JBL Live Buds 3
JBL Tour Pro 3
VS
JBL Live Buds 3 vs Nothing Ear (open)
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 Nothing Ear (open) overall by 43 points (85 vs 42 out of 100).
- Key differences: only JBL Live Buds 3 has active noise cancelling; total battery life with case, where JBL Live Buds 3 has 40 vs 30 h; weight per earbud, where JBL Live Buds 3 is 3.5 g lighter; only JBL Live Buds 3 has wireless charging case; IP rating, where JBL Live Buds 3 has IP55 vs IP54.
JBL Live Buds 3 leads overall
JBL Live Buds 3 · 85 overall, #4 of 68
85
Nothing Ear (open) · 47 overall, #66 of 68
42
Key differences
- Active Noise CancellingJBL Live Buds 3 only
- Total Battery Life with CaseJBL Live Buds 3 40 vs 30 h
- Weight per EarbudJBL Live Buds 3 3.5 g lighter
- Wireless Charging CaseJBL Live Buds 3 only
- IP RatingJBL Live Buds 3 IP55 vs IP54
Scores by Category
Live Buds 3 wins 4 of 5 categories
| Category | Live Buds 3Ear (open) | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Cancelling | +93 | |
| Battery | +21 | |
| Connectivity | Tie | |
| Build | +29 | |
| Calls | +100 |
Physical Comparison
Live Buds 3
73g
Weight
Ear (open)
63.8g
Weight
Live Buds 3
4.6g
Weight
Ear (open)
8.1g
Weight
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
Live Buds 3
Ear (open)
Detailed Specifications
Noise Cancelling
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Ear (open) |
|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No |
Transparency Mode | Yes | N/A |
Battery
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Ear (open) |
|---|---|---|
Battery Life per Charge | 8 h | 8 h |
Total Battery Life with Case | 40 h33% more | 30 h |
Quick Charge | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging Case | Yes | No |
Connectivity
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Ear (open) |
|---|---|---|
Bluetooth Version | ||
Multipoint Connection | Yes | Yes |
Calls
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Ear (open) |
|---|---|---|
Microphones per Earbud | 3 | N/A |
Build
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Ear (open) |
|---|---|---|
IP Rating | ||
Weight per Earbud | 4.6 g43% less | 8.1 g |
Case Weight | 73 g | 63.8 g13% less |
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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