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Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs JBL Tune Flex 2: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs JBL Tune Flex 2, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Apple AirPods Pro 3 leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Apple AirPods Pro 3
  • JBL Tune Flex 2
HearWiki score
86
-
Sound
8.6
-
Noise cancelling
9.3
-
Battery
7.3
-
Calls
7.4
-
Value
8.3
-
Price (USD)
$180
$110

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

Apple AirPods Pro 3 (2025) against JBL Tune Flex 2 (2024). These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. The platform is level; the newer hardware shows up in convenience features instead - the Apple AirPods Pro 3 adds Water resistance IP57 against IP54.

  • AirPods Pro 320251 yr newer
  • Tune Flex 22024
What differsAirPods Pro 3Tune Flex 2

Everyday features

Water resistance
IP57
IP54

Level on: Bluetooth, ANC type, Multipoint pairing, Transparency mode, Companion app.

Specifications

AirPods Pro 3Tune Flex 2
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$180
$110
HearWiki score
86
Not scored
Released
2025
2024
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
10.7 mm dynamic
12 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10.7 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
13 Ω
Sensitivity
110 dB/mW
98 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC
-
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Battery life
8 h
12 h
Battery life (ANC on)
8 h
8 h
Battery incl. case
-
48 h
Full charge time
-
120 min
Wireless charging
Yes
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
adaptive
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
Yes
-
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Siri
Yes
Weight
5.5 g
4.4 g
Case weight
44 g
32.9 g
Water resistance
IP57
IP54
USB-C
Yes
-
Model code
-
JBLTFLEX2WHTAM
Microphones
3
6
Microphone type
beamforming
beamforming

What reviewers said

Apple AirPods Pro 3

The Apple AirPods Pro 3 are premium true wireless earbuds that combine adaptive active noise cancellation with a comfortable, secure fit. They deliver clear calls, robust battery life, and a balanced sound profile, all wrapped in an IP57-rated design that handles water and dust. With Bluetooth 5.3, multipoint connectivity, and wireless charging, they offer a polished experience for Apple and non-Apple users alike.

  • Pro:Excellent adaptive noise cancellation
  • Pro:Clear call quality with beamforming mics
  • Pro:Strong battery life of 8 hours with ANC on
  • Con:Fit may be tricky for some ears
  • Con:Premium price point
  • Con:Limited codec support (SBC, AAC only)

JBL Tune Flex 2

The JBL Tune Flex 2 true wireless earbuds deliver adaptive noise cancellation and a punchy, bass-forward sound signature from 12mm dynamic drivers. With six microphones for clear calls, Bluetooth 5.3 multipoint, and a total battery life of up to 48 hours with the case, they're a versatile everyday option. The IP54 rating and customizable EQ via the app add practicality for active use.

  • Pro:Adaptive ANC with transparency mode
  • Pro:Long battery life: 8 hrs (ANC) / 48 hrs with case
  • Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.3 for easy switching
  • Con:Only IP54, not fully waterproof
  • Con:Impedance is low at 13 ohms (may draw more power)
  • Con:No mention of wireless charging in specs

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