Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating
JBL Live Pro 2
IPX5
Beats Fit Pro IPX4
Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX4, the Beats Fit Pro'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 Beats Fit Pro, JBL Live Pro 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
Beats Fit Pro has a lower liquid rating than JBL Live Pro 2
Weight
JBL Live Pro 2
9.6g
Beats Fit Pro 11.2g
The Beats Fit Pro have a weight of 11.2g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to carry.
JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g
are lighter than the Beats Fit Pro by -1.6g
Has No Wires Or Cables
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Beats Fit Pro are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds .
JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the pair of earbuds .
Wingtips Included
JBL Live Pro 2
✗
Beats Fit Pro ✓
Beats Fit Pro have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.
Sweat Resistance
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
Beats Fit Pro have sweat resistance
JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Has Stereo Speakers
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
Beats Fit Pro have stereo speakers, what this means is that Beats Fit Pro's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The JBL Live Pro 2 also have stereo speakers
Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
ANC utilises more advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.
The Beats Fit Pro have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The Beats Fit Pro and JBL Live Pro 2 operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that enhances your relaxation time.
Has Passive Noise Reduction
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
The Beats Fit Pro sit well in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces background noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out .
Both JBL Live Pro 2, and Beats Fit Pro have passive noise reduction which means that both reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
Driver Unit Size
JBL Live Pro 2
11mm
Beats Fit Pro 9.5mm
The Beats Fit Pro have a unit size of 9.5mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the loudness of the earbuds.
JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Beats Fit Pro by 1.5mm
, as many tend to believe 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 imply that they deliver better quality sound.
Lowest Frequency
JBL Live Pro 2
20Hz
Beats Fit Pro 20Hz
Beats Fit Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
Highest Frequency
JBL Live Pro 2
20,000Hz
Beats Fit Pro 20,000Hz
The Beats Fit Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component makes high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.
JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal treble
Sound Pressure Level
JBL Live Pro 2
93dB/mW
Beats Fit Pro 101.3dB/mW
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, Beats Fit Pro's measurement is 101.3dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
JBL Live Pro 2's sound pressure level measurement is 93dB/mW. How loud a device is can be taken differently by separate people, so we need to have the means to get a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.
Battery Life
JBL Live Pro 2
10hours
Beats Fit Pro 7hours
Beats Fit Pro's battery life is 7 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 Live Pro 2's battery life is
more than that of Beats Fit Pro by 3 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing 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.
Battery Life Of Charging Case
JBL Live Pro 2
30hours
Beats Fit Pro 21hours
The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Beats Fit Pro's case is said to have a full charge of 21 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
JBL Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of Beats Fit Pro by 9 hours
Charge Time
JBL Live Pro 2
2hours
Beats Fit Pro 1hours
It takes 1 hours to fully charge the Beats Fit Pro's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods.
JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Beats Fit Pro by 1 hours
Has Wireless Charging
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✗
The JBL Live Pro 2, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.
Has A Battery Level Indicator
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
The Beats Fit Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your earbuds and case.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
Has Usb Type-C
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
Beats Fit Pro support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
Bluetooth Version
JBL Live Pro 2
v5.2
Beats Fit Pro v5
Beats Fit Pro have Bluetooth version of 5, 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 Live Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Beats Fit Pro
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Maximum Bluetooth Range
JBL Live Pro 2
10meters
Beats Fit Pro 10meters
Beats Fit Pro have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
JBL Live Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Beats Fit Pro
Has Aac
JBL Live Pro 2
✗
Beats Fit Pro ✓
Beats Fit Pro support AAC, a codec that is 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 Beats Fit Pro will work well with your iPad. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
Has Aptx Adaptive
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✗
The JBL Live Pro 2 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
Number Of Microphones
JBL Live Pro 2
6only
Beats Fit Pro 6only
The Beats Fit Pro have 6 microphones.
The JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Beats Fit Pro
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise.
Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
Beats Fit Pro have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.
Mic Sensitivity
JBL Live Pro 2
-38dBV/Pa
Beats Fit Pro ✗
The JBL Live Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The amount of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the earbud microphone can recognize.
Has Ambient Sound Mode
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
The Beats Fit Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing them
The JBL Live Pro 2 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 be able to hear traffic.
Has In/On-Ear Detection
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
Beats Fit Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .
The JBL Live Pro 2 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.
Has Find Earbuds Feature
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Beats Fit Pro support the find earbuds feature.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you find them.
Supports Fast Charging
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
Beats Fit Pro support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device.
JBL Live Pro 2 too 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 is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.
Multipoint Count
JBL Live Pro 2
2only
Beats Fit Pro 2only
The Beats Fit Pro have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
The JBL Live Pro 2 support multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Beats Fit Pro
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another device.
Has A Mute Function
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
Beats Fit Pro have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The JBL Live Pro 2 also support the mute function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.
Control Panel Placed On A Device
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
The Beats Fit Pro, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have a control panel on them.
Warranty Period
JBL Live Pro 2
1Years
Beats Fit Pro 1Years
The Beats Fit Pro have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.
If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. JBL Live Pro 2 have a warranty period of 1Years,
equal to that of the Beats Fit Pro
.
Has Voice Prompts
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
Beats Fit Pro support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
JBL Live Pro 2 too support voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device.
Travel Bag Is Included
JBL Live Pro 2
✓
Beats Fit Pro ✓
The Beats Fit Pro come with their own special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a cover may easily damage them.
JBL Live Pro 2 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
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