Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Vs. Jbl Reflect Aero Review

IP ratings is the level of protection offered by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection 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 Reflect Aero have a rating of IP68 meaning that they are completely dust proof and that of liquids is that, JBL Reflect Aero 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 for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

JBL Reflect Aero, at 13g are heavier than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by of 2.4g True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. JBL Reflect Aero also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the two earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are resistant to sweat JBL Reflect Aero's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers, what this means is that Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The JBL Reflect Aero also have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation uses more advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. The JBL Reflect Aero too have ANC making both devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and JBL Reflect Aero work with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that you prefer for travel or that enhances your chill time.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) stay well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down background noise and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out . Both JBL Reflect Aero, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have passive noise reduction which means that both limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size corellates with the loudness of the device.

JBL Reflect Aero driver unit is 6.8mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 4.2mm , 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 yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

JBL Reflect Aero's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices make sound with equal bass Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. JBL Reflect Aero's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can produce 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 before recharge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

JBL Reflect Aero's battery life is more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 2 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case has a charge of 24 hours.

A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself. JBL Reflect Aero's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours, less than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 8 hours It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods.

JBL Reflect Aero takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 0.5 hours Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery.

The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your device and charging case. JBL Reflect Aero too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, 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 close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

JBL Reflect Aero has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, older than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 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 can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Being 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. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have 6 microphones. The JBL Reflect Aero microphones are 6, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The JBL Reflect Aero too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds The JBL Reflect Aero support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears . When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a find earbuds feature. 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 charge a device. Also the JBL Reflect Aero 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 Pro (2nd Gen) support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The JBL Reflect Aero too have the mute function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but 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 functions are supported on the earbuds. JBL Reflect Aero also have a control panel on them. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support voice prompts.

With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The JBL Reflect Aero too support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with a special case.

Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your bag without a cover can easily damage them. JBL Reflect Aero too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.