Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'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 Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), JBL Reflect Aero have a rating of IP68 meaning that
they are completely dust proof
and that of liquids is that,
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) has a lower liquid rating than JBL Reflect Aero
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a weight of 8.56g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
The JBL Reflect Aero, at 13g
are heavier than the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by of 4.44g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
JBL Reflect Aero also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the 2 earbuds .
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are resistant to sweat
JBL Reflect Aero's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both JBL Reflect Aero and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers
ANC utilises advanced technology to actively cancel noise.
ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.
The JBL Reflect Aero too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) and JBL Reflect Aero operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) stay well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that reduces background noise well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.
Both JBL Reflect Aero, and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have passive noise reduction which means that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the sound made by the device.
JBL Reflect Aero driver unit is 6.8mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 4.2mm
, 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
JBL Reflect Aero's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) can make sound with a juicier bass than the JBL Reflect Aero
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device produces high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Reflect Aero's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal treble
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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
JBL Reflect Aero's battery life is
more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 2 hours
. Each 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 have shorter listening time. This is given by the manufacturer, and the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s case is said to have a full charge of 30 hours.
A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself. JBL Reflect Aero's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours,
less than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 14 hours
It takes 0.3 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
JBL Reflect Aero takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 1.2 hours
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply place down on a supported charging pad. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case. JBL Reflect Aero too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Reflect Aero has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. JBL Reflect Aero have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) will work well with your iPhone.
If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have 6 microphones. The JBL Reflect Aero microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The JBL Reflect Aero too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a find earbuds feature. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
The JBL Reflect Aero support fast charging. This kind is 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.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a 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 Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The JBL Reflect Aero also support the mute function. It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. With the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
JBL Reflect Aero too have a control panel on them. 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. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The JBL Reflect Aero too have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) come with their own special case.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily damage them. JBL Reflect Aero too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
