Earbuds / Compare
JBL Live Buds 3 vs TOZO NC3
Product A: JBL
77 of 166 known
Change JBL Live Buds 3
Product B: TOZO
66 of 166 known
62 of 157 fields differ
- 29 different values
- 33 known for one only
- 23 the same
- 72 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 138 earbuds.
- Quick chargeA: 4hB: 1hJBL is 4 times higher.
- With caseA: 40hB: 55hTOZO is 15 h higher.
- Battery lifeA: 10hB: 13hTOZO is 3 h higher.
- Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)A: 8hB: 9.5hTOZO is 1.5 h higher.
Weight
0 to 80 g
Weight per bud
A4.8g
B5g
Case weight
A69.8g
B31.2g
All 166 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
JBLLIVEBUDS3BLK, JBLLIVEBUDS3SILAM, LIVE BUDS 3, LIVE BUDS 3C1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Quick Start Guide model names LIVE BUDS 3 (earbuds) and LIVE BUDS 3C (charging case). JBLLIVEBUDS3BLK is the Black SKU on Harvey Norman and JBLLIVEBUDS3SILAM the Silver SKU on Amazon US.8Retailer pageharveynorman.co.nz/headphones-and-speakers/headphones/jbl-live-buds-3-adaptive-noise-cancelling-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-black.htmlRead 10 October 2026Harvey Norman New Zealand lists model number JBLLIVEBUDS3BLK for Black.
T11141, NC3001Maker product pagetozostore.com/products/nc3-headphoneRead 20 October 2026Charging case label in the maker's product photo: Model No. T11141.9Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DGKWQMSMRead 21 October 2026Item details: Model Number T11141, Model Name NC3, Manufacturer Part Number NC300. The T11141 label is on the case in the maker photo.
GTIN / EAN
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6971681319917, 717687768153, 717687768146, 8101029814242Maker product pagetozostore.com/products/nc3-headphone.jsonRead 20 October 2026Store variant barcodes. Black is an EAN-13 and Rose Gold and Blue are UPC-A, all with valid check digits. The Light Green and Red entries are not valid barcodes and are left out.9Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DGKWQMSMRead 21 October 2026Item details: UPC 810102981424 on the TOZO Amazon listing for Black. It has a valid check digit. The other three codes come from the maker store.
Announced
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Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
Black, Silver, Blue, Purple6Reviewsoundguys.com/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026SoundGuys catalog lists Black, blue, silver and purple. Launch coverage listed black and silver only.
Black, Rose Gold, Blue, Light Green, Red2Maker product pagetozostore.com/products/nc3-headphone.jsonRead 20 October 2026Store colour options: Black, Rose Gold, Blue, Light Green, Red.
Design
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Form factor
Bud shape
Use one bud alone
RGB lighting
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Drivers and sound
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Drivers per bud
AJBL Live Buds 3
| Type | Diameter (mm) | Count per earbud |
|---|---|---|
| Dynamic | 10 | 1 |
Source1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Driver size 10 mm dynamic driver. One per earbud.3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026
BTOZO NC3
| Type | Diameter (mm) | Count per earbud |
|---|---|---|
| Dynamic | 12 | 1 |
Driver type
Driver size
10mm
12mm
Drivers per bud
1
1
Diaphragm material
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Frequency response
Min20 HzMax40 kHz1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 20263Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026
Min20 HzMax20 kHz9Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DGKWQMSMRead 21 October 2026Audio: Frequency Response 20 hertz with no upper limit. The review at reviewsbestheadphones.com gives 20 Hz to 20 kHz from the listing, so that range is stored. No tolerance or conditions are stated.11Reviewreviewsbestheadphones.com/tozo-nc3-reviewRead 21 October 2026Specifications taken from the listing: frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz. No conditions. The page gives no measured response.
Impedance
16Ω1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 20266Reviewsoundguys.com/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Catalog lists 16 ohm. The Quick Start Guide states the same.
