Connections
- Galaxy Buds 3
- Bluetooth 5.4 connection
- JBL Tune Beam 2
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Earbud comparison
Galaxy Buds 3 vs JBL Tune Beam 2
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Galaxy Buds 3
KSh 13,000In Stock | 02  JBL Tune Beam 2
KSh 12,300In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Galaxy Buds 3 has better water and dust protection (IP57), is slimmer and offers wireless charging, while the JBL Tune Beam 2 offers up to 36 hours with the charging case, has an ambient mode to hear your surroundings and offers Ambient Aware, TalkThru.
Fit
- Galaxy Buds 3
- Open-fit design
- JBL Tune Beam 2
- Ear tips included
Weight
- Galaxy Buds 3
- 4.7 g per earbud
- JBL Tune Beam 2
- 5.2gg per earpiece
Battery life
- Galaxy Buds 3
- Up to 24 hours with the case
- JBL Tune Beam 2
- Up to 36 hours with the case
Two devices
- Galaxy Buds 3
- Samsung Auto Switch on compatible Galaxy devices
- JBL Tune Beam 2
- Stays connected to two devices
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Galaxy Buds 3
- IP57 water and dust resistance (vs IP54).
- Wireless charging.
- Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).
- Slimmer: 18.1 mm thick (vs 22.6 mm).
JBL Tune Beam 2
- Rated for up to 36 hours in total with the charging case (vs 24).
- Ambient Aware, TalkThru.
- Ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Galaxy Buds 3 | JBL Tune Beam 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Open-fit design | Ear tips included |
| Weight | 4.7 g per earbud | 5.2gg per earpiece |
| Battery life | Up to 24 hours with the case | Up to 36 hours with the case |
| Two devices | Samsung Auto Switch on compatible Galaxy devices | Stays connected to two devices |
| Controls | Touch, pressure/pinch and swipe controls | Touch Control |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Active noise cancellation |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IP57 water and dust resistance | IP54 water and dust resistance |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both work with a companion app.
- Both have virtual surround sound.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
In summary
Get the Galaxy Buds 3 if you want better water and dust protection and a slimmer build, or the JBL Tune Beam 2 if you would rather have up to 36 hours with the charging case and an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
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