IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX4, the Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. Compared to the Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro, JBL Live Pro 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Live Pro 2 has a higher liquid rating than Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have a weight of 12g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.
The JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g
are lighter than the Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro with a difference -2.4g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds .
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro come with wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro are resistant to sweat
JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both JBL Live Pro 2 and Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have stereo speakers
ANC uses more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time.
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro stay well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces background noise well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have a unit size of 10.6mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the loudness of the earbuds. JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro by 0.4mm
, a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device makes high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro generate a clearer and crispier treble than the JBL Live Pro 2
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's measurement is 92dB/mW.
Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. JBL Live Pro 2's sound pressure level measurement is 93dB/mW. How loud something is can be perceived differently by different persons, so we need to have the means to get a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is
more than that of Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro by 2 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time.
The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the manufacturer, and the Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's case is said to have a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.
JBL Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro by 6 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the device, you simply put down on a supported charging pad. JBL Live Pro 2 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds. Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery.
Its lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
JBL Live Pro 2 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Live Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. JBL Live Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro will work well with your MacBook.
If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro support LDAC, a codec developed by Sony
which allows streaming high-resolution audio over Bluetooth connections at up to 990 kbps at 32 bit/96 kHz. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, providing high-resolution audio.
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have 6 microphones. JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. JBL Live Pro 2 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have a find earbuds feature.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to find them. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds. Also the JBL Live Pro 2 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster.
For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
The JBL Live Pro 2 have a multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another connected device. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The JBL Live Pro 2 also have this function.
The mute function means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. JBL Live Pro 2 also have a control panel on them.
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals. When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs. JBL Live Pro 2 have a warranty period of 1Years,
equal to that of the Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
.
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have voice prompts meaning the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds. Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro come with their own special pouch.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your bag without a casing can easily damage them. JBL Live Pro 2 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
