IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means 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 for solids indicates 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, JBL Live Free 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Live Free 2 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 transport.
The JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g
weigh less than the Bose SoundSport Free by -8.4g
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Bose SoundSport Free are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds .
JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the pair of earbuds together. 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 more secure fit.
Bose SoundSport Free have sweat resistance
JBL Live Free 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during 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 JBL Live Free 2 and Bose SoundSport Free have stereo speakers
Bose SoundSport Free stay well in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background noise and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that they tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
Bose SoundSport Free have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the device. JBL Live Free 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 1mm
, 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply 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 device produces low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it. JBL Live Free 2'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 shows how well an audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.
JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices produce equal treble
SPL, is the pressure level 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. JBL Live Free 2's sound pressure level measurement is 102dB/mW.
How loud a device is can be taken differently by different persons, so we need to have a way of getting an objective 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 for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
JBL Live Free 2's battery life is
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 2 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 no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the vendor, and the Bose SoundSport Free's case is said to have 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 recharging the case itself. JBL Live Free 2's charging case has a battery life of 28 hours,
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 18 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.
The Bose SoundSport Free have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your device and charging case. JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
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. JBL Live Free 2 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.
JBL Live Free 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
longer than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 0.9meters
Bose SoundSport Free have 2 microphones. While the JBL Live Free 2 microphones are 6,
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 4
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise. If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Bose SoundSport Free have a find earbuds feature.
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. The JBL Live Free 2 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 is 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 JBL Live Free 2 also have the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's 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 earbuds.
JBL Live Free 2 also have a control panel on them. Bose SoundSport Free support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
The JBL Live Free 2 too support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. The Bose SoundSport Free come with their own special case. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your bag without a casing may easily damage them.
JBL Live Free 2 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