32Ω9Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DGKWQMSMRead 21 October 2026Audio: Impedance 32 ohm. The listing also shows a sensitivity of 117 dB, while the WirelessEmporium review reads 100 dB from the listing, so sensitivity is left out.11Reviewreviewsbestheadphones.com/tozo-nc3-reviewRead 21 October 2026Specifications: 32 ohms, from the listing.
Sensitivity
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Sensitivity reference
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Max sample rate
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Max bit depth
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Adaptive EQ
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Personalised sound
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Onboard EQ
Yes2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026The Smart Charging Case adjusts volume and EQ.3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026
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Custom EQ bands
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EQ presets
Jazz, Vocal, Bass, Club, Studio, Extreme Bass3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026Six EQ presets plus a custom EQ. Preset names are from the JBL Headphones app screenshot on the Amazon listing.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0D3631X1BRead 10 October 2026App screenshot shows Jazz, Vocal, Bass, Club, Studio and Extreme Bass presets.
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Volume limit
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Spatial audio
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Spatial audio
JBL Spatial Sound2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 20263Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026
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Head tracking
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Noise cancelling
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Active noise cancelling
ANC type
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ANC microphones in both earbuds
Adaptive ANC
ANC levels
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ANC attenuation (claimed)
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Transparency mode
Adjustable transparency
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Automatic ANC and transparency blend
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Conversation detection
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Wind noise reduction
Measured
None of 23 known
Frequency response notes (measured)
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Bass amount (measured)
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Treble amount (measured)
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Deviation from target (measured)
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Consistency between fittings (measured)
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Harmonic distortion (measured)
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Sound leakage (measured)
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Noise isolation (measured)
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Noise isolation, best (measured)
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Passive isolation (measured)
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Call quality notes (measured)
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Mic low-frequency extension (measured)
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Mic high-frequency extension (measured)
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Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)
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Latency (measured)
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Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)
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2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)
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Latency in game mode (measured)
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Battery life (measured)
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Longest tested use per charge
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Battery life with case (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Weight per bud (measured)
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Microphones and calls
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Voice microphones in both earbuds
All microphones in both earbuds
Bone conduction voice sensor
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Mic noise reduction
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Call audio bandwidth
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Mic mute control
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Sidetone
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Connectivity
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Chip
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Connections
Bluetooth
Bluetooth codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 20266Reviewsoundguys.com/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026
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Bluetooth profiles
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LE Audio
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Auracast
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Multipoint
Multipoint devices
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Multipoint with LDAC
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Paired devices remembered
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Automatic switching between own devices
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Fast pairing
Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Quick Start Guide shows the Android account pop-up for the earbuds and Microsoft Swift Pair on Windows 10 v1803+. Android 6 or later.
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Audio sharing
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Wireless range (claimed)
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Wireless receiver
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Receiver connector
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Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
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Latency
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Low latency mode
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Claimed latency
AJBL Live Buds 3
Not availableLowest claimed latency
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45ms
Compatibility
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Platforms
Connection per platform
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Features that need a specific device
AJBL Live Buds 3
| Feature | Needs |
|---|---|
| LDAC Hi-Res Audio | Compatible Android phone. |
| Advanced controls (ANC, Ambient Aware, TalkThru) | Enable by connecting the earbuds to the JBL Headphones app. |
| Google Finder and Google Audio Switch | Android devices. Google Fast Pair on the Quick Start Guide needs Android 6 or later. |
BTOZO NC3
Not availableOfficial licence
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Battery and charging
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Battery per bud
60mAh1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Lithium-ion 60 mAh at 3.85 V per earbud.8Retailer pageharveynorman.co.nz/headphones-and-speakers/headphones/jbl-live-buds-3-adaptive-noise-cancelling-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-black.htmlRead 10 October 2026Listing lists 60 mAh per earbud and 620 mAh for the case. Its sound pressure level of 97 dB differs from the guide and is not stored.
