A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ip54

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ipX4

IP ratings refer to the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Scoring IPX4, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value 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 Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a rating of IP54 meaning that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 10.8g

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 8.56g

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a weight of 8.56g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds, at 10.8g are heavier than the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by of 2.24g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds .

Jabra Evolve2 Buds also is true wireless since it has no cables connecting the 2 earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are resistant to sweat

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers, what this means is that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Jabra Evolve2 Buds and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

ANC uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have ANC which makes either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) and Jabra Evolve2 Buds work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) stay tightly in place, creating a sound seal that tones down background noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out .

Both Jabra Evolve2 Buds, and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have passive noise reduction this implies that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 6mm

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 11mm

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the loudness of the device.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds driver unit is 6mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 5mm , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20hz

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 10hz

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) can make sound with a juicier bass than the Jabra Evolve2 Buds

Highest Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20,000hz

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 20,000hz

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component makes high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices produce equal treble

Has A Neodymium Magnet

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✗

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have neodymium magnets, if used in earbuds produce a higher sensitivity and substantial sound output using less power to do so. They can help generate music at quite a high sound pressure level, with the use of high magnetic flux.

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Battery Life

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 10hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 6hours

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. 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.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's battery life is more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 4 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 21hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 30hours

This is given by the vendor, and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s case is said to have a charge of 30 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours, less than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 9 hours

Charge Time

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 0.3hours

It requires 0.3 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 1.7 hours

Battery Power

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✗

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 20mah

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery power is 20mAh, battery power, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.

Has Wireless Charging

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a supported charging pad.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

Jabra Evolve2 Buds v5.2

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) v5

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, newer than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20meters

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 10meters

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a maximum range of 20meters, longer than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 10meters

Has Aac

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) will work well with your iPhone. If you are planning on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

Audio Latency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✗

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 144ms

Latency refers to the time it takes for the audio signal to be transmitted to your earbuds. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a latency of 144ms, a lower latency reduces audio lag and is particularly important when playing games or watching videos.

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Number Of Microphones

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 6only

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 6only

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have 6 microphones.

While the Jabra Evolve2 Buds microphones are 6, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.

Highest Mic Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 8,000hz

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest mic frequency is 8,000Hz, high frequencies are best for recording treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is known as its upper limiting frequency.

Lowest Mic Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 80hz

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest mic frequency is 80Hz, low frequencies are best for picking up bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a find earbuds feature.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds also have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the device app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2only

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 2only

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call without missing notifications from another connected device.

Has A Mute Function

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

With the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2years

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 1years

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 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 following instruction manuals.

When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a warranty period of 2Years, more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 1 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover can easily damage them.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Jabra Evolve2 Buds	Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	ip54	ipX4
	weight	10.8g	8.56g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	6mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20hz	10hz
	highest frequency	20,000hz	20,000hz
	has a neodymium magnet	✗	✓
POWER	battery life	10hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	21hours	30hours
	charge time	2hours	0.3hours
	battery power	✗	20mah
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✗
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	20meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	audio latency	✗	144ms
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	highest mic frequency	8,000hz	✗
	lowest mic frequency	80hz	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✗
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2years	1years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Has A Neodymium Magnet

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Battery Power

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Audio Latency

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Highest Mic Frequency

Lowest Mic Frequency

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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