Ingress protection ratings refer to the level 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 such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring 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 of liquids 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, Nothing Ear 1 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 consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to transport.
Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g
are lighter than the Bose SoundSport Free by -8.8g
True wireless devices 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 a key distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds together. Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds .
Bose SoundSport Free have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.
Bose SoundSport Free are resistant to sweat
Nothing Ear 1's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as 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 Nothing Ear 1 and Bose SoundSport Free have stereo speakers
Bose SoundSport Free sit well in place, creating a sound seal that reduces background sounds while preventing the device music from leaking out .
Both Nothing Ear 1, and Bose SoundSport Free have passive noise reduction which implies that they reduce ambient noise without using technology 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 produces sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the sound produced by the device. Nothing Ear 1 driver unit is 11.6mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 1.6mm
, 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.
The Bose SoundSport Free's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Nothing Ear 1's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
Bose SoundSport Free's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device generates high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. Nothing Ear 1's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal treble
SPL, is the level of pressure 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. 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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Nothing Ear 1's battery life is
equal to that of the Bose SoundSport Free
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the Bose SoundSport Free's case has a charge of 10 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself. Nothing Ear 1's charging case has a battery life of 29 hours,
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 19 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.
Nothing Ear 1 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 0.5 hours
Bose SoundSport Free have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your device and charging case. Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, 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 close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Nothing Ear 1 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.
Nothing Ear 1 have a maximum range of 10meters,
longer than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 0.9meters
The Bose SoundSport Free have 2 microphones. While the Nothing Ear 1 microphones are 6,
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise. If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Bose SoundSport Free have a find earbuds feature.
Nothing Ear 1 also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to help you find them. Bose SoundSport Free support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device. The Nothing Ear 1 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be 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 Bose SoundSport Free, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
The Nothing Ear 1 also have a control panel on them. Bose SoundSport Free have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
Nothing Ear 1 too support voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them. Bose SoundSport Free come with their own special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Nothing Ear 1 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
