In India’s fiercely competitive true wireless stereo (TWS) market, the new JBL Tour Pro 3 leapfrogs the competition to deliver what could be the best sound experience available in 2025. But it’s not just exceptional audio that makes these earbuds stand out; they’re packed with innovative features, including a smart touchscreen charging case, cutting-edge adaptive noise cancellation, and personalized audio tuning, putting them ahead of rivals from Sony, Apple, and Sennheiser.
The Tour Pro 3 impresses from the moment you open the box. Each earbud houses a powerful hybrid dual-driver system; a 10.2mm dynamic driver for deep bass and mids, and a balanced armature for crisp highs. The case itself is a game-changer: a 1.57-inch touchscreen display lets you control playback, ANC, and even customize wallpapers and settings, all without touching your phone. The build is sturdy, dust and water-resistant (IP55), and available in elegant Black and Latte shades.
What truly sets the Tour Pro 3 apart is its studio-grade audio. Thanks to LDAC support and Hi-Res Audio certification, these buds deliver expansive, detailed, and immersive sound vibrant bass, clear vocals, and articulate highs. Whether it’s classical, hip-hop, or podcasts, the clarity and depth shine through. JBL’s Personi-fi 3.0 lets you tailor the sound precisely for your ears, even calibrating each one individually for a truly custom profile
The inclusion of JBL Spatial 360 Sound with head tracking puts you in the center of the music great for watching movies or gaming, while the dual-driver architecture ensures separation and detail few rivals match.
Control music, switch sound modes, check battery, personalize wallpapers, and even transmit audio from AUX/USB-C/airplane systems directly from the case. The case supports Auracast for wireless sharing and can function as a standalone dongle. Adaptive noise cancellation 2.0 measures ambient noise 50,000 times a second, expertly blocking distractions. Transparency and talk-through modes sound natural, making quick conversations seamless.
Six-mic setup with Crystal AI eliminates wind and background noise, ensuring crystal-clear calls. Features like Personal Sound Amplification boost voices by up to +20dB. Up to 44 hours total playback (11h buds + 33h case) with ANC off, or 32 hours with ANC on; a quick 11-minute charge delivers 3 hours of use. Both wireless and USB-C charging are supported.
Swift Pair, multipoint connectivity for two devices, and compatibility across Android & iOS. The earbuds come with five silicone and foam ear tip sizes for optimal fit.
Every feature works as advertised: intuitive touch controls, seamless switching between devices, stable Bluetooth 5.3 connection, and a comfortable fit. Those who travel often will appreciate the smart case’s ability to work as an audio transmitter connect it to a plane’s in-flight system or a gym machine, and enjoy the sound wirelessly.
If there’s any nit to pick, it’s the slightly bulky design the case, while futuristic, is larger than most competitors’, and the earbuds themselves are a bit chunky. However, this is a small trade-off for the sheer feature set and performance. The launch price of ₹29,999, currently discounted to ₹19,999, positions it squarely in the premium segment.
