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

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) IPX4

JBL Reflect Aero TWS IP68

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust 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 (sweat).

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.

Compared to the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a rating of IP68 meaning that they are completely dust proof and that of liquids is that, JBL Reflect Aero TWS has a higher liquid rating than Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)

Weight

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 10.6g

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 13g

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a weight of 10.6g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to carry.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS, at 13g are heavier than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) with a difference of 2.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must 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 wires. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds together.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS come with wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.

Sweat Resistance

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

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

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS are both dustproof and water-resistant.

Has Stereo Speakers

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

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.

Both JBL Reflect Aero TWS and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

ANC makes use of advanced technology to actively cancel noise. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero which results in a reduced level of noise.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and JBL Reflect Aero TWS work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces background noise while preventing the device music from leaking out .

Both JBL Reflect Aero TWS, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have passive noise reduction which means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 11mm

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 6.8mm

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 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, the unit size dictates the loudness of the earbuds.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS driver unit is 6.8mm in diameter, which means 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20Hz

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 20Hz

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

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20,000Hz

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 20,000Hz

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 99dB/mW

SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Reflect Aero TWS's measurement is 99dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 6hours

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 8hours

The 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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS'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 time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 24hours

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 16hours

This is given by the vendor, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case has a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours, less than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 8 hours

Charge Time

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 1hours

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 1.5hours

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 for the first time.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 0.5 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) v5.3

JBL Reflect Aero TWS v5.2

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

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 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

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 10meters

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 10meters

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

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

Has Aac

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

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 , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

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Number Of Microphones

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 6only

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 6only

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have 6 microphones.

While the JBL Reflect Aero TWS microphones are 6, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

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

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS support ambient sound mode as well, helpful 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 hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

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

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

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

Supports Fast Charging

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device.

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS support fast charging. It's very 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 just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 2only

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have the mute function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

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 TWS too have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your pockets without a cover may easily damage them.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)	JBL Reflect Aero TWS
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IP68
	weight	10.6g	13g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✗	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	is dust proof and water-resistant	✗	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	6.8mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	✗	99dB/mW
POWER	battery life	6hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	24hours	16hours
	charge time	1hours	1.5hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✗	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.3	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✗
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Vs. Jbl Reflect Aero Tws Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

Sweat Resistance

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

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

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

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

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included