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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're seeking affordability and a very good overall sound quality with the versatility to handle music, calls, and video well, the Earfun Wave Pro would be an excellent pick, especially with its active noise cancelling, low latency mode, and lengthy battery life. They're also suitable for air travel and come with a detachable cable. On the other hand, if you prioritize portability and exercise use, along with innovative features like a smart charging case with touch display, the JBL Live Buds 3 have an edge, plus they're optimized for both Android and Apple devices. However, the JBLs are priced at a premium and aren't recommended for calls or gaming due to poor scores in those areas. Choose the Earfun for a more versatile and budget-friendly experience or the JBL if specific features and better integration with mobile devices are worth the premium price to you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Earfun Wave Pro
- Excellent for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Excellent for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the JBL Live Buds 3
- Very good for exercise
Key differences
Music
7.0
7.8
The JBL Live Buds 3 and Earfun Wave Pro are both good for music, though the JBL Live Buds 3 is somewhat better.
Gaming
8.7
5.4
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for gaming, while the JBL Live Buds 3 is poor.
Phone Calls
9.0
5.2
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for phone calls, while the JBL Live Buds 3 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.1
5.9
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JBL Live Buds 3 is poor.
TV and Video
8.0
5.6
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for TV and video, while the JBL Live Buds 3 is poor.
Battery
80.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Earfun Wave Pro has 80 hours of battery life. The JBL Live Buds 3 has 10 hours of battery life.
Cost
$80
$216
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The Earfun Wave Pro has a price of $80 and the JBL Live Buds 3 costs $216.
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Key similarities
Noise Reduction
8.3
8.3
The Earfun Wave Pro and JBL Live Buds 3 are both very good for noise reduction.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Earfun Wave Pro and JBL Live Buds 3 both have very good build quality.
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How the Earfun Wave Pro and the JBL Live Buds 3 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Earfun Wave Pro | JBL Live Buds 3 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$80 | $216 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Earfun | JBL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | June 1, 2024 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 9/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.7/10 | 5.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 80 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 30 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8.5/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 268 Grams | 8.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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About Earfun
Earfun is an audio equipment manufacturer, headquartered in California, that specializes in producing quality, very affordable earbuds and wireless speakers. According to their site, their mission is to provide high-quality sound that the general public can hear, perceive, and afford.
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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