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Updated April 10, 2024·
If price is a significant factor, the JBL Tune Flex may be a better option as it's often somewhat less expensive. For listening to music, both offer very good overall sound quality, but for different uses like gaming and TV, the JBL Tune Flex has a low latency mode which can be important to avoid sync issues. The JBL Tune Flex is also sweatproof and features active noise cancelling for a better experience during exercise and in noisy environments. However, if call quality is a priority, the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick boasts very good microphone quality. The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick also has an optimal design for Android users and features like ear detection that pauses audio when removed. It's lighter in weight and has longer battery life, which can be beneficial for extended use throughout the day. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Tune Flex
- Good for music
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick
- Very good for phone calls
Key differences
Music
7.3
6.1
The JBL Tune Flex is good for music, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is only fair.
Phone Calls
6.3
8.6
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for phone calls, while the JBL Tune Flex is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.0
8.4
The JBL Tune Flex is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good.
Noise Reduction
6.5
2.5
The JBL Tune Flex is only fair for noise reduction, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is poor.
Battery
6.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The JBL Tune Flex has 6.5 hours of battery life. The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has 5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$60
$99
$40
$60
$80
$100
$120
$140
$160
The JBL Tune Flex has a price of $60 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick costs $99.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has excellent build quality, while the JBL Tune Flex has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
8.5
8.1
The JBL Tune Flex and "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick are both very good for gaming.
TV and Video
7.8
7.5
The JBL Tune Flex and "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick are both good for TV and video.
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How the JBL Tune Flex and the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL Tune Flex | "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$60 | $99 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | "Nothing" Brand | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2022 | November 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.3/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 8.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.7/10 | 7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1.2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 18 | 22 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
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 Stick
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | December 2022
"If the Ear (stick) fits your ears, its light weight means you can easily wear it until the unimpressive battery life totally drains. The IP54 rating of the buds lends some confidence that it’ll survive some light abuse too. Finally, for the person who only wears earbuds at their desk, the Nothing Ear (stick) with its decent microphone could offer a reasonable Zoom meeting solution."
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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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