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Updated January 10, 2024·
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless, being significantly less expensive than the Soundcore Life P3, may appeal to those on a budget. They have a slightly better overall sound quality perception, are reputed to have quality microphone performance, and are ideal for calls and meetings. The JBLs also have a good fit for exercise and are sweatproof, making them appropriate for active users. In contrast, the Soundcore Life P3 is noted for superior noise isolation, longer battery life, and has a smaller earbud size which may be more comfortable for some users. The Soundcore Life P3 also offers wireless charging, an advantage for convenience. The right choice depends on whether cost, call quality, and suitability for exercise (JBL) outweigh the benefits of noise isolation, battery life, and wireless charging (Soundcore Life P3). 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 Soundcore Life P3
- Very good for exercise
Key differences
Music
6.6
5.7
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair for music, while the Soundcore Life P3 is poor.
Gaming
7.3
5.1
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for gaming, while the Soundcore Life P3 is poor.
Phone Calls
7.8
5.1
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for phone calls, while the Soundcore Life P3 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.3
5.9
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Life P3 is poor.
TV and Video
6.9
5.5
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair for TV and video, while the Soundcore Life P3 is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.5
9.1
The Soundcore Life P3 is excellent for noise reduction, while the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair.
Battery
8.3 Hours
7.0 Hours
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless has 8.3 hours of battery life. The Soundcore Life P3 has 7 hours of battery life.
Cost
$30
$70
$0
$20
$40
$60
$80
$100
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless has a price of $30 and the Soundcore Life P3 costs $70.
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Build Quality
8.5
8.8
The Soundcore Life P3 and JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless both have very good build quality.
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How the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and the Soundcore Life P3 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless | Soundcore Life P3 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$30 | $70 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | June 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.6/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.9/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.4/10 | 5.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 8.3 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.1 Hours | 0.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 16 | 35 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8.8 Grams | 4.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless
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Headphone Dungeon
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."
Soundcore Life P3
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Alex Bracetti | July 2021
"Anker continues its trend of stealth releases, recently dropping the Soundcore Life P3 out of nowhere. This product essentially replaces the disappointing Life A2 NC as the brand’s flagship ANC model under $100. It comes with bassy audio and enough features to give even the best noise-cancelling earbuds pause."
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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 Soundcore
Soundcore is a sub-brand belonging to Anker Innovations. Starting in 2014, initially marketing wireless, Bluetooth, speakers, Anker now offers an array of, budget-friendly, wireless earbuds and headphones that directly compete, especially in the Active Noise Canceling field, with other brands several times as expensive.
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