IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX4, the Bose SoundSport Free's rating is read as, the first value 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,
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 best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g
weigh less than the Bose SoundSport Free with a difference -8.4g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Bose SoundSport Free are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds .
JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the two earbuds together. The Bose SoundSport Free come with wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to each 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 good for use during 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 JBL Live Free 2 and Bose SoundSport Free have stereo speakers
The Bose SoundSport Free sit tightly in place, this creates an acoustic covering that tones down background sounds well as preventing the device voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both JBL Live Free 2, and Bose SoundSport Free have passive noise reduction which implies that both limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
Bose SoundSport Free driver unit is 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 earbuds, its size corellates with the sound produced by 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
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound. Bose SoundSport Free's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular 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 make sound with equal bass
The Bose SoundSport Free's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device generates high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
JBL Live Free 2'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, 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 persons, so we need to have the means to get 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 usually 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 earbuds, 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 manufacturer, 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 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 unused for long 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 status of your device and charging case. JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
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. 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 be found in your bag, Bose SoundSport Free have a find earbuds feature.
Bose SoundSport Free support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. Also the JBL Live Free 2 too 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 just thirty minutes. The Bose SoundSport Free have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The JBL Live Free 2 too support this function. It means that you can 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 functions are supported on the earbuds.
JBL Live Free 2 too have a control panel on them. The Bose SoundSport Free support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
JBL Live Free 2 also have voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. Bose SoundSport Free come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
JBL Live Free 2 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
