JBL Live Buds 3
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JBL Live Buds 3 vs Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
- Sound quality isn't scored yet (we have no measured audio data), so the score covers features, battery, noise cancelling and build.
Verdict
Key takeaways
- JBL Live Buds 3 leads Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) overall by 40 points (86 vs 46 out of 100).
- Key differences: only JBL Live Buds 3 has active noise cancelling; battery life per charge, where Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) has 9 vs 8 h; total battery life with case, where JBL Live Buds 3 has 40 vs 28.5 h; IP rating, where JBL Live Buds 3 has IP55 vs IPX4; Bluetooth version, where Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) has Bluetooth 5.4 vs Bluetooth 5.3.
JBL Live Buds 3 leads overall
JBL Live Buds 3 · 85 overall, #4 of 68
86
Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) · 52 overall, #65 of 68
46
Key differences
- Active Noise CancellingJBL Live Buds 3 only
- Battery Life per ChargeBose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) 9 vs 8 h
- Total Battery Life with CaseJBL Live Buds 3 40 vs 28.5 h
- IP RatingJBL Live Buds 3 IP55 vs IPX4
- Bluetooth VersionBose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) Bluetooth 5.4 vs Bluetooth 5.3
Scores by Category
Live Buds 3 wins 4 of 5 categories · Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) wins 1
| Category | Live Buds 3Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Cancelling | +93 | |
| Battery | +3 | |
| Connectivity | +3 | |
| Build | +41 | |
| Calls | +100 |
Physical Comparison
Live Buds 3Live Buds 3
Live Buds 3 is 68 g (1487%) heavier than Live Buds 3.
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
Live Buds 3
Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Detailed Specifications
Noise Cancelling
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No |
Transparency Mode | Yes | N/A |
Battery
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
Battery Life per Charge | 8 h | 9 h13% more |
Total Battery Life with Case | 40 h40% more | 28.5 h |
Quick Charge | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging Case | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
Bluetooth Version | ||
Multipoint Connection | Yes | Yes |
Calls
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
Microphones per Earbud | 3 | N/A |
Build
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
IP Rating | ||
Weight per Earbud | 4.6 g | N/A |
Case Weight | 73 g | N/A |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
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