User-replaceable earbud battery
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Claimed battery life
AJBL Live Buds 3
| Mode | Includes case recharges | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| ANC off | No | 10 |
| ANC on | No | 8 |
| ANC off | Yes | 40 |
Source1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Music playtime with Bluetooth on: ANC off up to 10 h, ANC on up to 8 h, True Adaptive ANC on up to 7 h. The 7 h True Adaptive ANC row has no schema mode of its own and is not stored. Talk time is listed as 4.5 h with ANC off and 5.5 h with ANC on. Longer with ANC on is not plausible, so no talk time is stored. The 40 h total is from the JBL Indonesia page.2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 202610 hours of playtime plus another 30 in the charging case, 40 hours total with ANC off.
BTOZO NC3
| Mode | Includes case recharges | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| ANC off | No | 13 |
| ANC off | Yes | 55 |
| ANC on | No | 9.5 |
| ANC on | Yes | 40 |
Longest claimed use per charge
10h
13h
Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)
8h
9.5h
Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)
10h
13h
Total with case (claimed)
40h
55h
Total with case and ANC (claimed)
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40h
Talk time (claimed)
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Full charge time, buds
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Charging guidance
The Quick Start Guide lists a charging time of 2 hours from empty and does not say whether this is the earbuds, the case or both. The case also charges on a Qi wireless pad (not included).1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Charging time 2 hrs from empty. The charging page also shows charging through a Qi-certified wireless pad (not included).
The product page image lists 1.5 hours of fast charging for the earbuds and does not give a starting charge level or say whether the earbuds are full after it. The manual says a full charge for both the earbuds and the case takes approximately 2 hours, and that the case will not charge the earbuds when its own battery is below 5 percent.1Maker product pagetozostore.com/products/nc3-headphoneRead 20 October 2026Product image: 1.5 hrs fast charging for earbuds, next to the 13 hours and 55 hours figures. Nothing else says what the 1.5 hours measures.8Owner's manuals3-us.tozostore.com/tozo/pdfRenderer/web/docs/UserManual/TOZO/NC3.pdfRead 21 October 2026Section 7.3: a full charge for both the earbuds and the case needs approximately 2 hours. The case will not charge the earbuds when its battery is below 5 percent. Page 12: the charger must deliver between 2.5 W and 5.0 W, and 5.0 W gives the maximum charging speed.
Quick charge time
Earbud playback after quick charge
Charging case
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Case battery
620mAh1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Lithium-ion 620 mAh at 3.8 V.8Retailer pageharveynorman.co.nz/headphones-and-speakers/headphones/jbl-live-buds-3-adaptive-noise-cancelling-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-black.htmlRead 10 October 2026
User-replaceable case battery
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Case charging port
Case full charge time
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Wireless charging
Yes1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 20262Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 20263Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026
Wireless standards
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Wireless charging power
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Speaker in case
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Screen on case
Yes2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026The Smart Charging Case shows messages and controls the earbuds. Display size from Amazon and SoundGuys.3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 20267Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0D3631X1BRead 10 October 2026Listing describes a 1.45-inch touchscreen display on the Smart Charging Case.
Case works as audio transmitter
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Controls
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Controls
Earbud volume control
Gestures
Tap once, Tap twice, Tap three times, Hold for 2 seconds1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Controls page shows Tap x1, Tap x2, Tap x3 and Hold (2 s) on each earbud. Advanced controls need the JBL Headphones app.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0D3631X1BRead 10 October 2026App screenshot: tap cycles noise cancelling, ambient aware and off, double-tap is TalkThru, tap and hold triggers the voice assistant.
