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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize noise cancellation and sound quality, the Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds are likely your better choice, as Bose is well-known for superior noise-canceling technology and audio performance. However, if you're on a budget, the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless may offer good value for the money with decent sound quality, though they may not match Bose's level of noise cancellation. Remember, you're paying a premium for the Bose brand, which often reflects in build quality and customer support. Consider how much these factors matter to you relative to the price difference. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds
- Good for music
- Best in class for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless
- Good for phone calls
- Good for gaming
Key differences
Music
7.1
6.6
The Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds is good for music, while the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair.
Gaming
5.6
7.3
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for gaming, while the Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds is poor.
Phone Calls
6.6
7.8
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for phone calls, while the Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.5
7.3
The Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds is best in class for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good.
TV and Video
6.0
6.9
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds are both only fair for TV and video, though the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
9.1
6.5
The Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds is excellent for noise reduction, while the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.3 Hours
The Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds has 7 hours of battery life. The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless has 8.3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$199
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The Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds has a price of $199 and the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless costs $30.
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Key similarities
Build Quality
8.9
8.5
The Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds and JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless both have very good build quality.
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How the Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds and the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds | JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$199 | $30 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bose | JBL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2020 | February 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.1/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 7 Hours | 8.3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 1.1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.1 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 18 | 16 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 5.4/10 | 8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.6/10 | 6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8.5 Grams | 8.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds
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Sound Guys
Lily Katz | March 2023
"The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds is a great do-it-all option for anyone, so long as you can afford it. This is a great alternative to the Apple AirPods Pro and Sony WF-1000XM4. You can choose the degree of noise canceling, and enjoy premium features like automatic ear-detection. These earbuds merit an IPX4 rating, making them a fine workout companion."
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 Bose
Bose is an American audio equipment manufacturer based out of Framingham, Massachusetts. Founded in 1964 by Amar Bose with the goal of creating a speaker system that could accurately recreate the sound of a concert hall, Bose has become one of the most prominent players in the modern consumer audio market due to the premium feel of their products and their wide brand recognition.
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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