IP ratings is the level of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IP57, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's rating for solids indicates 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 value 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, JBL Live Free 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Live Free 2 has a lower liquid rating than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a weight of 12g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
The JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g
are lighter than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX with a difference -2.2g
True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the 2 earbuds .
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have sweat resistance
JBL Live Free 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have stereo speakers, what this means is that Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both JBL Live Free 2 and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have stereo speakers
ANC uses more advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise.
ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero which results in a reduced level of noise.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.
The JBL Live Free 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both earbuds ideal for flights and morning travels. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX and JBL Live Free 2 work with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX sit tightly in place, creating a sound covering that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out .
Both JBL Live Free 2, and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a unit size of 9.2mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound made by the device. JBL Live Free 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 1.8mm
, 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 indicate that they deliver better quality sound. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component produces high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can generate equal treble
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. 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 Live Free 2's battery life is
less than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time.
The effect is barely 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 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's case has a full charge of 20 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.
JBL Live Free 2's charging case has a battery life of 28 hours,
more than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 8 hours
It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the device, you simply put down on a supported charging pad. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your device and case.
JBL Live Free 2 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. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. JBL Live Free 2 too have USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have Bluetooth version of 5.2, 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 Live Free 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. JBL Live Free 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar 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 iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
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).
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have 6 microphones. JBL Live Free 2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the desired sound. The JBL Live Free 2 too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The JBL Live Free 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a multipoint of 2 connections, this 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. The JBL Live Free 2 have a multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another device.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The JBL Live Free 2 too support this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. JBL Live Free 2 too have a control panel on them. 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.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The JBL Live Free 2 also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. JBL Live Free 2 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
