KEF M500 vs. JBL TUNE 500BT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of KEF M500 and JBL TUNE 500BT. 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

KEF M500 vs. JBL TUNE 500BT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF M500 JBL TUNE 500BT
Product Type Headset - wired Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 208 g 155 g JBL TUNE 500BT are lighter than KEF M500 headphones.
Colour Classic Blue | White | Pink | Black
Body Material Aluminium alloy -
Earpad Material - Polyurethane leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone -
SOUND QUALITY KEF M500 JBL TUNE 500BT
Headphones Form Factor On-ear On-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Pure Bass
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 32 mm KEF M500 have a thicker diaphragm than JBL TUNE 500BT.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE KEF M500 JBL TUNE 500BT
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
REMOTE CONTROL KEF M500 JBL TUNE 500BT
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, pair mode, voice assistant
CABLE KEF M500 JBL TUNE 500BT
Cable Type 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES KEF M500 JBL TUNE 500BT
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Now
BATTERY AND CHARGING KEF M500 JBL TUNE 500BT
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 300 mAh
Battery Life - 16 hour(s)
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS KEF M500 JBL TUNE 500BT
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) -
OTHERS KEF M500 JBL TUNE 500BT
Included Accessories Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter Charging cable
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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