JBL Tour One M3
Score: 89/100
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 Blue
Score: 87/100Rankings
The JBL Tour One M3 Smart Tx combines 40 mm drivers with True Adaptive ANC 2.0 and up to 70 hours of playback, plus a Smart Tx transmitter for lossless Hi-Res Bluetooth streaming. While it offers premium features, it lacks a fold-able design and carries a higher price tag. Best suited for audiophiles and travelers seeking long battery life and high-resolution wireless audio.
The Px7 S3 offers high-resolution audio with 40 mm bio-cellulose drivers, eight-mic ANC and 30 hours of battery backed by 15-minute quick charge, plus Bluetooth 5.3 with aptX Lossless support. Its 300 g weight, tight clamping and non-foldable design can be uncomfortable for extended wear. Best suited for travelers and audiophiles who value sound fidelity and robust features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
70 hoursbest | 30 hours | |
40 mmbest | 40 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 278 gbest | 300 g |
18 Ω | 33 Ωbest | |
122 dB SPLbest | — | |
850 mAhbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 120 minutes | 15 minutesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Supported Audio Codecs | SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC | aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, AAC, SBC |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 70 hours | 30 hours |
Charging Time (minutes) | 120 minutes | 15 minutes |
Audio(2) | ||
Frequency Response | 10-40000 | 10-30000 Hz |
Impedance (Ω) | 18 Ω | 33 Ω |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 278 g | 300 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 243mm x 75mm x 210mm mm | 206x156x48 mm mm |
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Professional editors describe the Tour One M3 as an audiophile-friendly headset that combines industry-leading battery endurance, adaptive ANC, and a unique Smart Tx transmitter for lossless source connectivity. They commend its comfort, personalization features, and spatial audio capabilities, positioning it as a premium choice for travelers and audio professionals.
The JBL Tour One M3 is praised for its deep bass, balanced mids, clear highs, adaptive ANC that reduces ambient noise by up to 40 dB, and ultra-long battery life, making it ideal for frequent travelers and audio professionals.
Professional reviewers commend the Px7 S3 for its refined, high-resolution audio, powerful 40 mm bio-cellulose drivers, and robust ANC implementation. They also praise the extensive codec support, long battery life with rapid charging, and the high-grade 24-bit DAC/amplifier. Criticisms focus on the relatively tight clamping force, a slightly pressurized ANC feel, and the headphone's heavier weight compared with leading competitors.
Everyday users echo the professional praise for sound quality and battery longevity, noting the headphones feel secure and comfortable for commuting. Recurring complaints center on the clamping pressure during extended wear, a sense of pressurization from ANC, and the product's heft relative to lighter alternatives.
