JBL Live Buds 3
JBL Tour Pro 3
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JBL Live Buds 3 vs Shokz OpenFit 2
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 Shokz OpenFit 2 overall by 39 points (83 vs 44 out of 100).
- Key differences: only JBL Live Buds 3 has active noise cancelling; battery life per charge, where Shokz OpenFit 2 has 11 vs 8 h; weight per earbud, where JBL Live Buds 3 is 4.8 g lighter; total battery life with case, where Shokz OpenFit 2 has 48 vs 40 h; only JBL Live Buds 3 has wireless charging case.
JBL Live Buds 3 leads overall
JBL Live Buds 3 · 85 overall, #4 of 68
83
Shokz OpenFit 2 · 46 overall, #67 of 68
44
Key differences
- Active Noise CancellingJBL Live Buds 3 only
- Battery Life per ChargeShokz OpenFit 2 11 vs 8 h
- Weight per EarbudJBL Live Buds 3 4.8 g lighter
- Total Battery Life with CaseShokz OpenFit 2 48 vs 40 h
- Wireless Charging CaseJBL Live Buds 3 only
Scores by Category
Live Buds 3 wins 4 of 6 categories · OpenFit 2 wins 2
| Category | Live Buds 3OpenFit 2 | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Cancelling | +93 | |
| Battery | +3 | |
| Connectivity | +3 | |
| Build | +29 | |
| Audio | +30 | |
| Calls | +45 |
Physical Comparison
Live Buds 3
73g
Weight
OpenFit 2
53g
Weight
Live Buds 3
4.6g
Weight
OpenFit 2
9.4g
Weight
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
Live Buds 3
OpenFit 2
Detailed Specifications
Audio
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | OpenFit 2 |
|---|---|---|
Spatial Audio with Head Tracking | N/A | No |
Noise Cancelling
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | OpenFit 2 |
|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No |
Transparency Mode | Yes | N/A |
Battery
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | OpenFit 2 |
|---|---|---|
Battery Life per Charge | 8 h | 11 h38% more |
Total Battery Life with Case | 40 h | 48 h20% more |
Quick Charge | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging Case | Yes | No |
Connectivity
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | OpenFit 2 |
|---|---|---|
Bluetooth Version | ||
Multipoint Connection | Yes | Yes |
Calls
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | OpenFit 2 |
|---|---|---|
Microphones per Earbud | 350% more | 2 |
Build
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | OpenFit 2 |
|---|---|---|
IP Rating | ||
Weight per Earbud | 4.6 g51% less | 9.4 g |
Case Weight | 73 g | 53 g27% 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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