Wireless Earbuds / JBL Tune Beam 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE
JBL Tune Beam 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE
JBL Tune Beam 2
10 hours per charge with ANC on — the longest-lasting buds here.
Wins overall by 0.3 points
Quick Verdict
This is close. The JBL Tune Beam 2 edges ahead by 0.3 points, but that margin is inside the noise — the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE is a defensible pick on its own terms. Galaxy AI features at half Pro money — if you own a Galaxy phone.
The JBL Tune Beam 2 and Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE are both current-generation wireless Earbuds models, and the JBL Tune Beam 2 is $10 cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE ($109.95 vs $119.99). On Battery, the JBL Tune Beam 2 leads (9.5 vs 6.5/10) — playtime in the buds and total runtime with the case. On Sound Quality, the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE leads (7.5 vs 7.0/10) — tuning, detail and codec support. On Noise Cancelling, the JBL Tune Beam 2 leads (7.0 vs 7.0/10) — how much ambient noise is actually removed. Overall, the JBL Tune Beam 2 scores 7.6/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 7.3/10 for the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE, though the gap is close enough that your specific use case should decide it. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | JBL Tune Beam 2 | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $109.95 | $119.99 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Battery (ANC on) (hrs) | 10✓ | 6 |
| Battery with Case (hrs) | 48✓ | 24 |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Adaptive Noise Cancelling with Ambient Aware and TalkThru modes | Active Noise Cancelling with an additional microphone for background-noise reduction |
| Driver Size (mm) | 10 | 11 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | Yes | Not listed on Samsung's US specification |
| Water Resistance | IP54 | IP54 |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
| Weight per Bud (g) | 5.2 | Not published by the manufacturer |
| Codecs | JBL publishes Bluetooth profiles but not codec support for this model | Not listed on Samsung's US specification |
| Spatial Audio | JBL Spatial Sound upmixing; head tracking is not listed | 360 Audio, but without head tracking on this model |
| App EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | Black, White, Blue, Purple | Black, White |
Category Scores
Sound Quality
The Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE leads clearly here, 7.5 against 7.0 — a 0.5-point margin on tuning, detail and codec support. If that is what you are buying for, the JBL Tune Beam 2 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Noise Cancelling
The JBL Tune Beam 2 and Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE are level here, at 7.0/10 each. how much ambient noise is actually removed is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Battery
The JBL Tune Beam 2 leads clearly here, 9.5 against 6.5 — a 3.0-point margin on playtime in the buds and total runtime with the case. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE does not close the gap elsewhere.
Comfort & Fit
The JBL Tune Beam 2 and Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE are level here, at 7.5/10 each. weight, fit options and how they feel over long sessions is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Call Quality
The JBL Tune Beam 2 and Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE are level here, at 7.5/10 each. microphone performance and background noise rejection is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Features
The JBL Tune Beam 2 and Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE are level here, at 7.5/10 each. app depth, spatial audio, multipoint and extras is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Durability
The JBL Tune Beam 2 and Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE are level here, at 7.0/10 each. IP rating, build materials and case robustness is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Value
The JBL Tune Beam 2 and Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE are level here, at 7.5/10 each. features and performance relative to price is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Best For
Choose the JBL Tune Beam 2 if…
- • Battery matters most to you — the JBL Tune Beam 2 scores 9.5/10 here (playtime in the buds and total runtime with the case).
- • You want to spend less — it's $10 cheaper.
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE if…
- • Sound Quality matters most to you — the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE scores 7.5/10 here (tuning, detail and codec support).
Pros & Cons
JBL Tune Beam 2
Pros
- +10 hours per charge with ANC on is the best here by a clear margin
- +48 hours total, and IP54 adds dust protection most rivals lack at this price
- +Six microphones and solid call performance
- +Personi-Fi hearing personalisation
Cons
- −No confirmed US Amazon listing at time of research, so there is no affiliate link — check JBL.com or Walmart
- −No wireless charging
- −Spatial audio is upmixed, not true object-based audio
- −JBL does not publish codec support, so hi-res streaming is unconfirmed
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE
Pros
- +Stem design and Galaxy AI features at well under Pro pricing
- +Real-time translation and Gemini on Galaxy phones
- +IP54 dust and water resistance
- +11mm driver
Cons
- −No head tracking, unlike the Pro models
- −6 hours with ANC on is mid-pack at best
- −No wireless charging
- −The Galaxy Wearable app is Android-only, so there is no iOS support at all
- −Most of the interesting features need a Galaxy phone
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FAQs
Is the JBL Tune Beam 2 or Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the JBL Tune Beam 2 comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Battery, the JBL Tune Beam 2 or the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE?+
The JBL Tune Beam 2 scores higher on Battery (9.5/10 vs 6.5/10) — playtime in the buds and total runtime with the case.
Which is better for Sound Quality, the JBL Tune Beam 2 or the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE?+
The Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE scores higher on Sound Quality (7.5/10 vs 7.0/10) — tuning, detail and codec support.
Which is better for Noise Cancelling, the JBL Tune Beam 2 or the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE?+
The JBL Tune Beam 2 scores higher on Noise Cancelling (7.0/10 vs 7.0/10) — how much ambient noise is actually removed.
Which is better for Comfort & Fit, the JBL Tune Beam 2 or the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE?+
The JBL Tune Beam 2 scores higher on Comfort & Fit (7.5/10 vs 7.5/10) — weight, fit options and how they feel over long sessions.
Is the JBL Tune Beam 2 worth the price difference over the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE?+
The JBL Tune Beam 2 is the cheaper option at $109.95 versus $119.99. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Battery.
What's the warranty on the JBL Tune Beam 2 vs the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE?+
The JBL Tune Beam 2 ships with a 12-month warranty; the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE ships with a 12-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
Cheaper Option
Soundcore Liberty 4 NC — $99.99
Premium Option
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE — $119.99
Specifications and prices for both products last verified . Scores are calculated from published specifications — see how we compare products.