Over-Ear
JBL Tour One
70Good
$300
Full review dataJBL Tour One vs Nectar Hive: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Nectar Hive comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Nectar Hive - Outstanding overall at around $197.
Score breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
JBL Tour One
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery9.0
Calls6.0
Value7.0
Nectar Hive
Sound9.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | JBL Tour One | Nectar Hive |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $300 | $197 |
| HearWiki score | 70 / 100 · Good | 85 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2021 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | Electrostatic |
| Driver size | 40 mm | - |
| Drivers per side | 2 | - |
| Frequency response | 10 Hz - 40,000 Hz | 20Hz-7kHz |
| Sound signature | - | Bright neutral |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | - |
| Sensitivity | 95 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5 | - |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | - |
| Codecs | AAC | - |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 50 h | - |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 25 h | - |
| Full charge time | 120 min | - |
| Wireless charging | No | - |
| Features | ||
| ANC type | adaptive | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 273 g | 370 g |
| Water resistance | none | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 4 | - |
What reviewers said
JBL Tour One
The JBL Tour One is a wireless over-ear headphone with active noise cancellation, designed for long listening sessions thanks to its 50-hour battery life. It delivers a balanced, neutral sound signature and a comfortable fit, with Bluetooth 5.0 and AAC support for reliable wireless streaming. The included detachable cable adds versatility for wired use when needed.
- Pro:Excellent battery life of up to 50 hours without ANC
- Pro:Comfortable over-ear design for extended wear
- Pro:Neutral sound profile suits various music genres
- Con:No water resistance rating
- Con:Only AAC codec support, no aptX or LDAC
- Con:Bulky weight at 273 grams may feel heavy for some users
Nectar Hive
The Nectar Hive is a wired electrostatic over-ear headphone priced around $600, weighing just 370 grams. It delivers a bright neutral sound signature with a frequency response spanning 20Hz to 7kHz, offering a detailed and airy presentation that leans toward analytical clarity. This model earns high marks for its tonal balance and technical performance, making it a strong contender in its price bracket for listeners who prefer a crisp, revealing sound.
- Pro:Excellent tonal accuracy and neutrality
- Pro:Impressive technical detail retrieval
- Pro:Featherweight design for comfort
- Con:Bright tilt may be fatiguing for some
- Con:Limited bass impact due to electrostatic nature
- Con:Requires dedicated amplifier for proper use
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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