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Updated April 11, 2024·
The JBL Tune Flex offers good sound quality and is particularly strong for gaming due to its low latency mode. They are sweatproof, making them suitable for exercise, have active noise cancelling, and are less pricey than the "Nothing" Ear (2). However, the mic quality is poor, so they may not be ideal for calls or meetings. On the other hand, "Nothing" Ear (2) earbuds provide very good noise isolation, with a more compact size, better mic quality, and support for wireless charging. They also come with LHDC and AAC codecs for high-quality audio, making them a better choice for varied use, including TV, video, music, and calls. If budget is a concern and your focus is on gaming or exercise, go for the JBL Tune Flex. If you want superior overall features like better call quality and noise isolation, and can afford to spend more, choose the "Nothing" Ear (2). Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Tune Flex
- The JBL Tune Flex has no clear advantages over the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2).
Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for TV and video
Key differences
Phone Calls
6.3
7.9
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is good for phone calls, while the JBL Tune Flex is only fair.
Noise Reduction
6.5
8.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for noise reduction, while the JBL Tune Flex is only fair.
Cost
$60
$149
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The JBL Tune Flex has a price of $60 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) costs $149.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has excellent build quality, while the JBL Tune Flex has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.3
7.0
The JBL Tune Flex and "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) are both good for music.
Gaming
8.5
8.5
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) and JBL Tune Flex are both very good for gaming.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.0
9.1
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) and JBL Tune Flex are both excellent for podcasts and audiobooks.
TV and Video
7.8
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) to be very good for TV and video, while the JBL Tune Flex is good.
Battery
6.5 Hours
6.7 Hours
The JBL Tune Flex has 6.5 hours of battery life. The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has 6.7 hours of battery life.
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How the JBL Tune Flex and the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| JBL Tune Flex | "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$60 | $149 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | "Nothing" Brand | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2022 | March 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.3/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.3/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | 6.7 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.3. | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 18 | 30 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 5.1/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 9 Grams | 4.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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JBL Tune Flex
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MajorHiFi
Gabby Bloch | May 2023
"JBL is offering a similar design and arguably better resolution than the more expensive AirPods 3rd Generation. Add to that a comfortable and versatile fit, an equalizer and pretty decent ANC, and you’ve got a quality wireless earphone. I would have loved longer battery life and more crystal calls, but for the price, you can’t complain. A solid deal overall."
"Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | March 2023
"For the price the Nothing Ear (2) is pretty good. It fits well, and the IP54 rating (and IP55 with case) is durable enough for daily life. Most of its unique features are found in the Nothing X app, such as personalized frequency responses, and personalized, adjustable ANC."
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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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