Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of 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, Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a rating of IP57 meaning that
ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety
and that of liquids is that,
Jabra Elite 7 Pro has a higher liquid rating than Bose SoundSport Free
The Bose SoundSport Free have a weight of 18.2g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to transport.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro, at 10.8g
weigh less than the Bose SoundSport Free with a difference -7.4g
For a device to be true wireless it must 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 difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds .
Jabra Elite 7 Pro also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the two earbuds .
Bose SoundSport Free have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. Bose SoundSport Free are resistant to sweat
Jabra Elite 7 Pro'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 Jabra Elite 7 Pro and Bose SoundSport Free have stereo speakers
Bose SoundSport Free stay tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces your environment sounds while preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that they tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. The Bose SoundSport Free driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound produced by the device. Jabra Elite 7 Pro driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 4mm
, 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 it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.
The 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. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal bass
Bose SoundSport Free's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio device generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can generate equal treble
The sound pressure level, 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. 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 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.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's battery life is
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 4 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, 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. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Bose SoundSport Free's case has a full charge of 10 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours,
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 14 hours
It takes 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.
Bose SoundSport Free have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your device and case. Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
The 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. Jabra Elite 7 Pro 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 to connect via Bluetooth.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
longer than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 0.9meters
Bose SoundSport Free have 2 microphones. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro microphones are 8,
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 6
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise. If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Bose SoundSport Free support the find earbuds feature.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to locate them. Bose SoundSport Free support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro 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 thirty minutes. Bose SoundSport Free have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too 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 access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a control panel on them.
Bose SoundSport Free support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.
The Bose SoundSport Free come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
