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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for affordability, the JBL Tune 710BT offers a more budget-friendly choice, and they're wireless which gives you freedom of movement. On the other hand, if you prioritize sound quality and are using them in a stationary setting like a studio, the Rode NTH-100 may be worth the extra investment for their superior audio fidelity and build quality. The Rode also includes a detachable cable which means you can replace just the cable if it gets damaged, while with the JBL, you might need to replace the whole unit if the non-detachable wireless components fail. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Tune 710BT
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Rode NTH-100
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
6.1
8.2
The Rode NTH-100 is very good for music, while the JBL Tune 710BT is only fair.
Gaming
5.3
6.5
The Rode NTH-100 is only fair for gaming, while the JBL Tune 710BT is poor.
Phone Calls
6.5
4.8
The JBL Tune 710BT is only fair for phone calls, while the Rode NTH-100 is poor.
TV and Video
5.6
7.7
The Rode NTH-100 is good for TV and video, while the JBL Tune 710BT is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
5.3
The JBL Tune 710BT is only fair for noise reduction, while the Rode NTH-100 is poor.
Battery
50.0 Hours
N/A
The JBL Tune 710BT has 50 hours of battery life. The Rode NTH-100 does not have a battery.
Cost
$80
$149
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The JBL Tune 710BT has a price of $80 and the Rode NTH-100 costs $149.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.9
7.6
The JBL Tune 710BT and Rode NTH-100 are both good for podcasts and audiobooks.
Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The Rode NTH-100 and JBL Tune 710BT both have very good build quality.
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How the JBL Tune 710BT and the Rode NTH-100 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL Tune 710BT | Rode NTH-100 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$80 | $149 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | Rode | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2021 | March 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.1/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.6/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 6.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.1/10 | 4.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 50 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 | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 220 Grams | 349.2 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | N/A | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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JBL Tune 710BT
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Álvaro Nieto | February 2023
"We are facing headphones that are comfortable to use with a foldable and lightweight design, which is combined with 40mm dynamic drivers and a multipoint Bluetooth connection, which makes them versatile and a good option for day-to-day use, whether for listening music, podcasts, audiobooks, or videos."
Rode NTH-100
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Kizito Katawonga | March 2023
"The NTH-100M is a closed-back headset aimed at professional audiophiles—streamers, podcasters and content creators included—looking for masterful audio and a detachable 'broadcast-grade' microphone."
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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 Rode
Rode is an Australian audio equipment manufacturer. Rode was founded in 1967 as Freedman Electronics, transitioning into its modern brand in 1990, and it’s mainly known for their high-end microphones and audio production equipment. In 2022 they entered into the headphone market with their NTH-100 closed back headphone which was received with very good reviews from the community.
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