Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Vs. Jbl Live Free 2 Review

IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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. In comparison to the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), JBL Live Free 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 Free 2 has a higher liquid rating than Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a weight of 10.6g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

The JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g weigh less than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by -0.8g True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together. JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the two earbuds together.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are resistant to sweat JBL Live Free 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 Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The JBL Live Free 2 also have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it.

In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. JBL Live Free 2 too have ANC which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour commutes.

Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) stay well in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces your environment sounds well as preventing the device sound from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.

The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound made by the device. JBL Live Free 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making both devices similar in how loud their sound gets , 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 yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it. JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can generate equal treble Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 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 Live Free 2's battery life is more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 1 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening 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 vendor, and the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself. JBL Live Free 2's charging case has a battery life of 28 hours, more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 4 hours It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery.

It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case. JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. JBL Live Free 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, older than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

JBL Live Free 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) will work well with your iPad. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have 6 microphones.

While the JBL Live Free 2 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The JBL Live Free 2 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone.

Especially useful in noisy environments. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them The JBL Live Free 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears . When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a find earbuds feature.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device. JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging.

This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.

For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The JBL Live Free 2 support multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another device. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The JBL Live Free 2 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 Pro (2nd Gen), so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

JBL Live Free 2 also have a control panel on them. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

The JBL Live Free 2 also have voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a cover can easily damage them.

JBL Live Free 2 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.