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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality and a versatile listening experience for music, the JBL Tune Flex would be the better option as they provide very good overall sound quality and excel in music listening. However, they have poor mic quality, which might be a drawback for calls and meetings. On the other hand, if you require a model that's great for calls, outdoor activities, and you need something that doesn't block your ears, the Shokz OpenMove with its bone conduction technology would suit you well, despite their poorer sound quality. Shokz OpenMove are also optimized for use during exercise given their sweatproof and dustproof design, but they have an open enclosure type that doesn't isolate noise well, so they wouldn't be the best for air travel. JBL Tune Flex has a low latency mode which can be better for gaming and video content, and they feature active noise canceling, which can be an advantage for noise isolation in various environments. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Tune Flex
- Good for music
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Very good for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Shokz OpenMove
- Good for phone calls
Key differences
Music
7.3
4.8
The JBL Tune Flex is good for music, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Gaming
8.5
4.9
The JBL Tune Flex is very good for gaming, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Phone Calls
6.3
7.8
The Shokz OpenMove is good for phone calls, while the JBL Tune Flex is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.0
7.9
The JBL Tune Flex is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Shokz OpenMove is good.
TV and Video
7.8
5.0
The JBL Tune Flex is good for TV and video, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.5
2.5
The JBL Tune Flex is only fair for noise reduction, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Cost
$60
$80
$50
$60
$70
$80
$90
$100
The JBL Tune Flex has a price of $60 and the Shokz OpenMove costs $80.
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Key similarities
Battery
6.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The JBL Tune Flex has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Shokz OpenMove has 6 hours of battery life.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The JBL Tune Flex and Shokz OpenMove both have very good build quality.
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How the JBL Tune Flex and the Shokz OpenMove compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL Tune Flex | Shokz OpenMove |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$60 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | Shokz | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2022 | September 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.3/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.3/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.7/10 | 7.1/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.1 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 18 | N/A | |
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 | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 5.1/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 9 Grams | 29 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."
Shokz OpenMove
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Sound Guys
Lily Katz | May 2023
"The Shokz OpenMove are a bit more affordable than the company's other bone conduction headphones, making them a more appealing option for athletes on a budget. These headphones support premium features like multipoint connectivity and a durable build, but you lose other niceties like fast charging and a long battery life. Still, for less than $80, these are nice bone conduction headphones that will keep you safe when exercising."
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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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