JBL Live Pro 2
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Beats Fit Pro
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Category | Features | JBL Live Pro 2 | Beats Fit Pro |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX5 | IPX4 |
weight | 9.6g | 11.2g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✗ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 11mm | 9.5mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 93dB/mW | 101.3dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 10hours | 7hours |
battery life of charging case | 30hours | 21hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1hours | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✗ | ✓ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✓ | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 6only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
mic sensitivity | -38dBV/Pa | ✗ | |
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 | 1Years | 1Years | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings is the rating of protection given by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
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 the second value of 4 means 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
The Beats Fit Pro have a weight of 11.2g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g are lighter than the Beats Fit Pro with a difference -1.6g For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, Beats Fit Pro are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds . JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the 2 earbuds together. The Beats Fit Pro come with 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.
Beats Fit Pro are resistant to sweat JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc Beats Fit Pro have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both JBL Live Pro 2 and Beats Fit Pro have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out.
In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero therefore "diluting" the noise.
Beats Fit Pro have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. JBL Live Pro 2 too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for flights and morning travels.
Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that suits your commute or that suites your relaxation time. Beats Fit Pro sit tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down background noise and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The Beats Fit Pro have a unit size of 9.5mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.
The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the device. 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 yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.
Beats Fit Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal bass The Beats Fit Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it adjustments 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 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 something is can be considered differently by separate people, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.
The 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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is more than that of Beats Fit Pro by 3 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time.
The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the manufacturer, and Beats Fit Pro's case has a full charge of 21 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging 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 It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Beats Fit Pro's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Beats Fit Pro by 1 hours Beats Fit Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. The Beats Fit Pro support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
JBL Live Pro 2 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. The Beats Fit Pro have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, 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. 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 Beats Fit Pro 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 Beats Fit Pro 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 Beats Fit Pro have 6 microphones. The JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Beats Fit Pro . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
Beats Fit Pro have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the desired sound. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.
Beats Fit Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic. Beats Fit Pro support 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 saving battery life. If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Beats Fit Pro have a find earbuds feature.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your device to find them. The Beats Fit Pro support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds. Also the JBL Live Pro 2 support fast charging. It's very 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 thirty minutes. 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. For example, you can easily 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 without missing notifications from another device. The Beats Fit Pro have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The JBL Live Pro 2 too support the mute function.
It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk. The Beats Fit Pro, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The JBL Live Pro 2 also have a control panel on them.
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 that has followed 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 . The Beats Fit Pro have voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The JBL Live Pro 2 also have voice prompts meaning the device will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them. Beats Fit Pro come with their own special case.
Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily damage them. JBL Live Pro 2 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.