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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're looking for headphones that are versatile for different environments, including air travel, and don't mind a bit of bulk for better build quality, the JBL Tune 660NC could be suitable as they have active noise cancelling and a longer battery life. However, if you prefer something more affordable, compact, and suitable for exercise with sweatproof certification, then the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless earbuds might be a better fit; they also have a better microphone for calls and are optimized for both Android and Apple devices. Keep in mind the earbuds have a shorter battery life and may not isolate noise as effectively. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Tune 660NC
- The JBL Tune 660NC has no clear advantages over the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless.
Advantages of the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless
- Good for phone calls
- Good for gaming
- Very good for air travel
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Gaming
5.4
7.3
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for gaming, while the JBL Tune 660NC is poor.
Phone Calls
5.1
7.8
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for phone calls, while the JBL Tune 660NC is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.7
7.3
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JBL Tune 660NC is poor.
TV and Video
5.6
6.9
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair for TV and video, while the JBL Tune 660NC is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
6.5
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and JBL Tune 660NC are both only fair for noise reduction, though the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is somewhat better.
Battery
42.0 Hours
8.3 Hours
The JBL Tune 660NC has 42 hours of battery life. The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless has 8.3 hours of battery life.
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Key similarities
Music
6.1
6.6
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and JBL Tune 660NC are both only fair for music.
Cost
$50
$50
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The JBL Tune 660NC has a price of $50 and the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless costs $50.
Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and JBL Tune 660NC both have very good build quality.
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How the JBL Tune 660NC and the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL Tune 660NC | JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$50 | $50 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | JBL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2021 | February 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.1/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 42 Hours | 8.3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1.1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 16 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 172 Grams | 8.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Chase Bernath | April 2023
"The JBL Tune 660NC is the best value you can get from a set of on-ear headphones. There's no companion app so you don't get many additional features, but everything the JBL Tune 660NC sets out to do, it does well. At this price, the JBL Tune 660NC is an easy recommendation for on-ear headphone lovers"
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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 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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