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JBL - Tune Buds 2 - TRUE Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Earbuds - 2026 - Turquoise
Average customer rating
3.7
(55 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 55 reviews
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Customer Reviews for JBL - Tune Buds 2 - TRUE Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Earbuds - 2026 - Turquoise
Customer Rating
5
JBL Tune Buds 2!
on February 10, 2025
Posted by: DonH
from Medford, Oregon
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got these earbuds to wear to work and while working out etc. I chose these because of their features and small size. They don’t get in the way of my bike helmet but they’re easy to get to when you need to use the tap control features. The JBL Headphones App allows adjustments and personalization for music playback and making phone calls. After I chose the correct size ear tips I had no problem keeping them comfortably in my ears and naturally block out ambient noise. The active noise cancelling works very well too. It will allow music only, or music and outside sounds like voices, or only outside sounds so you don’t have to take them off when you want to talk to someone. The sound is excellent as you’d expect from JBL. Full deep bass, clear mids, and nice crispy treble. Sending and receiving clear stereo phone calls is simple too. Battery life is great. I can use them all through my shift at work with no problem and after a quick boost from the charging case, I can use them all day. Nice work JBL! I highly recommend these earbuds!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Superior Sound, Comfort and Noise Cancellation
on February 7, 2025
Posted by: huancayo
from Pleasant Grove, Utah
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As expected with JBL audio products, the sound quality of these Tune Buds 2 is superb — full, clear and well balanced with crisp highs, natural mids and proportional bass at all volume levels. There’s no artificial “hyper” bass like some cheap brands use to fake a big sound at the expense of true sound quality. Even better, you can use the companion JBL Headphones app to create a custom EQ profile that totally suits your listening preference. I was especially impressed by the “Personi-Fi” hearing profile test conducted by the app on setup. It really did a great job of analyzing the weak points in my hearing profile and applying automatic adjustments to compensate. In my case, some of the higher frequencies were re-shaped and emphasized in a way that really enhances the audio quality in the frequency ranges where I have some hearing loss, making the whole listening experience quite improved and personalized.
Added noise canceling really makes a difference in creating a pristine listening experience. When activated, my surroundings virtually disappear allowing me to more deeply experience my favorite music in minute detail. I find noise canceling is most effective at canceling steady droning sounds, like fans and engine noises. For times when sound isolation is not desired or would compromise safety, I can change modes to "Ambient Aware" and the earbuds will actively blend the environmental sound with my audio allowing me to stay connected with my surroundings. I find this useful for outdoor exercise or public shopping where ambient awareness is necessary for safety and courtesy.
These earbuds are very comfortable and stay in well. I found the pre-installed medium sized tips to be just right for my comfort, and I have worn them for many hours at a time with no fatigue. Some people report they prefer earbuds with a stem for staying in place better, but I have no problem with these “dot” style earbuds staying in place very well. The touch controls are easy to navigate once you get the hang of the single-tap, multi-tap, and long-tap gestures, and the touch controls can be further customized with the JBL Headphones app to suit your preferences. I find the larger flat surface of this design also creates a more ample touch surface that is easier to trigger than stem earbuds. This makes the touch controls less fickle and more pleasant to use.
Phone call audio quality is excellent, and people I call tell me that the outgoing audio is clear and natural sounding. I have other earbuds where the microphone quality seems a bit compromised and the sound quality is a bit "off”. But these Tune Buds 2 appear to have really risen to the next level with outstanding microphone quality.
As stated, sound quality is where these earbuds shine, and overall, I’m thrilled with my new JBL Tune Buds 2 noise cancelling earbuds and find my music enjoyment has been taken to a new level. Highly recommended!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
JBL Tune Buds 2 are a solid performer!
on February 6, 2025
Posted by: Steven S
from Atlanta, GA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I recently switched to the JBL Tune Buds 2, and they have transformed my listening experience. Connecting the JBL Tune Buds 2 to my phone was a breeze. They pair quickly and maintain a stable connection without any hassle. They instantly showed up in my JBL app and from there I was able to tweak eq settings which even offered a “Extreme Bass” setting which was definitely extreme. I setup touch/tap controls for both music as well as calls.
Charging & Battery Life: One of the most impressive features is the fast charging and long battery life. With my previous earbuds, I had to charge them every night. Now, I can go days without worrying about battery depletion. The fast-charging capability is a game-changer—around 10-20 minutes of charge, and I'm good to go for hours.
Comfort & Fit: These earbuds are perfect for gym enthusiasts like me. They come with 3 different ear tip sizes for a custom fit. I don't have to constantly adjust them during workouts. They stay put through intense exercises and don't cause any discomfort.
