Coddy
BrandJBLPromate
ModelTune 520C USB-CCoddy
AnnouncedJanuary 2025—
TypeOn-Ear Wired HeadphonesOver-Ear Wireless Headphones

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CPromate Coddy
Weight150 g—

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CPromate Coddy
Battery LifeWired headphonesUp to 20 hours
Charging TimeNot applicable1.5–2 hours
Fast Charging——
Charging Port——
Wireless Charging——

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CPromate Coddy
ConnectionWired USB-C digital audio; device compatibility requiredBluetooth and 3.5 mm AUX
BluetoothWired headphones5.0
ConnectorUSB-C3.5 mm AUX
Bluetooth Range—10 m
Cable Length—1.5 m cable

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CPromate Coddy
Special Features—Selectable 85 dB / 93 dB volume limit; foldable adjustable headband

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CPromate Coddy
Drivers32 mm dynamic drivers—
Frequency Response10 Hz–40 k Hz20 Hz–20 kHz
Impedance32 ohms32 ohms ±15%
MicrophonesIn-line microphone; sensitivity −38 d BBuilt-in microphone
Audio FeaturesDigital Hi-Res 96 k Hz / 24-bit; JBL Pure Bass; Default, Bass and Vocal EQ—

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CPromate Coddy
Case TypeNot applicableNo 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 520C USB-CPromate Coddy
ControlsThree-button remote for music, volume, calls and EQ presets—
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsPadded on-ear cushionsSoft noise-isolating ear cushions

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CPromate Coddy
Headphones / EarbudsTune 520C USB-C headphones with attached flat cablePromate Coddy headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableNot applicable—
Audio CableAttached USB-C flat cable—
DocumentationWarranty/warning documentationUser guide

Similarities

  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both cost KSh 6,100.

In summary

The Promate Coddy is the better buy for almost everyone, with wireless listening with up to 20 hours of battery and a foldable design for travel.

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