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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IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of 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 number of 7 means that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes. Compared 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
Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a weight of 10.8g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g weigh less than the Jabra Elite 7 Pro with a difference -1g True wireless devices 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 key difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds . JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. 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 utilises advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise. The JBL Live Free 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that suites your chill time.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro stay well in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro driver unit is 6mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the loudness of 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 usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it alters 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 measures if and how well a particular audio device produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it. JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
JBL Live Free 2's battery life is less than that of Jabra Elite 7 Pro by 2 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the Jabra Elite 7 Pro's case has a charge of 24 hours.
A charging case with a longer battery life allows 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 device, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case. JBL Live Free 2 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.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. JBL Live Free 2 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement 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 to connect 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. JBL Live Free 2 microphones are 6, less than that of Jabra Elite 7 Pro by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds. Jabra Elite 7 Pro use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.
The JBL Live Free 2 too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments. 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 known as its upper limiting frequency. Jabra Elite 7 Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds The JBL Live Free 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful 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. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Jabra Elite 7 Pro support the find earbuds feature. Jabra Elite 7 Pro support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds.
The JBL Live Free 2 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 just thirty minutes.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The JBL Live Free 2 also support the mute function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. JBL Live Free 2 too have a control panel on them. Jabra Elite 7 Pro support voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. The JBL Live Free 2 too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro come with a special pouch.
Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your pockets without a casing may easily damage them. JBL Live Free 2 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.