Overall Score 6.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 6 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | JBL Live Free 2 | Bose SoundSport Free |
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DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX5 | IPX4 |
weight | 9.8g | 18.2g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✗ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✗ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 11mm | 10mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 102dB/mW | 98dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 7hours | 5hours |
battery life of charging case | 28hours | 10hours | |
charge time | ✗ | 2hours | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✗ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v4.1 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 9.1meters | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 2only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✗ | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✗ |
has find earbuds feature | ✗ | ✓ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | 2only | ✗ | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as 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 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, 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 take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
The JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g are lighter than the Bose SoundSport Free by -8.4g True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Bose SoundSport Free are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds together. JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds . The Bose SoundSport Free come with wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.
Bose SoundSport Free have sweat resistance JBL Live Free 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good 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, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both JBL Live Free 2 and Bose SoundSport Free have stereo speakers The Bose SoundSport Free stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both JBL Live Free 2, and Bose SoundSport Free have passive noise reduction which means that they reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
The Bose SoundSport Free have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the loudness of the earbuds. 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 , 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. The Bose SoundSport Free's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
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 makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.
JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices produce 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. JBL Live Free 2's sound pressure level measurement is 102dB/mW.
The sound pressure level, a device is can be considered differently by separate persons, so we need to have the means to get 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 for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, 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 device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, 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 a longer battery life enables 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 charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
Bose SoundSport Free have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging state of your device and charging case. JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, 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 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. Bose SoundSport Free have a 9.1meters distance to connect 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. 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 device to filter out noise. When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Bose SoundSport Free have a find earbuds feature.
The Bose SoundSport Free support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device. JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. The Bose SoundSport Free have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The JBL Live Free 2 too have this function. The mute function 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.
JBL Live Free 2 also have a control panel on them. Bose SoundSport Free support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
JBL Live Free 2 too have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them. The Bose SoundSport Free come with their own special case. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them in your pockets without a cover can easily damage them.
JBL Live Free 2 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.