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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize high-quality sound for music and exercise, the Jaybird Vista 2 would be a better choice due to its superior exercise score and better call quality, which can be important for outdoor activities or gym sessions. They also have a secure fit with silicone fins and are sweatproof and dustproof, enhancing their durability during workouts. However, JBL Tune Buds have a longer battery life, both in the buds and the charging case, which could be more convenient if you're often away from a charger. The JBL might also be more cost-effective if your budget is tighter and your usage includes casual listening, with passable sound quality for daily commutes or less intensive activities. Neither excel in gaming or TV due to latency issues, but both are good for mobile use with Android and Apple device optimization. Neither has active noise cancelling, so if you're often in loud environments, neither may fully meet your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jaybird Vista 2
- Very good for phone calls
- Best in class for exercise
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the JBL Tune Buds
- The JBL Tune Buds has no clear advantages over the Jaybird Vista 2.
Key differences
Phone Calls
8.0
4.9
The Jaybird Vista 2 is very good for phone calls, while the JBL Tune Buds is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.0
5.8
The Jaybird Vista 2 is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JBL Tune Buds is poor.
Battery
6.0 Hours
10.4 Hours
The Jaybird Vista 2 has 6 hours of battery life. The JBL Tune Buds has 10.4 hours of battery life.
Cost
$118
$60
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$50
$100
$150
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The Jaybird Vista 2 has a price of $118 and the JBL Tune Buds costs $60.
Build Quality
9.0
8.5
The Jaybird Vista 2 has excellent build quality, while the JBL Tune Buds has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
6.3
6.2
The Jaybird Vista 2 and JBL Tune Buds are both only fair for music.
Gaming
5.2
5.4
The JBL Tune Buds and Jaybird Vista 2 are both poor for gaming.
TV and Video
5.6
6.1
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers JBL Tune Buds to be only fair for TV and video, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0
6.7
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Jaybird Vista 2 to be good for noise reduction, while the JBL Tune Buds is only fair.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Jaybird Vista 2 | JBL Tune Buds |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$118 | $60 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Jaybird | JBL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 5.5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 6.1/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 10/10 | 7.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6 Hours | 10.4 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 3 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | 30 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.9/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 6.7 Grams | 10.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Chase Bernath | September 2022
"Compared to the original Vista, the Jaybird Vista 2 adds some key features including ANC and SurroundSense to control how much environmental noise you hear. If you're an athlete and are looking for rugged earbuds with tons of customization options, the Jaybird Vista 2 makes for a good option—but only if you are able to achieve a proper fit from the proprietary ear tips."
JBL Tune Buds
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Tim Gideon | September 2023
"JBL’s Tune Buds stick with the company’s signature bass-heavy sound by default, but a quality in-app EQ lets you sculpt the audio to taste. These noise-cancelling true wireless earphones also mitigate environmental distractions fairly well for the price and offer good battery life. If you're specifically seeking bold, bass-tuned audio out of the box, the Tune Buds are worth a listen."
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About Jaybird
Jaybird is an American headphone and activity tracker manufacturer focused on the exercise and sports market. The company was founded in 2006 by Judd Armstrong who sought for a product that was thoroughly sweatproof and that wouldn’t get in the way during physical activity. Jaybird is a part of the Swiss company Logitech International, since 2016.
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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