Choosing JBL headphones: Tune, Live, Wave and more
JBL headphones come in several families, so it helps to know how they differ. Tune is the everyday line, with Pure Bass sound in on-ear models such as the Tune 520BT and Tune 720BT, noise-cancelling options like the Tune 770NC, and true wireless earbuds including Tune Buds 2, Tune Beam 2 and Tune Flex 2. Live steps up with True Adaptive Noise Cancelling, multipoint pairing and app control on models such as the Live 670NC, Live 780NC and Live Flex 3.
Wave earbuds such as Wave Buds 2 and Wave Flex 2 keep things simple for daily listening. For running, the wired Endurance RUN 3 is IP65 rated, while the Jr 310 and Jr 310BT are made for children. Prefer a cable? The Tune 305C and Tune 310C plug straight into a USB-C port.
Frequently asked questions
Do JBL headphones work with iPhone and Android?
Yes. Bluetooth models such as the Tune 520BT, Wave Buds 2 and Live 780NC pair with iPhone, Android phones, tablets and laptops. Many newer models also work with the JBL Headphones app on iOS and Android for sound and noise-cancelling settings. Wired USB-C models like the Tune 310C need a device with a USB-C port, such as iPhone 15 and later.
What is the difference between JBL Tune and JBL Live?
Tune focuses on JBL Pure Bass sound and long battery life, for example up to 76 hours on the Tune 720BT, with active noise cancelling on the NC models. Live models such as the 680NC and 780NC add True Adaptive Noise Cancelling, which adjusts to your surroundings, plus multipoint connection to two devices and app support. Choose Live if you commute or work somewhere noisy.
Which JBL headphones suit sport or children?
For running and training, the Endurance RUN 3 is a wired in-ear design with IP65 protection against dust and water jets, and some Tune Flex 2 and Wave Flex earbuds are IP54 rated. For children, the JBL Jr 310 (wired) and Jr 310BT (Bluetooth) are over-ear headphones with a built-in microphone, designed for younger listeners.