Bose Soundsport Free Vs. Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Review

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

Scoring IPX4, the Bose SoundSport Free's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 4 means 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 SoundSport Free, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids The Bose SoundSport Free have a weight of 18.2g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), at 10.6g weigh less than the Bose SoundSport Free with a difference -7.6g True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Bose SoundSport Free are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds . The Bose SoundSport Free come with wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit. Bose SoundSport Free are resistant to sweat Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc Bose SoundSport Free have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and Bose SoundSport Free have stereo speakers Bose SoundSport Free stay well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment sounds well as preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out . Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), and Bose SoundSport Free have passive noise reduction this implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. The Bose SoundSport Free have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, its size determines the loudness of the device.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 1mm , many people have a misconception 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 imply that they deliver better quality sound. Bose SoundSport Free's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices make sound with equal bass Bose SoundSport Free's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device generates high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal treble The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, Bose SoundSport Free's measurement is 98dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

The Bose SoundSport Free's battery life is 5 hours, these last less than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 1 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time.

The effect is barely 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 the Bose SoundSport Free's case has a charge of 10 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 14 hours It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Bose SoundSport Free's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 1 hours Bose SoundSport Free 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 earbuds and case. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. The Bose SoundSport Free have Bluetooth version of 4.1, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of Bose SoundSport Free . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Bose SoundSport Free have a 9.1meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters, longer than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 0.9meters The Bose SoundSport Free have 2 microphones.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) microphones are 6, more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 4 . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds. When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Bose SoundSport Free support the find earbuds feature. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have the find earbuds feature.

Simply use the device app on your phone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you find them. Bose SoundSport Free support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Bose SoundSport Free have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

With the Bose SoundSport Free, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have a control panel on them. Bose SoundSport Free have voice prompts.

With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds. Bose SoundSport Free come with their own special case.

Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.