IP ratings refer to the rating of protection given by a casing, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's rating for solids indicates 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. Compared to the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, 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,
JBL Live Pro 2 has a higher liquid rating than Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a weight of 12.5g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
The JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g
are lighter than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 with a difference -2.9g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds .
JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the pair of earbuds together. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have sweat resistance
JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both JBL Live Pro 2 and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have stereo speakers
ANC utilises advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out.
In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise. JBL Live Pro 2 too have ANC which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes.
Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 stay tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size determines 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 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 1.7mm
, a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device produces high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal treble
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery life is 6 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 have to charge the device less often. JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is
more than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 4 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 have shorter listening time.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's case is said to have a full charge of 18 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself. JBL Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 12 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery.
It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your device and case.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. JBL Live Pro 2 too support USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. JBL Live Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
older than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. JBL Live Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 will work well with your iPad. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 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).
JBL Live Pro 2 support APTX Adaptive as well which implies that both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio from other devices. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have 8 microphones.
JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6,
less than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The JBL Live Pro 2 too use a noise-canceling microphone.
This is useful in noisy environments. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
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, for example when you’re having a jog but still want to be able to hear traffic. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .
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.
When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support the find earbuds feature. The JBL Live Pro 2 also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to help you find them.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device. The JBL Live Pro 2 too support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The JBL Live Pro 2 support multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another connected device. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The JBL Live Pro 2 also have the mute function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. With the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a control panel on them. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 come with a special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a casing can easily damage them.
JBL Live Pro 2 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
