JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS vs. JBL TUNE 230NC TWS

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS and JBL TUNE 230NC TWS. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS vs. JBL TUNE 230NC TWS Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS JBL TUNE 230NC TWS
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 14.6 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: Earbud: 5.1 g
Charging case: 47.3 g
Colour Black | Rose | Blue | White Blue | Sand | Black | White
Protection Sweat-resistant, water-resistant, IPX7 Waterproof, sweat-resistant, IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS JBL TUNE 230NC TWS
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2 JBL TUNE 230NC TWS have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Smart Ambient
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Signature Sound Pure Bass
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity 96 dB 105 dB JBL TUNE 230NC TWS have higher sensitivity than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS.
Impedance 16 Ohm 16 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 94 dB 95 dB
Diaphragm 6.8 mm 6 mm JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS have a thicker diaphragm than JBL TUNE 230NC TWS.
Features TalkThru technology, Ambient Aware -
MICROPHONE JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS JBL TUNE 230NC TWS
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Sensitivity -26 dBV/Pascal -38 dBV/Pascal
Microphones Included - 4
REMOTE CONTROL JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS JBL TUNE 230NC TWS
Controls Voice assistant -
CABLE JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS JBL TUNE 230NC TWS
Cable Type - USB-C charge cable
FEATURES JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS JBL TUNE 230NC TWS
Features - Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa -
BATTERY AND CHARGING JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS JBL TUNE 230NC TWS
Battery Type 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity 50 mAh 70 mAh JBL TUNE 230NC TWS have a higher battery capacity than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS.
Battery Life 7 hour(s) 10 hour(s) JBL TUNE 230NC TWS lasts longer on a single charge than the JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 21 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 10 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 40 hours
Charging Time 2 hour(s) 2 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
Included Qty 2 2
OTHERS JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS JBL TUNE 230NC TWS
Included Accessories 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), 2 pairs of ear sleeves, USB-C charging cable, charging case (300 mAh) 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), charging case (750 mAh)
Compliant Standards - IPX4
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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