Sound Quality: The sound quality is what truly sets these guys apart. These earbuds boast spatial sound as well as pure bass and offer a rich, deep bass and crystal-clear audio, making my music and calls sound fantastic. The noise-canceling feature is top-notch, effectively blocking out ambient noise and letting me immerse myself in the music. There is also “Ambient Aware” mode so you can hear what’s going on around you while listening to your music as well as “Talk Thru” which not only lowers music very low but amplifies your ambient sounds for conversation.
If you are in the fence for a well rounded earbud without breaking the bank, pull the trigger on these. They are solid performers, built like a tank and have thunderous bass for their portability.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
hits most of the features i'm looking for
on February 5, 2025
Posted by: linsanity
from Glen Allen, VA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First, I appreciate the minimal packaging. The outside box is busy with text and icons.
Both buds came in 80% charged which I really appreciated. Quick start instructions were just enough to get started - though I had to look twice on how to pair a second device.
Both buds came in 80% charged which I really appreciated. Quick start instructions were just enough to get started - though I had to look twice on how to pair a second device.
One thing I noticed right off the bat is that the charging base can lay flat on its back but can also balance (and spin) upright. It's a pleasure to hold in the hand with smooth corners all around. Glad it's using standard USB-C port.
After connecting to my iphone I proceeded to the app and noticed the person-ifi feature. Wish I knew it would take a whole five minutes to test my hearing range (frequency and amplitude). I proceeded to put on a podcast and finish washing the dishes. The noise cancelling function worked fine and controls were easy to access. The fit is much better than another pair of non-JBL buds I was wearing earlier in the day.
After connecting to my iphone I proceeded to the app and noticed the person-ifi feature. Wish I knew it would take a whole five minutes to test my hearing range (frequency and amplitude). I proceeded to put on a podcast and finish washing the dishes. The noise cancelling function worked fine and controls were easy to access. The fit is much better than another pair of non-JBL buds I was wearing earlier in the day.
Then I put on put on some Youtube (Rick Beato - Producer reacts to crazy instagram musicians) while playing with the equalizer in the JBL app. Very nice.
I also have a pair of JBL live buds 3 and found I don't really use the LCD screen all that much so I haven't missed too much from the lack of it in this unit. All the features and more can be had from the JBL app.
Taking the pair to some workouts , I couldn't get a good secure fit when doing some HIIT. The left unit had a good fit but might right one needed re-adjusting - I probably need to replace it with the larger earbud tip.
Trying to switch between two devices isn't as seemless…I would hit play on my iphone and it would resume my PC's video. To be fair I've seen this on numerous non-JBL devices as well so it could be Bluetooth protocol.
There was one evening that the charging unit let out a long beep - is it its way to say it needs charging? If so it's quite ungentle.
At the time of this writing I've misplaced my set. While there is a Find-my-buds feature, my buds looks to have disconnected from the phone when placed in the charging case - which makes sense. I wish it could be more Tile-like and show a last known location and time-stamp.
Overall I'm very pleased with the sound quality and noise cancelation. Charging case isn't overly huge so easy to slip in ones pocket.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Good sound quality, issue with connection
on February 5, 2025
Posted by: taro
from Sacramento CA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The shape of these earphones is slightly different from the JBL TourPro 3, which may have impacted the effectiveness of the active noise cancelling feature. The earpiece is also a bit smaller than prior designs, which is beneficial for medium-sized ears, making them more comfortable to wear for extended periods compared to the TourPro 3. The overall sound quality is good, with a clear separation in the mid-range frequencies without significant bass booming at lower frequencies.
There are issues with firmware v3.8.0 that every 3 days or so one of the earbud will drop its connection to the phone, it never recovers until we put the bud back to case.
There are issues with firmware v3.8.0 that every 3 days or so one of the earbud will drop its connection to the phone, it never recovers until we put the bud back to case.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
Wow, just…WOW!
on February 5, 2025
Posted by: Subman
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have never been overly impressed with the sound and fit of earbuds. Typically there was (for me) a lack of real sound quality as well as the issue of a tight, and comfortable, fit.
That has all changed with the advent of my JBL Tune Buds 2 that i received a few days ago.
Impressive and dynamic sound as well as a fit that doesn't seem unnatural or ‘loose’.
Let’s start with the bottom end, and I mean a REAL bottom end! Music bass is tight and natural and when watching some of my favorite sci-fi flicks, the sound effects were nothing short of spectacular!
The synthesized distortion effects in the soundtrack were delightfully detailed and powerful.
The high end was breathtakingly detailed (as I have come to expect from JBL after over forty years of using both their professional, as well as consumer end, products here in the St. Louis Mo metro area) and brilliant.
I was completely caught off-guard by the noise-canceling function…. Very cool! The ability to switch between noise-canceling as well as hearing ambient sound is a nice feature.
As a musician, I really like using these earbuds as opposed to headphones due to the limitations of even wireless headphone units. So much freedom in the studio as well as comfort!
If I could, I would give these earbuds a 6 out of 5!
