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Updated April 10, 2024·
If you prioritize noise isolation and use during workouts, you might lean towards the Beats Fit Pro as they are sweatproof and offer good exercise performance. They also have a feature-rich integration when used with Apple devices. However, if you're after superior sound customization, the JBL Live Buds 3 provide an app equalizer and longer battery life which can be a plus for extended use. The JBLs also come with a smart charging case with a display for controls, and support LDAC for high-quality audio over Bluetooth, which the Beats lack. The decision between the two may also hinge on compatibility: if you use an Apple device, the Beats Fit Pro's tailored features could sway you, but if you value sound quality and battery life higher, the JBL Live Buds 3 may be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats Fit Pro
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the JBL Live Buds 3
- Good for music
- Very good for exercise
Key differences
Music
6.9
7.8
The JBL Live Buds 3 is good for music, while the Beats Fit Pro is only fair.
Phone Calls
6.3
5.2
The Beats Fit Pro is only fair for phone calls, while the JBL Live Buds 3 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.6
5.9
The Beats Fit Pro is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JBL Live Buds 3 is poor.
Battery
5.2 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Beats Fit Pro has 5.2 hours of battery life. The JBL Live Buds 3 has 10 hours of battery life.
Cost
$179
$216
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The Beats Fit Pro has a price of $179 and the JBL Live Buds 3 costs $216.
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Key similarities
Gaming
4.9
5.4
The JBL Live Buds 3 and Beats Fit Pro are both poor for gaming.
TV and Video
5.6
5.6
The JBL Live Buds 3 and Beats Fit Pro are both poor for TV and video.
Noise Reduction
8.3
8.3
The Beats Fit Pro and JBL Live Buds 3 are both very good for noise reduction.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Beats Fit Pro and JBL Live Buds 3 both have very good build quality.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Beats Fit Pro | JBL Live Buds 3 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$179 | $216 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | JBL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2021 | June 1, 2024 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.4/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5/10 | 5.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.7/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 5.2 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.3 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 18 | 30 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.7/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.6 Grams | 8.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Lili Katz | January 2024
"The Beats Fit Pro is just as easy to use with an Android device as it is with an iPhone. It seems Apple-owned Beats is trying to appeal to a wider market, and it works. The Fit Pro fits like a pro with the ear tip fit test and multiple ear tips. Sound quality is sure to please most athletes, but the Fit Pro is just at home in the office as it is in the gym. The main factor holding the Beats Fit Pro back from gold is the price."
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About Beats
Beats is an American, consumer-focused, audio products manufacturer. Founded originally by American rapper and producer Dr Dre, the company is now a subsidiary of Apple. Beats sells a wide range of audio products, including several models of headphones, earbuds and speakers as well as full car audio systems.
About JBL
JBL is an American audio equipment manufacturer. Owned by Harman International which is, itself, owned by Samsung Electronics. JBL markets a wide array of monitoring speakers, professional headphones and consumer market headphones and earbuds. It was founded in 1946 by James Bullough Lansing (whose initials give the company its name) and has become one of the most prolific audio companies ever. Their products were responsible for audio during the 1969 Woodstock Festival.
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