JBL Vibe Beam
Score: 79/100
TOZO Hybrid Wireless Earbuds with ANC
Score: 81/100Rankings
The TOZO NC9 delivers hybrid ANC, IPX8 waterproofing, and a 10 mm driver with strong bass, plus 32 EQ presets and wireless charging. Its sound is heavily bass-oriented, call quality is mediocre, and transparent mode can glitch, limiting its appeal for critical listeners. Suited for budget-conscious gym-goers who want ANC and long battery life.
The JBL Vibe Beam are true-wireless earbuds delivering deep-bass-focused sound with up to 32 hours of total playback and fast charging. They lack active noise cancellation and have only moderate water-resistance ratings, which may limit heavy-sweat use. Ideal for casual listeners and gym-goers who prioritize bass and battery life.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8 hours | 13 hoursbest | |
24 hours | 55 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 120 minutesbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 49 g | 40.6 gbest |
244 metersbest | — | |
8 mm | 10 mmbest | |
— | 6best | |
16 Ωbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (Earbuds) (hours) | 8 hours | 13 hours |
Battery Life (With Case) (hours) | 24 hours | 55 hours |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.3 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
IP Rating | IP54 | IPX8 |
Total Weight (including case) (g) | 49 g | 40.6 g |
Audio(2) | ||
Active Noise Cancellation | false | true |
Driver Size (mm) | 8 mm | 10 mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the Vibe Beam for its compact, lightweight design, deep-bass tuning, and impressive 32-hour battery life with fast charging, but they criticize the absence of active noise cancellation and the vague water-resistance rating, which may limit its appeal for heavy-sweat activities.
Everyday users praise the powerful bass, long battery life, quick-charge convenience, comfortable fit, and reliable wireless range, while recurring complaints focus on occasional Bluetooth drop-outs, average call quality in noisy settings, fit looseness during intense exercise, and uncertainty about water-resistance protection.
Professional reviewers commend the NC9's impressive battery life, IPX6 durability, and effective hybrid ANC for its price, noting a balanced hi-fi sound when the bass is not over-emphasized. However, they criticize the overly bass-heavy tuning, muffled call performance, glitchy transparent mode, and noticeable gaming latency, suggesting it's a solid budget choice but not a premium replacement.
Everyday users appreciate the comfortable fit, strong bass for popular genres, and the convenience of the app's EQ presets and wireless charging. Common praise centers on value for money and workout suitability, while recurring complaints focus on boomy bass, muffled calls, gaming lag, and occasional audio glitches.
