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Updated January 10, 2024·
If budget is a primary concern, the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless offers a cost-effective choice for casual listening and convenience. However, if you prioritize noise cancellation and potentially better sound quality for a broad range of audio content, the Skullcandy Hesh ANC headphones may be worth the extra investment. They are better suited for noisy environments and may offer a more comfortable fit for long listening sessions. Yet, keep in mind that earbuds like the JBL are more portable and discrete, making them ideal for exercise or commuting, while the bulkier over-ear Skullcandy Hesh ANC can be less conducive to active use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless
- Good for phone calls
- Good for gaming
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Skullcandy Hesh ANC
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Gaming
7.3
5.6
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for gaming, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is poor.
Phone Calls
7.8
5.3
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for phone calls, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.3
6.0
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is only fair.
TV and Video
6.9
5.8
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair for TV and video, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.5
8.7
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC is very good for noise reduction, while the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair.
Battery
8.3 Hours
23.0 Hours
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless has 8.3 hours of battery life. The Skullcandy Hesh ANC has 23 hours of battery life.
Cost
$50
$135
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless has a price of $50 and the Skullcandy Hesh ANC costs $135.
Build Quality
8.5
7.0
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless has very good build quality, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC has good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
6.6
6.7
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC and JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless are both only fair for music.
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How the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and the Skullcandy Hesh ANC compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless | Skullcandy Hesh ANC |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$50 | $135 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | Skullcandy | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | December 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.9/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.4/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 8.3 Hours | 23 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.1 Hours | 1.6 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 16 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8.8 Grams | 226.7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless
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LaFonda | April 2023
"The Vibe Beam earbuds may not be a sleek as other earbuds in the price range, such as the equally priced Vibe Buds, but they sound great, have a long battery life, and come with an equalizer. And if you just need a solid pair if earbuds to get you through your commute, these will do the trick. I have no complaints here."
Skullcandy Hesh ANC
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Maike Paeßens | 2021
"Skullcandy’s Hesh ANC are compact, wireless over-ears for everyday use that are tuned for bass and designed to suppress or amplify ambient noise as required. In addition to Bluetooth 5.0, optional tracking via the Tile app is supported so that these headphones can be found if they get lost."
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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 Skullcandy
Skullcandy is an American, consumer-oriented, earbuds and headphones manufacturer with 20 years of market experience. They sell a wide variety of, budget-friendly and unique, wired and wireless products that are sure to please the vast majority of users. Among their most popular offerings, the Crusher headphones, includes a pair of actual subwoofers inside the cups which makes the bass extra prominent for a unique and extra fun sound.
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