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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize high-quality music performance and use during exercise, the Beats Powerbeats Pro could be your choice as they're designed with ear hooks to stay secure during activities. However, they are less suitable for gaming or video due to latency. On the other hand, the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless offers better overall call and meeting quality, and are also more suitable for long air travel due to higher comfort. They provide better battery life, are optimized for both Android and Apple devices, and are sweatproof and dustproof, while being lighter in weight, which improves portability. Consider the higher price of the Beats against the more balanced and versatile offering of the JBL, especially if budget is a concern. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats Powerbeats Pro
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless
- Good for gaming
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Gaming
5.5
7.3
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for gaming, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Phone Calls
7.0
7.8
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and Beats Powerbeats Pro are both good for phone calls, though the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.2
7.3
The Beats Powerbeats Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good.
TV and Video
5.7
6.9
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair for TV and video, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Noise Reduction
4.6
6.5
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair for noise reduction, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.3 Hours
The Beats Powerbeats Pro has 10 hours of battery life. The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless has 8.3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$250
$50
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
The Beats Powerbeats Pro has a price of $250 and the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless costs $50.
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Key similarities
Music
6.5
6.6
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and Beats Powerbeats Pro are both only fair for music.
Build Quality
8.8
8.5
The Beats Powerbeats Pro and JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless both have very good build quality.
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How the Beats Powerbeats Pro and the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Beats Powerbeats Pro | JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$250 | $50 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | JBL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | February 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.6/10 | 6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 10 Hours | 8.3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 1.1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | 16 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 4.6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 11 Grams | 8.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Christian Thomas | November 2022
"Sweat resistance, actual noise isolation, and a secure fit in your ears make these the true wireless earphones you want in Apple-land. Android users may find other options they like better, as these only support AAC."
JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless
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LaFonda | April 2023
"The Vibe Beam earbuds may not be a sleek as other earbuds in the price range, such as the equally priced Vibe Buds, but they sound great, have a long battery life, and come with an equalizer. And if you just need a solid pair if earbuds to get you through your commute, these will do the trick. I have no complaints here."
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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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