Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. 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).
Having a value of IPX4, the Bose SoundSport Free'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 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 prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro, at 10.8g
weigh less than the Bose SoundSport Free with a difference -7.4g
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Bose SoundSport Free are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds together. Jabra Elite 7 Pro also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the 2 earbuds together.
The Bose SoundSport Free 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. Bose SoundSport Free have sweat resistance
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal 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 independent 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
The Bose SoundSport Free sit tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out .
Both Jabra Elite 7 Pro, and Bose SoundSport Free have passive noise reduction which implies that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.
Bose SoundSport Free have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, the unit size dictates the loudness of the earbuds. 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
, 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 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 inidcates how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal bass
The Bose SoundSport Free's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device generates high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal treble
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured 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 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. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's battery life is
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 4 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, 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 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. 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 requires 2 hours to fully charge the Bose SoundSport Free's battery.
It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods. Bose SoundSport Free have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you determine 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 transfers 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 connecting 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 earbuds to filter out noise.
When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Bose SoundSport Free have a find earbuds feature. Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to locate them.
Bose SoundSport Free support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, only 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 earbuds.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too 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 functions are supported on the device.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a control panel on them. Bose SoundSport Free have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds. The 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 damage them.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
