Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring 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 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, 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,
Bose SoundSport Free has a lower liquid rating than JBL Live Free 2
Bose SoundSport Free have a weight of 18.2g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.
JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g
are lighter than the Bose SoundSport Free by -8.4g
True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Bose SoundSport Free are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .
JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the pair of 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 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, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The JBL Live Free 2 also have stereo speakers
The Bose SoundSport Free stay well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down your environment noise well as preventing the device music from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively 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, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, its size corellates with 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
, 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 mean that they deliver better quality sound. Bose SoundSport Free's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through.
JBL Live Free 2'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 component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices generate 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. The sound pressure level, something is can be considered differently by separate people, so we need to have a way of getting 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 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 have to charge the device less often. 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 barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the 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. 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 recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods. Bose SoundSport Free have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your device and case.
JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. 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. 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 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. 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 enable the device to filter out background sounds.
If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Bose SoundSport Free support the find earbuds feature. The Bose SoundSport Free support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device.
The JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging. This kind is 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 thirty minutes.
Bose SoundSport Free have a mute function, they have 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 earbuds' microphone, but 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. The JBL Live Free 2 also have a control panel on them. Bose SoundSport Free have voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. JBL Live Free 2 also support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them. Bose SoundSport Free come with their own special pouch.
Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. JBL Live Free 2 also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
