Tour One M3

"The sound is very well balanced, but can definitely pack a punch if you change the eq settings."

Users report excellent and well-balanced sound, with the ability to further enhance it through EQ settings and spatial audio features.

"In my opinion the blue is the best looking colour and it doesn't pick up finger prints as easily as the black version."

While the blue color is noted as not picking up fingerprints easily, overall build quality was not a significant discussion point.

"Best in class call quality (I'm very impressed with the background noise cancellation during calls)"

Call quality is highlighted as 'best in class' with impressive background noise cancellation, making it a standout feature.

"No Voice prompts as originally mentioned in specifications (the ability to control the headphones using your voice)"

While features like improved transparency mode, spatial audio, and gesture controls are praised, the absence of advertised voice prompts and the overly sensitive 'speak to chat' detract from the experience.

"The sound quality is below average for the M3, although it manages to produce a slightly better sound than the M2. Overall, it sounds confident but lackluster."

The stock sound quality is frequently described as lackluster, bland, or boring, though it can be significantly improved with EQ adjustments, indicating good underlying hardware but poor default tuning.

"Upon first putting on the JBL Tour One M3, I immediately found them to be one of the most comfortable headphones I’ve tested."

Users consistently praise the comfort of the JBL Tour One M3, highlighting their lightweight design, plush padding, and suitability for long listening sessions without discomfort.

"The JBL Tour One M3 delivers a whopping 55 hours and 37 minutes of playback with ANC on. That’s not a typo: that’s what we measured in our standardized testing."

The battery life is a standout feature, with reviewers consistently reporting exceptionally long playback times, far exceeding most competitors.

"The JBLs don’t quite look or feel like expensive cans. There’s a lot of plastic used in the build, and it’s a cheaper-feeling material than the more seamless and higher-quality build of the Sony WH-1000XM6."

While functional and lightweight, the build quality is frequently criticized for using too much plastic and not feeling as premium or luxurious as similarly priced competitors.

"The M3 offers some of the clearest calls in the group, making it a potential contender for those seeking an online meeting partner or for regular phone chats with friends."

Call quality is generally praised as clear and impressive, even in noisy environments, though some minor degradation or 'tunnel' sound was occasionally noted.

"The JBL Tour One M3 is an inventive set of ANC headphones that keep getting better. At $399.95, the JBL Tour One M3 costs less than the Sony XM6 ($449.99) and significantly less than the AirPods Max ($549). For that price, you get best-in-class battery life, more connectivity options than any competitor, matched ANC performance, and a sound that rewards minimal EQ effort."

The headphones offer a wide array of features, including excellent connectivity options and the unique Smart Tx transmitter, though some features are considered niche or less polished.

"The JBLs, especially the vocals, sounded clearer to my ears."

Users frequently praise the sound quality, noting clear vocals, detailed mids and treble, and clean bass, often preferring it over competitors like Sony.

"BEST $400 range wireless noise cancellation headphones for big and pointy ears with big oval plush cushions that are deep enough to let your ears breathe."

The headphones are noted as being comfortable for those with large ears due to deep earcups, though some find them heavier than competitors and earcups can cause sweating.

"Jbl has better battery life."

Battery life is generally considered good and a strong point compared to some competitors.

"That plastic looks so cheap and scratchy."

Multiple users describe the plastic as looking and feeling cheap, with some questioning the durability of the hinges and overall aesthetic.

"Don' t be afraid to say that the JBL is best in class in the mic department, so it is the more obvious choice if you optimise for phone calls"

The microphone quality is consistently lauded as best-in-class, making the headphones an obvious choice for users prioritizing phone calls.

"The best selling point of this headphone for me is being able to wire it type C to type C to your phone and enjoy quality sound and its way more louder when wired."

Features like the Auracast transmitter and USB-C wired listening are appreciated, though some view the transmitter as a gimmick and the extra screen as unnecessary.