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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're concerned about budget, the Skullcandy Dime 2 earbuds are less expensive, excellent for on-the-go activities with better portability and a lighter build, and they have a very good sound quality for music. However, the JBL 510BT headphones provide a more encompassing soundstage and have built-in controls, making them a strong choice for listening to music at home or during air travel, despite being the pricier option. The 510BT also offers better noise isolation and longer battery life, but it lacks the sweatproof feature of the Dime 2, which might be essential for those who exercise frequently. Both are suitable for casual use, but neither is particularly suited for gaming or watching TV, where low latency is crucial. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL 510BT
- The JBL 510BT has no clear advantages over the Skullcandy Dime 2.
Advantages of the Skullcandy Dime 2
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Gaming
5.4
4.7
The JBL 510BT and Skullcandy Dime 2 are both poor for gaming, though the JBL 510BT is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
5.3
6.5
The Skullcandy Dime 2 is only fair for noise reduction, while the JBL 510BT is poor.
Battery
38.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The JBL 510BT has 38 hours of battery life. The Skullcandy Dime 2 has 3 hours of battery life.
Build Quality
6.5
8.5
The Skullcandy Dime 2 has very good build quality, while the JBL 510BT has only fair build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
6.2
6.0
The JBL 510BT and Skullcandy Dime 2 are both only fair for music.
Phone Calls
5.1
4.8
The JBL 510BT and Skullcandy Dime 2 are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.6
5.2
The JBL 510BT and Skullcandy Dime 2 are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks.
TV and Video
5.5
5.1
The JBL 510BT and Skullcandy Dime 2 are both poor for TV and video.
Cost
$30
$30
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$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The JBL 510BT has a price of $30 and the Skullcandy Dime 2 costs $30.
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How the JBL 510BT and the Skullcandy Dime 2 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL 510BT | Skullcandy Dime 2 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$30 | $30 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | Skullcandy | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2021 | February 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.2/10 | 6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.2/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 5.2/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 5.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 38 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 8.5 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 6.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 5.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 158.7 Grams | 4.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sam Smart | September 2023
"The JBL Tune 510BT is affordable and compact, making it a great companion for a commute, so long as you don't need active noise canceling. If you wear glasses or have ear piercings, the on-ear design might not be comfortable, since the ear cups will squish your ears."
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Jasper Lastoria | March 2022
"With the low price, it’s a low-risk investment. The Dime 2 is a decent set of backup buds for those times when you don’t want to risk your more upscale buds. If it weren’t for the lackluster battery life, I’d say everyone should have a pair as a spare for music."
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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.
About Skullcandy
Skullcandy is an American, consumer-oriented, earbuds and headphones manufacturer with 20 years of market experience. They sell a wide variety of, budget-friendly and unique, wired and wireless products that are sure to please the vast majority of users. Among their most popular offerings, the Crusher headphones, includes a pair of actual subwoofers inside the cups which makes the bass extra prominent for a unique and extra fun sound.
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