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Updated April 10, 2024·
If you prioritize high-quality sound and noise isolation for listening to music, the JBL Live Beam 3 with its dynamic drivers, LDAC codec support, and active noise cancelling would be the better choice. They also offer a more premium build and a Smart Charging Case with an LED touch display for controls. However, the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones might be more suitable if you're on a budget and need something for activities where situational awareness is important, such as outdoor exercise, since their open design lets you hear your surroundings. They are also sweatproof and dustproof, which is great for workouts. The JBL has a longer battery life and supports wireless charging, an advantage if convenience is crucial. But if you often take calls or need a good microphone, neither option excels in call quality. For TV and gaming, both are not ideal due to latency, but the JBL's overall better sound quality might provide a more enjoyable experience for casual use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Live Beam 3
- Good for music
- Very good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.8
4.8
The JBL Live Beam 3 is good for music, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Phone Calls
5.2
6.5
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is only fair for phone calls, while the JBL Live Beam 3 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.9
8.2
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JBL Live Beam 3 is poor.
TV and Video
5.6
5.1
The JBL Live Beam 3 and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are both poor for TV and video, though the JBL Live Beam 3 is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
8.3
2.5
The JBL Live Beam 3 is very good for noise reduction, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Cost
$216
$36
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The JBL Live Beam 3 has a price of $216 and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones costs $36.
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Key similarities
Gaming
5.4
4.9
The JBL Live Beam 3 and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are both poor for gaming.
Battery
12.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The JBL Live Beam 3 has 12 hours of battery life. The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones has 8 hours of battery life.
Build Quality
8.5
8.0
The JBL Live Beam 3 and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones both have very good build quality.
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How the JBL Live Beam 3 and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| JBL Live Beam 3 | Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$216 | $36 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | Youthwhisper | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2024 | June 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.9/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.3/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.4/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.7/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 8.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 12 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | Unknown | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 36 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8.8 Grams | 29 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Stozz Audio
Stozz Audio | October 2023
"If you're looking for a pair of headphones that can be worn while running or cycling, these Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are a great alternative to more expensive models. They're lightweight and compact, so they won't get in the way when wearing them while exercising. Plus, they have a built-in microphone so you can take calls during your workout without having to stop and fumble with your phone. The sound quality is great for this style of headphones, and it has many other cool features."
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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.
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