A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Jabra Evolve2 Buds IP54

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX IP57

IP ratings is the rating of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IP57, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's rating is read as, the first value of 5 denotes that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety, and the second number of 7 means that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes.

In comparison to the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a rating of IP54 meaning that they both have the same rating against dust and that of liquids is that, Jabra Evolve2 Buds has a lower liquid rating than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX

Weight

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 10.8g

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 12g

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a weight of 12g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds, at 10.8g are lighter than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by -1.2g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires linking any part of the device together, Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .

Jabra Evolve2 Buds also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the pair of earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX are resistant to sweat

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have stereo speakers, what this means is that Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Jabra Evolve2 Buds and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

ANC makes use of advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your commute or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX stay well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces background noise and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out at the same.

Both Jabra Evolve2 Buds, and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have passive noise reduction which implies that both reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 6mm

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 9.2mm

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a unit size of 9.2mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds driver unit is 6mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 3.2mm , many people have a misconception 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20Hz

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20Hz

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20000Hz

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20000Hz

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device produces high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this means that both devices produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 10hours

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 8hours

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery life is 8 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's battery life is more than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 2 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 21hours

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20hours

This is given by the vendor, and the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's case has a full charge of 20 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours, more than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 1 hours

Charge Time

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2hours

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 1.5hours

It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 0.5 hours

Battery Power

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 70mAh

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery power is 70mAh, battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.

Has Wireless Charging

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a supported charging pad.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Jabra Evolve2 Buds v5.2

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX v5.2

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20meters

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 10meters

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a maximum range of 20meters, longer than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 10meters

Has Aac

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 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.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX will work well with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 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

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 6only

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 6only

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have 6 microphones.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds microphones are 6, equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

Highest Mic Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 8000Hz

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest mic frequency is 8000Hz, high frequencies are best for picking up treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency.

Lowest Mic Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 80Hz

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest mic frequency is 80Hz, low frequencies are best for picking up bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing them

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2only

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 2only

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support 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 Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another device.

Has A Mute Function

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too support this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2Years

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 3Years

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a warranty period of 3 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a warranty period of 2Years, less than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 1 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX come with their own special case. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them in your pockets without a casing can easily damage them.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Jabra Evolve2 Buds	Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP54	IP57
	weight	10.8g	12g
	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	6mm	9.2mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20000Hz	20000Hz
POWER	battery life	10hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	21hours	20hours
	charge time	2hours	1.5hours
	battery power	✗	70mAh
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	20meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✗	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	highest mic frequency	8000Hz	✗
	lowest mic frequency	80Hz	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✗
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2Years	3Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

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

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

Highest Mic Frequency

Lowest Mic Frequency

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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