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

IP ratings is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX4, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s rating is read as, the first value of X denotes 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 Reflect Aero have a rating of IP68 meaning that they are completely dust proof and that of liquids is that, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) has a lower liquid rating than JBL Reflect Aero Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a weight of 10.6g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.

The JBL Reflect Aero, at 13g are heavier than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) with a difference of 2.4g For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds . JBL Reflect Aero also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are resistant to sweat JBL Reflect Aero's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , 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, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The JBL Reflect Aero also have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation utilises advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise.

How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and 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 therefore "diluting" the noise.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.

The JBL Reflect Aero too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) sit well in place, creating a sound covering that reduces background noise while preventing the earbuds music from leaking out . Both JBL Reflect Aero, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

The 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 determines 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 usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. JBL Reflect Aero's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices produce equal bass The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component generates high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

JBL Reflect Aero's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble The 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 commonly 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 device, they get a little less playing time.

The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the manufacturer, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case has a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge 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 takes 1 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. 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 The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging.

To charge the device, you simply put down on a supported charging pad. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.

JBL Reflect Aero too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. 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 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.

The 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.

Because 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 fine with your MacBook. 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. The JBL Reflect Aero microphones are 6, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the desired sound.

The JBL Reflect Aero too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound 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 but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a find earbuds feature. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging.

Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device. JBL Reflect Aero support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster.

Say, 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, the multipoint 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.

The 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 are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

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 device. JBL Reflect Aero also have a control panel on them. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have voice prompts.

Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. The JBL Reflect Aero also support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with a special case.

Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. JBL Reflect Aero also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.