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Updated April 11, 2024·
If noise cancellation and wireless capabilities are priorities for you, the JBL Tune 660NC would be the better choice, as they feature active noise cancelling and both wireless and wired options. However, they are not recommended for exercise as they may not be sweatproof. On the other hand, if you're on a tighter budget and prefer a more open and natural sound for music and TV, the Koss Porta Pro could be more appealing, although they lack wireless connectivity, a microphone, and active noise cancelling. The JBLs have a longer battery life for wireless use, but the Koss headphones offer a classic design with a reputation for enduring build quality despite their budget pricing. Keep in mind the JBLs might be better for air travel due to their noise isolation and compact, foldable design. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Tune 660NC
- Good for air travel
Advantages of the Koss Porta Pro
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
6.1
8.2
The Koss Porta Pro is very good for music, while the JBL Tune 660NC is only fair.
Gaming
5.4
6.4
The Koss Porta Pro is only fair for gaming, while the JBL Tune 660NC is poor.
Phone Calls
5.1
4.3
The JBL Tune 660NC and Koss Porta Pro are both poor for phone calls, though the JBL Tune 660NC is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.7
6.8
The Koss Porta Pro is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JBL Tune 660NC is poor.
TV and Video
5.6
7.6
The Koss Porta Pro is good for TV and video, while the JBL Tune 660NC is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
2.5
The JBL Tune 660NC is only fair for noise reduction, while the Koss Porta Pro is poor.
Battery
42.0 Hours
N/A
The JBL Tune 660NC has 42 hours of battery life. The Koss Porta Pro does not have a battery.
Cost
$45
$49
$0
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$20
$30
$40
$50
The JBL Tune 660NC has a price of $45 and the Koss Porta Pro costs $49.
Build Quality
8.0
6.0
The JBL Tune 660NC has very good build quality, while the Koss Porta Pro has only fair build quality.
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How the JBL Tune 660NC and the Koss Porta Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL Tune 660NC | Koss Porta Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$45 | $49 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | Koss | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2021 | January 1, 1984 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.1/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.1/10 | 4.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 6.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6/10 | 4.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 42 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.8/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 172 Grams | 63.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | N/A | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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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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Sebastian Taboada | February 2022
"It’s clear to see why these have been such a popular choice amongst listeners for nearly four decades. It’s a charming pair of headphones that delivers a truly enjoyable listening experience and one that I think punches well above its weight."
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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 Koss
Koss is an American headphone manufacturer established in 1953. In 1958, they created the first set of stereophones, that is headphones with stereo sound, and in 1984 they released the world-famous Porta Pro, a set of on-ear headphones that has remained essentially unchanged for more than 30 years and that is still made, sold and loved by many audio enthusiasts around the world today.
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