IP ratings is the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX4, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids 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 Wave 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
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a weight of 8.56g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.
The JBL Wave Buds, at 9g
weigh more than the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) with a difference of 0.44g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. JBL Wave Buds also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the two earbuds together.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are resistant to sweat
JBL Wave Buds'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 Wave Buds and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers
ANC uses advanced technology to actively cancel noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it.
In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. JBL Wave Buds too have ANC making either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels.
Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) stay well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that tones down your environment sounds well as preventing the device sound from leaking out at the same. Both JBL Wave Buds, and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the sound produced by the device. JBL Wave Buds driver unit is 8mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 3mm
, as many tend to believe 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 deliver better quality sound. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) produce a juicier bass than the JBL Wave Buds
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component makes high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
JBL Wave Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can 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 for a single charge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. JBL Wave Buds's battery life is
more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 2 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time.
The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s case has 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 recharging the case itself.
JBL Wave Buds's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours,
less than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 6 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 Wave Buds takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 1.7 hours
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the device, you just put down on a compatible charging pad. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.
JBL Wave Buds too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to determine 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 enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. JBL Wave Buds has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. JBL Wave Buds have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the 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.
Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar 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 iPad. 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 JBL Wave 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. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have 6 microphones.
The JBL Wave Buds microphones are 2,
less than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound. The JBL Wave Buds too use a noise-canceling microphone.
Especially useful in noisy environments. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .
The JBL Wave Buds support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a find earbuds feature.
The JBL Wave Buds too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to locate them. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. JBL Wave Buds support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. The 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 JBL Wave 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 and not miss notifications from another device. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The JBL Wave Buds also support the mute function.
The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. The JBL Wave Buds 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 that has followed instruction manuals. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
JBL Wave Buds also support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the device. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) come with a special case. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them in your pockets without a cover can easily damage them.
JBL Wave Buds also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
