Overall Score 8.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 7.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Jabra Evolve2 Buds | Bose QuietComfort 2 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP54 | IPX4 |
weight | 10.8g | 12.5g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✗ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 6mm | 9.3mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
POWER | battery life | 10hours | 6hours |
battery life of charging case | 21hours | 18hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 2hours | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.3 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 20meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✗ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 8only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
highest mic frequency | 8,000Hz | ✗ | |
lowest mic frequency | 80Hz | ✗ | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✓ |
has in/on-ear detection | ✓ | ✓ | |
has find earbuds feature | ✓ | ✓ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | 2only | 2only | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | 2Years | ✗ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IP54, the Jabra Evolve2 Buds'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 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 Jabra Evolve2 Buds, Bose QuietComfort 2 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
they both have the same rating against liquids
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a weight of 10.8g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
The Bose QuietComfort 2, at 12.5g are heavier than the Jabra Evolve2 Buds with a difference of 1.7g True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Jabra Evolve2 Buds are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds . Bose QuietComfort 2 also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the pair of earbuds together. Jabra Evolve2 Buds are resistant to sweat Bose QuietComfort 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc Jabra Evolve2 Buds have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 also have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced technology to actively cancel noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds sit well in place, creating a sound seal that reduces background sounds and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds driver unit is 6mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, its size determines the loudness of the device. Bose QuietComfort 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 3.3mm
, 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 imply that they deliver better quality sound.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Bose QuietComfort 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices produce equal bass Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. Bose QuietComfort 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal treble Jabra Evolve2 Buds's battery life is 10 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge.
A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Bose QuietComfort 2's battery life is less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 4 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
This is given by the manufacturer, and the Jabra Evolve2 Buds's case is said to have a full charge of 21 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 QuietComfort 2's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours, less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 3 hours It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Jabra Evolve2 Buds's battery.
It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Bose QuietComfort 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the Jabra Evolve2 Buds The Jabra Evolve2 Buds, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just place down on a compatible charging pad.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your earbuds and case. Bose QuietComfort 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Bose QuietComfort 2 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Bose QuietComfort 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a 20meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Bose QuietComfort 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 10meters Jabra Evolve2 Buds support AAC, a codec that is 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.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Jabra Evolve2 Buds will work well with your iPhone. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Bose QuietComfort 2 support AAC as well.
Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate. Jabra Evolve2 Buds have 6 microphones. Bose QuietComfort 2 microphones are 8, more than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest mic frequency is 8,000Hz, high frequencies are better for picking up treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency. Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest mic frequency is 80Hz, low frequencies are best for recording bass.
The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds The Bose QuietComfort 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
Bose QuietComfort 2 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a find earbuds feature. The Bose QuietComfort 2 also have the find earbuds feature.
You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to help you locate them. Jabra Evolve2 Buds support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds.
Also the Bose QuietComfort 2 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 Jabra Evolve2 Buds support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Bose QuietComfort 2 have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Jabra Evolve2 Buds . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call without missing notifications from another connected device.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too support the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. Bose QuietComfort 2 too have a control panel on them. Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a warranty period of 2 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.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. Bose QuietComfort 2 too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Bose QuietComfort 2 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.