Overall Score 7 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 6.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Jabra Elite 7 Pro | JBL Live Free 2 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP57 | IPX5 |
weight | 10.8g | 9.8g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 6mm | 11mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | ✗ | 102dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 9hours | 7hours |
battery life of charging case | 24hours | 28hours | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 8only | 6only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
highest mic frequency | 8,000Hz | ✗ | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✓ |
has in/on-ear detection | ✓ | ✗ | |
has find earbuds feature | ✓ | ✗ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | ✗ | 2only | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. 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 IP57, the Jabra Elite 7 Pro's rating is read as, the first number of 5 denotes that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety, and the second value of 7 means that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes. In comparison to the Jabra Elite 7 Pro, JBL Live Free 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Live Free 2 has a lower liquid rating than Jabra Elite 7 Pro
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a weight of 10.8g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g are lighter than the Jabra Elite 7 Pro with a difference -1g For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Jabra Elite 7 Pro are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds . JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the 2 earbuds . Jabra Elite 7 Pro are resistant to sweat JBL Live Free 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc Jabra Elite 7 Pro 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. Both JBL Live Free 2 and Jabra Elite 7 Pro have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation uses more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise.
ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.
JBL Live Free 2 too have ANC making both earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro and JBL Live Free 2 operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that suites your relaxation time. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same.
Both JBL Live Free 2, and Jabra Elite 7 Pro have passive noise reduction which implies that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a unit size of 6mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size dictates the sound produced by the earbuds.
JBL Live Free 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Jabra Elite 7 Pro by 5mm
, 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 yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal bass The Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can generate equal treble The Jabra Elite 7 Pro's battery life is 9 hours, these last longer 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.
JBL Live Free 2's battery life is less than that of Jabra Elite 7 Pro by 2 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not 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 vendor, and the Jabra Elite 7 Pro's case has a full charge of 24 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself. JBL Live Free 2's charging case has a battery life of 28 hours, more than that of Jabra Elite 7 Pro by 4 hours The Jabra Elite 7 Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a supported charging pad.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your device and charging case. JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. JBL Live Free 2 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. JBL Live Free 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 7 Pro . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
JBL Live Free 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 7 Pro Jabra Elite 7 Pro have 8 microphones. The JBL Live Free 2 microphones are 6, less than that of Jabra Elite 7 Pro by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise. Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the desired sound.
The JBL Live Free 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest mic frequency is 8,000Hz, high frequencies are better for recording treble.
The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency. Jabra Elite 7 Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing them The JBL Live Free 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic. Jabra Elite 7 Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears . When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a find earbuds feature.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. Also the JBL Live Free 2 too support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The JBL Live Free 2 also have the mute function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
The JBL Live Free 2 also have a control panel on them. Jabra Elite 7 Pro support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
The JBL Live Free 2 too support voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device. Jabra Elite 7 Pro come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a cover may easily damage them.
JBL Live Free 2 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.