Double tap left: previous song, Double tap right: next song, Tap left or right: play or pause music, Long press left: volume down, Long press right: volume up, Tap left or right on an incoming call: answer, Hold left or right for 2 seconds during a call: hang up, Hold left or right for 2 seconds on an incoming call: reject, Tap left once: switch between Transparency Mode and Active Noise Cancellation Mode, Triple tap left: switch back to Normal Mode, Triple tap right: wake up the voice assistant, Tap left five times: switch low-latency mode on or off8Owner's manuals3-us.tozostore.com/tozo/pdfRenderer/web/docs/UserManual/TOZO/NC3.pdfRead 21 October 2026Sections 5.1 to 5.6, English wording shortened. Left and right are the L and R touch areas.
Remappable controls
Voice assistant
Bixby, Siri, Google Assistant1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Controls page shows Bixby, Siri and Others. SoundGuys lists Google Assistant and Siri.6Reviewsoundguys.com/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026
Sensors and health
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In-ear detection
Yes1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Auto play/pause page.3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 20266Reviewsoundguys.com/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026
Sensors
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Heart rate sensor
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Skin temperature sensing
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Hearing aid feature
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Medical clearances
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Hearing test
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Hearing protection
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Health features
Personal Sound Amplification with customized ambient sound levels2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Personal Sound Amplification with customized ambient sound levels is named in the calls feature text.
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Fit and durability
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Ear tips included
Ear tip materials
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Stabilisers
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Ear tip fit test
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Dust and water rating, buds
IP551Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026IP55 is printed in the specification table. SoundGuys states IP55 for the earbuds.3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026
Dust and water rating, case
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Water resistance depth
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Software
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Companion app
App platforms
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User firmware updates
Finding network
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Precision finding
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Dimensions and weight
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Weight per bud
4.8g(0.2 oz)1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Quick Start Guide lists 4.8 g per earbud (9.6 g combined). TechRadar and SoundGuys list 4.6 g. The maker document is preferred.3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026Specification table lists 4.6 g per earbud. The Quick Start Guide lists 4.8 g and is preferred.
Bud dimensions
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Case weight
Case dimensions
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Certifications
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Hi-Res Audio
Hi-Res Audio Wireless5Press articlesoundguys.com/jbl-live-3-earbuds-107216Read 10 October 2026CES announcement lists High-res audio wireless with LDAC for the Live Buds 3.
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Communication certifications
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FCC IDs
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
JBL Live Buds 3 earbuds, Smart Charging Case, USB Type-C to Type-A charging cable, Ear tips in 4 sizes (XS, S, M, L), Quick Start Guide1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Contents page shows XS, S, M and L ear tips. The Amazon listing lists the Type-C to Type-A cable.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0D3631X1BRead 10 October 2026Listing lists 4 sizes of ear tips, charging case, earbuds and a Type-C to Type-A charging cable.
Earbuds, Charging case, Ear tips (XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL), USB to USB-C charging cable, User manual, Quick guide3Maker product pagetozostore.com/blogs/news/nc3-vs-open-earring-fitness-comparisonRead 20 October 2026Maker blog: 6 pairs of eartips in different sizes. The cable comes from the Pocket Gamer review. Pocket Gamer says the earbuds have no swappable ear cushions, which conflicts with the maker.8Owner's manuals3-us.tozostore.com/tozo/pdfRenderer/web/docs/UserManual/TOZO/NC3.pdfRead 21 October 2026Section 1.0: earbuds with M ear tips fitted, charging case, USB-C cable, extra ear tips, user manual and quick guide.
Cables included
AJBL Live Buds 3
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| USB-C to USB-A charging cable | 1 |
BTOZO NC3
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| USB to USB-C charging cable | 1 |
Links
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Product page
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Spec sheet
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Manual
mm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdf1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026
s3-us.tozostore.com/tozo/pdfRenderer/web/docs/UserManual/TOZO/NC3.pdf8Owner's manuals3-us.tozostore.com/tozo/pdfRenderer/web/docs/UserManual/TOZO/NC3.pdfRead 21 October 2026English section on pages 3 to 12 of the NC3 manual on the maker file server. The manual lists no specification table, Bluetooth version, codec or weight.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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