IP ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Bose SoundSport Free's rating for solids indicates 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
Bose SoundSport Free have a weight of 18.2g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
Beats Studio Buds, at 5.1g
are lighter than the Bose SoundSport Free by -13.1g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, Bose SoundSport Free are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds together. Beats Studio Buds also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the two earbuds .
Bose SoundSport Free have 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.
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, what this means is that Bose SoundSport Free's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Beats Studio Buds and Bose SoundSport Free have stereo speakers
The Bose SoundSport Free sit well in place, creating a sound seal that tones down your environment sounds well as preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both Beats Studio Buds, and Bose SoundSport Free have passive noise reduction which means that both reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
The Bose SoundSport Free driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound made by the device. 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
, 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. The Bose SoundSport Free's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Beats Studio Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
Bose SoundSport Free's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.
Beats Studio Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can generate 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. Beats Studio Buds's sound pressure level measurement is 100.5dB/mW.
How loud something is can be taken differently by separate persons, so we need to have the means to get a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. 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 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.
Beats Studio Buds's battery life is
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 3 hours
. Every 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 no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the manufacturer, and Bose SoundSport Free's case is said to have a charge of 10 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge 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 charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods.
Beats Studio Buds takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 0.5 hours
The Bose SoundSport Free have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your device and charging case. Beats Studio Buds too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
Bose SoundSport Free have Bluetooth version of 4.1, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, 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
Bose SoundSport Free have 2 microphones. Beats Studio Buds microphones are 6,
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise. If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Bose SoundSport Free have a find earbuds feature.
Beats Studio Buds also have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you locate them. Bose SoundSport Free support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. Beats Studio Buds too 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 can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes. Bose SoundSport Free have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Beats Studio Buds also support this function.
It means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. With the Bose SoundSport Free, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. 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, say if there is a problem with the connection. Beats Studio Buds also have voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.
The Bose SoundSport Free come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Beats Studio Buds also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
