IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that 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 value 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, JLab Go Air Pop have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
they both have the same rating against liquids
Bose SoundSport Free have a weight of 18.2g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
JLab Go Air Pop, at 7.4g
weigh less than the Bose SoundSport Free by -10.8g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Bose SoundSport Free are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds .
JLab Go Air Pop also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the two earbuds .
The Bose SoundSport Free come with wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit. Bose SoundSport Free are resistant to sweat
JLab Go Air Pop's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, 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.
The JLab Go Air Pop also have stereo speakers
The Bose SoundSport Free stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces your environment sounds while preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that they reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. The Bose SoundSport Free have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the loudness of the earbuds. JLab Go Air Pop driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which means 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 imply 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 device generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. JLab Go Air Pop's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
The Bose SoundSport Free's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. JLab Go Air Pop's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices generate 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. JLab Go Air Pop's sound pressure level measurement is 103dB/mW. The sound pressure level, something is can be considered differently by separate people, 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 before recharge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. JLab Go Air Pop's battery life is
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 3 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing 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 Bose SoundSport Free's case has a charge of 10 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.
JLab Go Air Pop'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 highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. JLab Go Air Pop takes 2.2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 0.2 hours
Bose SoundSport Free have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case. JLab Go Air Pop too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. The Bose SoundSport Free have Bluetooth version of 4.1, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JLab Go Air Pop has a Bluetooth version of 5.1,
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. JLab Go Air Pop have a maximum range of 10meters,
longer than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 0.9meters
Bose SoundSport Free have 2 microphones.
While the JLab Go Air Pop microphones are 2,
equal to that of the Bose SoundSport Free
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable 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.
Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device. The JLab Go Air Pop too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster.
For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. The Bose SoundSport Free have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The JLab Go Air Pop too have the mute function.
It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. The Bose SoundSport Free, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The JLab Go Air Pop also have a control panel on them.
The Bose SoundSport Free have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. The JLab Go Air Pop also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.
The Bose SoundSport Free come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them in your bag without a casing can easily damage them. JLab Go Air Pop also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
