IP ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX4, the Bose SoundSport Free's rating for solids indicates 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. In comparison to the Bose SoundSport Free, Sony WF C500 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 take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.
Sony WF C500, at 10.8g
weigh less than the Bose SoundSport Free by -7.4g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, Bose SoundSport Free are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds .
Sony WF C500 also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. The Bose SoundSport Free come with wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Bose SoundSport Free have sweat resistance
Sony WF C500's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , 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, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Sony WF C500 and Bose SoundSport Free have stereo speakers
Bose SoundSport Free stay well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that reduces your environment noise while preventing the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. Both Sony WF C500, and Bose SoundSport Free have passive noise reduction which implies that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.
Bose SoundSport Free driver unit is 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size corellates with the sound produced by the device. Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 4.2mm
, 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 it's true that, 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 inidcates how well an audio component produces low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it. Sony WF C500'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 a particular audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.
Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal treble
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 before recharge.
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. Sony WF C500's battery life is
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 5 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, 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 Bose SoundSport Free's case has a full charge of 10 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself. Sony WF C500's charging case has a battery life of 10 hours,
equal to that of the Bose SoundSport Free
It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Bose SoundSport Free's battery.
It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Sony WF C500 takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 0.5 hours
Bose SoundSport Free have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your device and charging case.
Sony WF C500 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, 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 WF C500 has a Bluetooth version of 5,
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. Sony WF C500 have a maximum range of 9meters,
less than that of Bose SoundSport Free by 0.1meters
Bose SoundSport Free have 2 microphones. The Sony WF C500 microphones are 2,
equal to that of the Bose SoundSport Free
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Bose SoundSport Free have a find earbuds feature. The Bose SoundSport Free support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.
Also the Sony WF C500 too support fast charging. This kind is 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 device. The Sony WF C500 also support the mute function. It means that you are in position 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 features are supported on the earbuds. The Sony WF C500 also have a control panel on them. Bose SoundSport Free have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. Sony WF C500 too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. The Bose SoundSport Free come with their own special case.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Sony WF C500 also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
