The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Wireless Earbuds, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds (Without ANC) Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds (Without ANC) #2 in Wireless Earbuds
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JBL Tune Buds – True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds (Blue) JBL Tune Buds – True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds (Blue) #51 in Wireless Earbuds
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#51
Noise cancelling
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Moderate, good for the price
Battery (buds)
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12 hours on buds (excellent)
Sound quality
Balanced, clear tuning
Warm, bass-forward tuning
Call clarity
Average; okay in quiet
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Water resistance
IPX4 sweat resistant
Not specified (likely IPX4)
Fit & comfort
Comfortable with 4 tip sizes
Secure, multiple tip sizes, all-day comfortable
Verdict
Best value Apple earbuds for iPhone users
Best all-day battery true-wireless under $100

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