Connections
- Beats Studio Buds
- Charging case uses USB-C
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Uses USB-C
Headphones comparison
Beats Studio Buds vs JBL LIVE BUDS 3
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Beats Studio Buds
KSh 18,800In Stock | 02  JBL LIVE BUDS 3
KSh 19,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Beats Studio Buds if you want faster recharging (5 minutes). Choose the JBL LIVE BUDS 3 if you want IP55 water resistance, longer battery life (up to 40 hours) and a newer model (2024).
Fit
- Beats Studio Buds
- Three silicone ear-tip sizes
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Ear tips included
Battery life
- Beats Studio Buds
- Up to 8 hours ANC off
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Up to 30 hours with the case
Controls
- Beats Studio Buds
- Multifunction button on each earbud
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes
Water resistance
- Beats Studio Buds
- IPX4 water and dust resistance
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- IP55 water and dust resistance
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Beats Studio Buds
- Recharges faster: 5 minutes (vs 2 hours).
- Charging case uses USB-C.
- Active noise cancellation.
JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- IP55 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
- Longer rated battery life: up to 40 hours (vs 8 hours).
- Newer model: released in 2024 (vs 2021).
- Uses USB-C for charging.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Beats Studio Buds | JBL LIVE BUDS 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Three silicone ear-tip sizes | Ear tips included |
| Battery life | Up to 8 hours ANC off | Up to 30 hours with the case |
| Controls | Multifunction button on each earbud | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth wireless | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance | IP55 water and dust resistance |
| Charging | 5 minutes for up to 1 hour playback | Yes - 4 hours runtime from speed charge |
| Software | Works with the Beats app | Works with the JBL Headphones app |
| Spatial audio | Compatible with supported spatial-audio content | Spatial Sound |
| App support | Beats app for Android | JBL Headphones app |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Transparency Mode | Ambient Aware, TalkThru |
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Detailed comparison
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These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both work with a companion app.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both use In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
In summary
Choose JBL LIVE BUDS 3 for IP55 water and dust resistance and longer rated battery life; Beats Studio Buds offers faster recharging.
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