Headphones
JBL Vibe Beam 2 Noise Cancelling Earbuds
$39.00
$64.95 -40%
Price captured 2026-09-22 · check Amazon for the current price.
A budget ANC earbud with Smart Ambient technology for dialing in exactly how much outside noise to let through.
Price history
Editor scores (0–10) — not a manufacturer spec.
| Type | In-ear (earbuds) |
|---|---|
| Noise cancellation | ✓ Yes |
| Battery life | 10 hr |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
| Weight | 49.6 g |
| Water resistance | Water Resistant (no specific IP rating published) |
| Mic included | ✓ Yes |
| Foldable | — |
Editor's take
JBL's budget ANC earbuds pair 8mm drivers with Smart Ambient noise control and 4 mics for calls, rated 10 hours per charge (40 hours total with the case, ANC off) at $39 with 7,184 reviews at 4.1 stars.
The Vibe Beam 2 uses 8mm dynamic drivers — noticeably smaller than the 16-40mm drivers found in most over-ear headphones in this comparison, as is typical for compact true-wireless earbuds. Active Noise Cancellation is paired with Smart Ambient technology, letting you dial in exactly how much outside sound to let through without removing an earbud. Four microphones (two per earbud) target call clarity.
Amazon's spec table confirms 10 hours of playtime per charge with ANC off, extending to a claimed 40 hours total using the charging case's three additional full charges (30 hours) — worth noting that figure specifically assumes ANC is off, since active noise cancellation typically reduces battery life. Bluetooth 5.3 and a confirmed 49.6g weight round out the spec sheet. Water resistance is listed generically as 'Water Resistant' without a specific IPX number.
With 7,184 reviews at 4.1 stars, it has a solid, sizeable review base, though the rating itself is on the lower end compared to several other budget options in this batch. At $39, discounted from $64.95, it undercuts most other ANC earbuds scraped in this comparison.
Pros
- 7,184 reviews — a solid, sizeable review base for a budget earbud
- Smart Ambient technology lets you dial in exactly how much outside sound comes through
- Confirmed 49.6g weight and Bluetooth 5.3
- $39 price undercuts most other ANC earbuds in this comparison
Cons
- 4.1-star rating is on the lower end compared to several other budget options in this batch
- The 40-hour total battery figure specifically requires ANC to be turned off
- Only a general 'Water Resistant' claim — no specific IPX rating published
- Smaller 8mm drivers than most over-ear alternatives in this comparison
Ideal for: Budget shoppers who want ANC earbuds with adjustable ambient sound and don't need premium noise-cancelling performance.
Reviews
7,184 reviews averaging 4.1 out of 5 — a solid, sizeable but not top-tier rating.
