Device Comparison
| Tour Pro 3 | 360 | |
|---|---|---|
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Compatibility | — | Works with Apple devices (one-touch pairing, Automatic Switching, Audio Sharing; Find My needs iOS 27 or later) and Android (Beats app needs Android 15 or later with Google Play Services; Fast Pair, Audio switch, Find Hub). Sold in the US and 100+ countries and regions. |
| Environmental | — | 80% recycled plastic in several components (ear cups, speaker enclosure, internal parts); 100% recycled rare earth elements in all magnets; packaging is 100% plant-based material from recycled fiber and/or sustainable forests (Beats) |
| Launch Price (USD) | $299.99 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $349.99 |
| Models | — | A3577 |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦420,000 | ₦490,000 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| TESTS | ||
| Battery Endurance | — | Up to 32 h with ANC and Personalized Spatial Audio on; up to 32 h with Adaptive EQ (ANC and Transparency off); up to 24 h in Transparency mode; Fast Fuel: 5 min charge = up to 1 h of playback (Beats manufacturer figures). Engadget review: 47% battery left after 24 h of use |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | JBL | Beats |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | Over-ear wireless headphones |
| Launch Date | September 22, 2024 | September 22, 2026 |
| Model Name | JBL Tour Pro 3 | 360 |
| Price | $299.99 | $349.99 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | 10.2mm dynamic + 5.1x2.8mm balanced armature | 40 mm |
| Driver Type | Hybrid dual-driver (dynamic + balanced armature) | Custom-designed dual-magnet dynamic driver with three-layer diaphragm |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 40 kHz | — |
| Impedance | 32 ohm | — |
| Sensitivity | 104 dB SPL @1kHz | — |
| Sound Features | JBL Spatial 360 Sound with head tracking, Personi-Fi 3.0, Smart Ambient, Smart Talk | Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, Dolby Atmos, Adaptive EQ, custom high dynamic range amplifier |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes — True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0 | Yes, up to 1.75x more noise cancellation than Beats Studio Pro |
| App Support | JBL Headphones app | Beats app (Android 15 or later required on Android) |
| Customizable EQ | 10-band EQ + presets + Personi-Fi 3.0 | No (Adaptive EQ only; no user EQ controls in the Beats app) |
| Sound Modes | EQ presets, Spatial Audio w/ head tracking, Video mode | Active Noise Cancelling, Transparency, Adaptive EQ (when ANC and Transparency are off) |
| Touch Controls | Yes, tap/hold + touchscreen case UI | No touch controls; physical buttons (right earcup: volume up/down and play/pause; left earcup: power and listening mode) |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Smart Ambient + Smart Talk, Voice Aware sidetone | Yes (Transparency mode) |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes, long-press trigger | "Hey Siri" on Apple devices; voice assistant access on Android |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP v1.4, AVRCP v1.6.2, HFP v1.8 | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 (Class 1) |
| Multipoint | Yes | — |
| Range | — | Class 1 Bluetooth (extended range) |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC (24-bit Hi-Res); LE Audio/Auracast | SBC, AAC |
| Wired Mode | Case includes USB-C-to-3.5mm cable so case can act as BT transmitter | No wired audio; USB-C port is for charging |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Black, Latte | Black, Cloud, Pink, Sky |
| Dimensions | — | 165.5 mm (W) x 87.1 mm (D) x 191.3 mm (H) |
| Form Factor | Stem-style TWS with 1.57" touchscreen Smart Charging Case | Over-ear, fold-flat design with interchangeable ear and headband cushions |
| Ingress Protection | IP55 | IPX4 (sweat and water resistant) |
| Materials | — | Memory foam cushions with Performance Knit (diamond-knit) or UltraPlush (engineered leather) covers; 80% recycled plastic in multiple components; 100% recycled rare earth elements in all magnets |
| Weight | 5.6g per earbud; case 71.8g | 294.5 g |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Device Battery Capacity | Earbud 65mAh; Case 850mAh | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min = 3 hrs playback | Fast Fuel: 5-minute charge gives up to 1 hour of playback |
| Total Playtime | Up to 44 hrs combined (11h ANC-off / 8h ANC-on + case) | Up to 32 hours (ANC and Personalized Spatial Audio on); up to 24 hours in Transparency mode |
| Wireless Charging | Yes (case) | — |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes, talk time up to 5.5 hrs | Yes |
| Mic Count | 6 total (2 outer + 1 inner per earbud) | 9 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Beamforming + JBL Crystal AI, windproof, Zoom-certified | Digital MEMS microphones: 8 for Active Noise Cancellation and 3 for voice pickup |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Long-press gesture | Always-on "Hey Siri" (Apple devices); press and hold on-device button for voice assistant |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | USB-C to USB-C + USB-C to 3.5mm | Not included (sold separately) |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | 5 silicone sizes + 1 foam pair | Not applicable (over-ear headphones) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Smart Charging Case with touchscreen | Woven ripstop fabric carrying case |
| Included Items | — | Beats 360 headphones with color-matched Performance Knit cushions, woven ripstop fabric carrying case, Quick Start Guide, documentation (USB-C charging cable and power adapter sold separately) |
| Main Device | JBL Tour Pro 3 earbuds | Beats 360 headphones with interchangeable, color-matched Performance Knit cushions |
| User Manual | Multilingual quick start guide | Quick Start Guide |
| Warranty Card | Included | Yes |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | iOS, Android | Apple platforms and Android |
| Profiles Supported | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP; Auracast | — |
| Supported Devices | Fast Pair (Google), Swift Pair (Microsoft) | Apple devices (one-touch pairing, Automatic Switching, Audio Sharing, Find My) and Android devices (Fast Pair, Audio switch, Find Hub) |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | A 1.57" touchscreen case doubling as a Bluetooth transmitter/remote, plus hybrid dual-driver Hi-Res audio — JBL's flagship TWS. | The first Beats over-ear headphone with interchangeable ear and headband cushions, rated IPX4 for sweat and water resistance. |