The JBL Vibe Beam earbuds are shown in their charging case, with the JBL logo prominently displayed on the front.

JBL Vibe Beam: lightweight build and comfort win reviewers

Reviewers praise comfortable fit and useful app features, while critics note sound quality remains underwhelming.

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Specifications

Driver Size
8 mm
Driver Sensitivity
100 dB (1 kHz/1 mW)
Dynamic Frequency Response Range
20 Hz – 20 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
Charging Case Weight
1.4 oz / 39.5 g
Earpiece Weight
0.3 oz / 8.8 g
Bluetooth Frequency Range
2.4 GHz – 2.4835 GHz
Bluetooth Profiles
A2DP V1.3, AVRCP V1.6, HFP V1.7
Bluetooth Modulation Schemes
GFSK, π/4 DQPSK, 8DPSK
Bluetooth Transmitter Power
<15 dBm
Bluetooth Version
5.2
Charging Case Battery Life (max hours)
24 h
Charging Time (empty to full)
2 h
Maximum Playtime per Earbud
8 h
Total Battery Life (earbuds + case)
32 h (8 h + 24 h)
Speed Charge Time for 2 h
10 min
IP Code – Earbuds
IPX54
IP Code – Charging Case
IPX2
TalkThru Feature
Yes
True Wireless
Yes
Ambient Aware
Yes
Built‑in Microphone
Yes
Charging Cable Included
USB Type‑C
Charging Case Included
Yes
Hands‑Free Call Support
Yes
Rechargeable Battery
Yes
Speed Charge Capability
Yes
Touch Control on Earbuds
Yes
Water Resistance
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
JBL Headphone App Compatibility
Yes
Control Type
Touch Control
Battery Life per Earbud (max)
8 h
Charging Case Battery Capacity
24 h total with earbuds
Bluetooth Frequency Band
2.4 GHz

Photos

The JBL Vibe Beam earbuds are shown in a black charging case with the JBL logo embossed on it, viewed from an angle that highlights both the earbuds and the case.
Two black JBL earbuds are shown side by side, highlighting their design and the JBL logo on each.
Two black earbuds are shown side by side, highlighting their design and texture.
A black earbuds case with a USB-C charging port on the back.

What reviewers say

  • The review praises the JBL Vibe Beam for its affordability, comfortable fit, intuitive touch controls, and useful transparency mode, while noting that the default sound profile feels odd and that using certain features requires the companion app.

    www.soundguys.com ↗
  • The RTINGS.com review describes the JBL Vibe Beam as a budget-friendly, lightweight in‑ear pair that offers useful features such as Ambient Aware and TalkThru modes via the JBL Headphones app. It highlights their IP56 dust/water resistance, good microphone quality, and easy controls, while noting drawbacks like lack of ANC, limited multi‑device pairing, and potential fit issues for some ears.

    www.rtings.com ↗
  • The review describes the JBL Vibe Beam earbuds as disappointing overall, citing poor sound quality as the main flaw while noting acceptable comfort, decent battery life, and useful app features for their price. The author concludes they are not a strong option for listeners prioritizing audio performance but may be considered by budget‑conscious buyers who value affordability over sound.

    www.techgearlab.com ↗
  • Mashable’s review finds the JBL Vibe Beam earbuds to be a solid budget option with good battery life, comfortable fit, and useful features like speed‑charge and customizable EQ. However, the reviewer notes that the sound quality—especially bass and high frequencies at higher volumes—is underwhelming compared to other brands, and the charging case feels cheap. The companion app is described as clunky and not fully integrated with other JBL products.

    mashable.com ↗
  • The Device Diary review praises the JBL Vibe Beam 2 for its exceptional battery life (up to 40 hours total), affordable yet effective active noise cancelling, signature deep bass sound, solid build with an IP54 rating, and versatile multi‑device connectivity. The reviewer highlights the earbuds’ lightweight stick‑style design, comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes, and the value of included customization via the JBL Headphones app.

    devicediary.blog ↗
  • The review praises the JBL Vibe Beam earbuds for their good sound quality, long battery life, and built‑in equalizer, noting they are a solid choice for commuting.

    www.headphonedungeon.com ↗
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