Wireless earbuds · Ranked #12 of 31 · Best for smart case features

JBL Tour Pro 3

82
Well liked
Average of 6 professional reviews
6 of 6 recommend it · critics agree
Where the 6 reviews landedRange 80–90

Exact average 82.0 · all scores printed by the outlets

JBL Tour Pro 3Image: JBL

6 professional reviewers tested the JBL Tour Pro 3, and 6 recommend it. Most praised: sound quality and noise cancelling. Most common complaint: fit and comfort.

Reviewed by Trusted Reviews, CNET, What Hi-Fi? and 3 more

The catch: The sound is safe, and spatial audio and noise cancelling trail rivals.

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What 6 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 90
    Trusted ReviewsHands-on review · 2025

    A big improvement on the Tour Pro 2 with excellent noise cancelling and calls.

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  2. 82
    CNETHands-on review · 2026

    Once overpriced, they are now easier to recommend after price drops and firmware updates, with accurate sound and very good calls.

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  3. 80
    What Hi-Fi?Hands-on review · 2024

    A commendable flagship with solid, spacious sound, strong features and good calls.

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  4. 80
    TechRadarHands-on review · 2024

    Packed with features, but the cheaper JBL Live Beam 3 offers much of the same, making these a harder sell.

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  5. 80
    Tom's GuideHands-on review · 2024

    Feature-rich earbuds whose smart case and sound personalisation make them great value.

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  6. 80
    Expert ReviewsHands-on review · 2024

    Improved sound and noise cancelling plus a better case make a feature-rich package.

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"Est." means the outlet printed no score, so we estimated one from its verdict and checked our estimates against ratings outlets print. How we check estimates

What critics praise most

Sound quality4 of 6
Noise cancelling2 of 6

What critics dislike most

Fit and comfort2 of 6
Controls and app2 of 6

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Common questions

Is the JBL Tour Pro 3 worth it?

Most critics think so: 6 of 6 recommend it. The sound is safe, and spatial audio and noise cancelling trail rivals.

Do critics agree about the JBL Tour Pro 3?

Critics agree: scores range from 80 (What Hi-Fi?) to 90 (Trusted Reviews), a spread of 10 points across 6 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.

What do critics dislike about the JBL Tour Pro 3?

Fit and comfort (2 of 6 reviews), Controls and app (2 of 6 reviews).

What is the best alternative to the JBL Tour Pro 3?

The Sony WF-C710N (critic score 94), top pick, narrowly.