Overall Score 8.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
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 rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. 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 protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring 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
Beats Fit Pro have a weight of 11.2g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.
The JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g weigh less than the Beats Fit Pro with a difference -1.6g True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Beats Fit Pro are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds . JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the two earbuds . 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. Beats Fit Pro are resistant to sweat JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during 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, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both JBL Live Pro 2 and Beats Fit Pro have stereo speakers ANC uses advanced technology to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.
The Beats Fit Pro have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise. JBL Live Pro 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that enhances your relaxation time.
The Beats Fit Pro stay well in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out . Both JBL Live Pro 2, and Beats Fit Pro have passive noise reduction which means that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. Beats Fit Pro driver unit is 9.5mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the sound made by 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 usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. Beats Fit Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces 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 means that both devices make sound with equal bass Beats Fit Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it. JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices 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. The sound pressure level, something is can be taken differently by separate persons, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. 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 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 . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
This is given by the vendor, and the Beats Fit Pro's case has a full charge of 21 hours. A charging case with more battery hours 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 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 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. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your device and charging case.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery. 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 have USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. The Beats Fit Pro have Bluetooth version of 5, 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 Live Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, newer than that of Beats Fit Pro . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Beats Fit Pro have a 10meters distance to connect 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 used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Beats Fit Pro 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.
Beats Fit Pro have 6 microphones. While the JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Beats Fit Pro . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise. The Beats Fit Pro have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the desired sound.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments. The Beats Fit Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.
Beats Fit Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The JBL Live Pro 2 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Beats Fit Pro support the find earbuds feature.
The JBL Live Pro 2 also have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the device app on your phone to play a sound from your earbuds to locate them. Beats Fit Pro support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Also the JBL Live Pro 2 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster.
For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. Beats Fit Pro 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 seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
The JBL Live Pro 2 have a 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 coming from another connected device. 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 also support the mute function.
It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice. With 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 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 . Beats Fit Pro support voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The JBL Live Pro 2 also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. Beats Fit Pro come with their own special pouch.
Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover may easily damage them. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.