Connections
- Soundcore Life P3
- Bluetooth 5.0 connection
- JBL Wave Buds 2
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Headphones comparison
Soundcore Life P3 vs JBL Wave Buds 2
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Soundcore Life P3
KSh 9,000In Stock | 02  JBL Wave Buds 2
KSh 9,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Soundcore Life P3 if you want IPX5 water resistance, charging case supports wireless charging and case wireless charging. Choose the JBL Wave Buds 2 if you want Bluetooth 5.3 and a newer model (2024).
Fit
- Soundcore Life P3
- XS, S, M, L and XL ear tips
- JBL Wave Buds 2
- Ear tips included
Weight
- Soundcore Life P3
- About 60 g
- JBL Wave Buds 2
- 4.5 g per earbud
Noise cancellation
- Soundcore Life P3
- Noise cancellation
- JBL Wave Buds 2
- Active noise cancellation
Water resistance
- Soundcore Life P3
- IPX5 water and dust resistance
- JBL Wave Buds 2
- IP54 water and dust resistance
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Soundcore Life P3
- IPX5 water and dust resistance (vs IP54).
- Charging case supports wireless charging.
- Case wireless charging.
- Larger drivers: 11 mm (vs 8 mm).
JBL Wave Buds 2
- Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 5.0).
- Newer model: released in 2024 (vs 2021).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Soundcore Life P3 | JBL Wave Buds 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | XS, S, M, L and XL ear tips | Ear tips included |
| Weight | About 60 g | 4.5 g per earbud |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Active noise cancellation |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IPX5 water and dust resistance | IP54 water and dust resistance |
| Software | Works with the Soundcore app | Works with the JBL Headphones app |
| Audio | Bass Up | JBL Pure Bass Sound |
| Charging time | Earbuds approximately 2 hours, case approximately 3 hours | 2 hours from empty |
| App support | Soundcore app | JBL Headphones app |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Transparency Mode | Ambient Aware, TalkThru |
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Detailed comparison
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Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both work with a companion app.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both cost KSh 9,000.
In summary
Choose Soundcore Life P3 for IPX5 water and dust resistance and charging case supports wireless charging.
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