IP ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection 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. Compared to the Bose SoundSport Free, Sony LinkBuds S 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 because lighter devices are easier to move with.
Sony LinkBuds S, at 9.6g
weigh less than the Bose SoundSport Free by -8.6g
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 cables. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds .
Sony LinkBuds S also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the 2 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 have sweat resistance
Sony LinkBuds S's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit 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 separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Sony LinkBuds S also have stereo speakers
The Bose SoundSport Free stay well in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out .
Both Sony LinkBuds S, and Bose SoundSport Free have passive noise reduction which means that both reduce 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 the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size determines the loudness of the device.
Sony LinkBuds S driver unit is 5mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 5mm
, 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 it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound. The Bose SoundSport Free's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Sony LinkBuds S's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices produce equal bass
The Bose SoundSport Free's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that
Sony LinkBuds S can produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Bose SoundSport Free
The sound pressure level, 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.
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 have to charge the device less often. Sony LinkBuds S's battery life is
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time.
The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Bose SoundSport Free's case is said to have a charge of 10 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.
Sony LinkBuds S's charging case has a battery life of 14 hours,
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 4 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 when they have been in storage for long periods. Sony LinkBuds S takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the Bose SoundSport Free
The Bose SoundSport Free have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your device and case. Sony LinkBuds S too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, 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 range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Sony LinkBuds S 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 connecting via Bluetooth. Sony LinkBuds S have a maximum range of 10meters,
longer than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 0.9meters
The Bose SoundSport Free have 2 microphones.
Sony LinkBuds S 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, Bose SoundSport Free have a find earbuds feature. Sony LinkBuds S also have the find earbuds feature.
Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to locate them. Bose SoundSport Free support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device.
Sony LinkBuds S 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 is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
The Bose SoundSport Free have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Sony LinkBuds S too support the mute function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.
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 Sony LinkBuds S too 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. Sony LinkBuds S too have voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. The Bose SoundSport Free come with a special pouch.
Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your bag without a casing can easily damage them. Sony LinkBuds S too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
