Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation vs. JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation and JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation vs. JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 2.6 cm -
Width 2.5 cm -
Depth 1.9 cm -
Weight 5.8 g 14.6 g Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation are lighter than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 4.6 cm x 7.05 cm x 3.4 cm / 54.4 g
Earbud: 2.5 cm x 1.9 cm x 2.6 cm / 5.8 g
Charging case:
Colour Green | Gold tone | Black | Pink | Grey mist Black | Rose | Blue | White
Body Material Aluminium, silicone, polymer -
Protection - Sweat-resistant, water-resistant, IPX7
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX -
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating Yes - Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Signature Sound Signature Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity 107 dB 96 dB Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation have higher sensitivity than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS.
Impedance 16 Ohm 16 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 94 dB
Diaphragm 5.7 mm 6.8 mm JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS have a thicker diaphragm than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation.
Features - TalkThru technology, Ambient Aware
MICROPHONE Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Sensitivity - -26 dBV/Pascal
REMOTE CONTROL Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Controls - Voice assistant
CABLE Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Cable Type USB charge cable - 1.25 m -
FEATURES Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
BATTERY AND CHARGING Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Battery Type 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging
Battery Capacity 60 mAh 50 mAh Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation have a higher battery capacity than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS.
Battery Life 7 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 35 hours Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 21 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 7 hours
Wireless Charging Standards Qi -
Charging Time 2 hour(s) 2 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
Included Qty 2 2
OTHERS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Included Accessories Pair of Comply foam ear tips, 4 pairs of silicone ear tips (extra small, small, medium, large), charging case (800 mAh) 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), 2 pairs of ear sleeves, USB-C charging cable, charging case (300 mAh)
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
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