Weight
- JBL Live Flex 3
- 4.5 g per earbud
- JBL Live Flex
- 10.4 g per earbud
Headphones comparison
JBL Live Flex 3 vs JBL Live Flex
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  JBL Live Flex 3
KSh 17,300In Stock | 02  JBL Live Flex
KSh 17,500In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the JBL Live Flex 3 if you want wireless case charging, case wireless charging and a lighter build (4.5 g each). Choose the JBL Live Flex if you want longer battery life (up to 40 hours).
Connections
- JBL Live Flex 3
- Charging case uses USB-C
- JBL Live Flex
- Uses USB-C
Controls
- JBL Live Flex 3
- Touch controls for everyday use
- JBL Live Flex
- Touch controls for playback
Fit
- JBL Live Flex 3
- Open-stick earbuds without sealing tips
- JBL Live Flex
- Ear tips included
Battery life
- JBL Live Flex 3
- Up to 50 hours with the case
- JBL Live Flex
- Up to 40 hours
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
JBL Live Flex 3
- Wireless case charging.
- Case wireless charging.
- Lighter: 4.5 g each (vs 10.4 g).
- Charging case uses USB-C.
- Hi-Res Audio certified.
- Active noise cancellation.
JBL Live Flex
- Longer rated battery life: up to 40 hours (vs 10 hours).
- Uses USB-C for charging.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | JBL Live Flex 3 | JBL Live Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Open-stick earbuds without sealing tips | Ear tips included |
| Weight | 4.5 g per earbud | 10.4 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 50 hours with the case | Up to 40 hours |
| Two devices | Stays connected to two devices | Stays connected to two devices |
| Controls | Earbud touch controls and case touchscreen | Touch Control |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth wireless | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IP54 water and dust resistance | IP54 water and dust resistance |
| Charging time | 2 hours | 2 hours from empty |
| Drivers | 12 mm dynamic | 12 mm dynamic drivers |
| Impedance | 13 ohms | 32Ω |
| App support | JBL Headphones | JBL Headphones app |
| Voice assistant | Voice assistant configured through JBL Headphones app | Yes |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Smart Ambient and TalkThru | Ambient Aware, TalkThru |
| Case type | Smart Charging Case with 1.45-inch touchscreen | Charging case |
| Case features | Touchscreen music, volume, calls and EQ controls | Standard charging case |
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Detailed comparison
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These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both are rated IP54.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both recharge in about 2 hours.
- Both use 12 mm drivers.
In summary
Choose Live Flex 3 for wireless case charging and case wireless charging; Live Flex offers longer rated battery life.
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