A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JBL Live Pro 2 IPX5

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) IPX4

IP ratings is the level 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 means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Scoring IPX4, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 Pro (2nd Gen), 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, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) has a lower liquid rating than JBL Live Pro 2

Weight

JBL Live Pro 2 9.6g

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 10.6g

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a weight of 10.6g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

The JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g are lighter than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by -1g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .

JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the pair of earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are resistant to sweat

JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The JBL Live Pro 2 also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

ANC makes use of more advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. 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 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.

The JBL Live Pro 2 too have ANC which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and JBL Live Pro 2 operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) stay well in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down your environment sounds while preventing the device voice audio from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both reduce ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Live Pro 2 11mm

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 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 produces sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Live Pro 2 20Hz

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20Hz

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

JBL Live Pro 2 20000Hz

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20000Hz

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component produces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Live Pro 2 93dB/mW

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Live Pro 2's measurement is 93dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

JBL Live Pro 2 10hours

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 6hours

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is 6 hours, a device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chanrgings.

JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 4 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, 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.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JBL Live Pro 2 30hours

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 24hours

This is given by the vendor, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case is said to have a charge of 24 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 Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours, more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 6 hours

Charge Time

JBL Live Pro 2 2hours

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Live Pro 2's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods.

Battery Power

JBL Live Pro 2 65mAh

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

JBL Live Pro 2's battery capacity is 65mAh, battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.

Has Wireless Charging

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.

JBL Live Pro 2 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your device and case.

JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

JBL Live Pro 2 v5.2

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) v5.3

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

JBL Live Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, older than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Live Pro 2 10meters

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 10meters

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

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

Has Aac

JBL Live Pro 2 ✗

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. 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 Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

JBL Live Pro 2 6only

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 have 6 microphones.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

The JBL Live Pro 2 too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.

Mic Sensitivity

JBL Live Pro 2 -38dBV/Pa

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The magnitude of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the earbud microphone can pick up.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing them

The JBL Live Pro 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 jog but still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .

The JBL Live Pro 2 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support the find earbuds feature.

The JBL Live Pro 2 also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the device app on your phone to play an alarm from your earbuds to locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

Also the JBL Live Pro 2 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

JBL Live Pro 2 2only

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

The JBL Live Pro 2 have a 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.

Has A Mute Function

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The JBL Live Pro 2 too have this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

JBL Live Pro 2 1Years

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

The JBL Live Pro 2 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.

Has Voice Prompts

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

The JBL Live Pro 2 also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a cover may easily damage them.

JBL Live Pro 2 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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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

Sound Pressure Level

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

Has Aptx Adaptive

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

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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