Once again, JBL proves to me what real sound reproduction is all about!!!
I have already recommended these to some of my friends who are wanting something better than what they currently are using!
I do have one complaint, however. And, it has nothing to do with the product. It is the way that user ‘manuals’ are printed so small and use ‘pictures’ to show how to operate various functions…
Not a fan…🙃
That has all changed with the advent of my JBL Tune Buds 2 that i received a few days ago.
Impressive and dynamic sound as well as a fit that doesn't seem unnatural or ‘loose’.
Let’s start with the bottom end, and I mean a REAL bottom end! Music bass is tight and natural and when watching some of my favorite sci-fi flicks, the sound effects were nothing short of spectacular!
The synthesized distortion effects in the soundtrack were delightfully detailed and powerful.
The high end was breathtakingly detailed (as I have come to expect from JBL after over forty years of using both their professional, as well as consumer end, products here in the St. Louis Mo metro area) and brilliant.
I was completely caught off-guard by the noise-canceling function…. Very cool! The ability to switch between noise-canceling as well as hearing ambient sound is a nice feature.
As a musician, I really like using these earbuds as opposed to headphones due to the limitations of even wireless headphone units. So much freedom in the studio as well as comfort!
If I could, I would give these earbuds a 6 out of 5!
Once again, JBL proves to me what real sound reproduction is all about!!!
I have already recommended these to some of my friends who are wanting something better than what they currently are using!
I do have one complaint, however. And, it has nothing to do with the product. It is the way that user ‘manuals’ are printed so small and use ‘pictures’ to show how to operate various functions…
Not a fan…🙃
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
Big Sound, Strong ANC, and Great Value
on February 5, 2025
Posted by: Harish22
from CA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The JBL Tune Buds 2 are standout true wireless earbuds, ideal for anyone who loves deep bass and solid noise cancellation without spending a fortune. They offer impressive sound quality for their price, with powerful lows, balanced mids, and sharp highs, making them great for everything from music to podcasts.
Designed to be lightweight and comfortable, they’re easy to wear for extended periods. However, some users might struggle to get a perfect fit, which can affect the effectiveness of the noise cancellation. While the active noise cancellation (ANC) isn’t quite at the level of premium brands like Sony or Bose, it does a good job of reducing background noise like chatter or light traffic.
Battery life is a major plus, delivering around 11 hours of playtime on a single charge, with extra power from the charging case—perfect for long days on the go. The Bluetooth connection is reliable, and the multipoint feature makes it easy to switch between devices like your phone and laptop.
The JBL Headphones app adds extra value, letting you fine-tune the EQ settings and adjust noise-canceling levels to your preference.
All in all, if you’re looking for earbuds with great sound, dependable battery life, and effective ANC without a hefty price tag, the Tune Buds 2 are a strong choice. Just make sure to find the right fit to get the best performance.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
JBL Tune Buds 2: A Worthy Upgrade for Music Lovers
on February 4, 2025
Posted by: Andis73
from Hawaii Honolulu
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I previously had an older pair of JBL Tune Buds and liked them, but I was ready for an upgrade. I decided to try the JBL Tune Buds 2, and they’ve been a fantastic choice.
The sound quality is excellent, with deep bass and crisp highs. The Spatial Audio enhances the listening experience, making music and movies more immersive. They fit comfortably, and while they can loosen a bit if I move around a lot, a quick adjustment keeps them secure.
The touch controls take a little practice, but I found them really convenient once I got used to them. I like being able to pause music, adjust volume, and control noise cancellation with just a tap, no need to reach for my phone.
The Adaptive Noise Cancelling works surprisingly well for earbuds. While it doesn’t block everything like over-ear headphones, it definitely reduces background noise, making calls and music much clearer.
Battery life is another big plus. I’ve never run them down entirely in one day. A quick charge in the case keeps them powered up, so they’re always ready to go.
Overall, the JBL Tune Buds 2 is a great upgrade. It offers solid sound, effective noise cancellation, and long battery life, all at a reasonable price. I highly recommend it!
The sound quality is excellent, with deep bass and crisp highs. The Spatial Audio enhances the listening experience, making music and movies more immersive. They fit comfortably, and while they can loosen a bit if I move around a lot, a quick adjustment keeps them secure.
The touch controls take a little practice, but I found them really convenient once I got used to them. I like being able to pause music, adjust volume, and control noise cancellation with just a tap, no need to reach for my phone.
The Adaptive Noise Cancelling works surprisingly well for earbuds. While it doesn’t block everything like over-ear headphones, it definitely reduces background noise, making calls and music much clearer.
Battery life is another big plus. I’ve never run them down entirely in one day. A quick charge in the case keeps them powered up, so they’re always ready to go.
Overall, the JBL Tune Buds 2 is a great upgrade. It offers solid sound, effective noise cancellation, and long battery life, all at a reasonable price. I highly recommend it!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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