IP ratings is the rating of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX5, the Boult Audio Z40's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 5 means that they can withstand medium pressure jet that's 6.3mm diameter, similar to garden hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 metres. Compared to the Boult Audio Z40, Bose SoundSport Free have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
Boult Audio Z40 has a higher liquid rating than Bose SoundSport Free
Boult Audio Z40 have a weight of 40g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
The Bose SoundSport Free, at 18.2g
weigh less than the Boult Audio Z40 with a difference -21.8g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, Boult Audio Z40 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
Bose SoundSport Free also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the pair of earbuds .
The Boult Audio Z40 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 too have wingtips, by resting against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to match vigorous movement, wingtips are best suited for sports and other physical activities.
When applied correctly, they prevent the earbuds from falling off. Boult Audio Z40 are resistant to sweat
Bose SoundSport Free's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Boult Audio Z40 are both dustproof and water-resistant. Boult Audio Z40 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Boult Audio Z40's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Bose SoundSport Free also have stereo speakers
Boult Audio Z40 sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down background sounds and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. The Boult Audio Z40 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound made by the device. Bose SoundSport Free driver unit is 10mm in diameter,
making both Bose SoundSport Free, and Boult Audio Z40 similar in how loud their sound gets
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.
The Boult Audio Z40's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it. Bose SoundSport Free's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal bass
Boult Audio Z40'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. Bose SoundSport Free's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal treble
Boult Audio Z40's battery life is 10 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge.
A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Bose SoundSport Free's battery life is
less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 5 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
This is given by the manufacturer, and the Boult Audio Z40's case has a full charge of 50 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself. Bose SoundSport Free's charging case has a battery life of 10 hours,
less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 40 hours
It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Boult Audio Z40's battery.
It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Bose SoundSport Free takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 0.5 hours
Boult Audio Z40 have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Boult Audio Z40 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Bose SoundSport Free has a Bluetooth version of 4.1,
older than that of Boult Audio Z40
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Boult Audio Z40 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Bose SoundSport Free have a maximum range of 9.1meters,
less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 0.9meters
Boult Audio Z40 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Boult Audio Z40 will work well with your MacBook.
If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. Boult Audio Z40 have 2 microphones. The Bose SoundSport Free microphones are 2,
equal to that of the Boult Audio Z40
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.
Boult Audio Z40 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. Boult Audio Z40 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
Bose SoundSport Free support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
The Boult Audio Z40 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Bose SoundSport Free also support this function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
The Boult Audio Z40, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. The Bose SoundSport Free also have a control panel on them. The Boult Audio Z40 have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals.
Boult Audio Z40 support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. The Bose SoundSport Free also have voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.
