Bose Quietcomfort Earbuds 2 Vs. Jbl Live Pro 2 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JBL Live Pro 2 IPX5

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 IPX4

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's rating is read as, the first number 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 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

Weight

JBL Live Pro 2 9.6g

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 12.5g

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a weight of 12.5g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

The JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g weigh less than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by -2.9g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds together.

JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the 2 earbuds .

Wingtips Included

JBL Live Pro 2 ✗

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 come with wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Sweat Resistance

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are resistant to sweat

JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's 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 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

ANC makes use of advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.

JBL Live Pro 2 too have ANC making both devices ideal for flights and rush hour travels. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 and JBL Live Pro 2 operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 sit tightly in place, this creates an acoustic covering that tones down background sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Live Pro 2 11mm

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 9.3mm

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a unit size of 9.3mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, 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 usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Live Pro 2 20Hz

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 20Hz

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces 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 produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

JBL Live Pro 2 20,000Hz

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 20,000Hz

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component generates high audible 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

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Live Pro 2 93dB/mW

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✗

SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Live Pro 2's measurement is 93dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

JBL Live Pro 2 10hours

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 6hours

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 requires fewer chargings.

JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is more than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 4 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JBL Live Pro 2 30hours

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 18hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's case has a charge of 18 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables 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 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 12 hours

Charge Time

JBL Live Pro 2 2hours

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 2hours

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery. It is recommended to charge fully 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, equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2

Has Wireless Charging

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✗

JBL Live Pro 2, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case.

JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

JBL Live Pro 2 too use 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

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 v5.3

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, 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 Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, older than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Live Pro 2 10meters

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 10meters

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

Has Aac

JBL Live Pro 2 ✗

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 can provide better results than other codecs at the same 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 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 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

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 reducing interference from other devices.

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Number Of Microphones

JBL Live Pro 2 6only

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 8only

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have 8 microphones.

While the 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 device to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The JBL Live Pro 2 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.

Mic Sensitivity

JBL Live Pro 2 -38dBV/Pa

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The size 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 pick up.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them

The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

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 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support the find earbuds feature.

JBL Live Pro 2 too have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to help you find them.

Supports Fast Charging

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

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 just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

JBL Live Pro 2 2only

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 2only

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 easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

The JBL Live Pro 2 have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another device.

Has A Mute Function

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The JBL Live Pro 2 too have the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

With the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

JBL Live Pro 2 1Years

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✗

The JBL Live Pro 2 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.

Has Voice Prompts

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

The JBL Live Pro 2 also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 come with a special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

JBL Live Pro 2 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	JBL Live Pro 2	Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX5	IPX4
	weight	9.6g	12.5g
	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	9.3mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	93dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	10hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	30hours	18hours
	charge time	2hours	2hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.3
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✗	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	8only
	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	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Bose Quietcomfort Earbuds 2 Vs. Jbl Live Pro 2 Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

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

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Aptx Adaptive

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included