IP ratings is the rating 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 say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of 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, Beats Studio Buds 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 take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
Beats Studio Buds, at 5.1g
are lighter than the Bose SoundSport Free with a difference -13.1g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Bose SoundSport Free are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. Beats Studio Buds also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds .
Bose SoundSport Free have wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Bose SoundSport Free have sweat resistance
Beats Studio Buds's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, 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 Beats Studio Buds and Bose SoundSport Free have stereo speakers
Bose SoundSport Free stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that reduces your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. Both Beats Studio Buds, and Bose SoundSport Free have passive noise reduction which implies that they limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
The Bose SoundSport Free driver unit is 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size determines the loudness of the earbuds. Beats Studio Buds driver unit is 8.2mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 1.8mm
, many people have a misconception 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 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 frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it. Beats Studio Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The Bose SoundSport Free's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component makes high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.
Beats Studio Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can generate equal treble
SPL, is the pressure level 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. Beats Studio Buds's sound pressure level measurement is 100.5dB/mW.
The sound pressure level, something is can be considered differently by separate people, so we need to have a way of getting an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. The Bose SoundSport Free's battery life is 5 hours, these last less than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
Beats Studio Buds's battery life is
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 3 hours
. Each 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. This is given by the vendor, and Bose SoundSport Free's case has a charge of 10 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself. Beats Studio Buds's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours,
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 6 hours
It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Bose SoundSport Free's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
Beats Studio Buds takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 0.5 hours
Bose SoundSport Free have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case. Beats Studio Buds too have a battery level indicator, these allow you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, 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 close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Beats Studio Buds has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Bose SoundSport Free
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Bose SoundSport Free have a 9.1meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Beats Studio Buds have a maximum range of 10meters,
longer than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 0.9meters
The Bose SoundSport Free have 2 microphones. The Beats Studio Buds microphones are 6,
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 4
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise. If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Bose SoundSport Free have a find earbuds feature.
Beats Studio Buds also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the device app on your phone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you locate them. Bose SoundSport Free support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds. Also the Beats Studio Buds 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. The Bose SoundSport Free have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Beats Studio Buds also support the mute function.
The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. The Bose SoundSport Free, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Beats Studio Buds too have a control panel on them.
The Bose SoundSport Free support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. Beats Studio Buds too support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.
Bose SoundSport Free come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your bag without a cover can easily damage them. Beats Studio Buds also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
