JBL Vibe Buds 2
SoundPEATS H3
Scores
Specifications
| JBL Vibe Buds 2 | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | swappable ear canal tips | — |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.20 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 8 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 3★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | JBL Vibe Buds 2 - True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds with JBL Pure Bass Sound & Smart Ambient Technology, 4mics for Crisp, Clear Calls, up to 40Hrs of Playback, IP54 Dust & Water Resistant (Pink) | SoundPEATS H3 Hi-Res Wireless Bluetooth Headphones with LDAC, aptX Lossless, Triple Units, 55dB Active Noise Cancellation, 6 AI Microphones, Transparent Mode, BT5.4, APP, 37H, IPX5, Titanium Black |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | 7 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes on a USB type-C charging cable will give you another three hours of playtime | 10 minutes for 2 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 40 hrs★ | 37 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | JBL Headphones | PeatsAudio App |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP54 | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
JBL Vibe Buds 2
- Strong mic (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong anc (83th percentile)83th %ile
- Strong connectivity (71th percentile)
- Below average sound (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average build (33th percentile)
SoundPEATS H3
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
Pricing
JBL Vibe Buds 2 offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 28 specs.