A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Jabra Evolve2 Buds IP54

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 IP54

IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Scoring 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 the second number of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the Jabra Evolve2 Buds, Bowers & Wilkins PI7 have a rating of IP54 meaning that they both have the same rating against dust and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 10.8g

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 50g

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a weight of 10.8g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.

The Bowers & Wilkins PI7, at 50g weigh more than the Jabra Evolve2 Buds with a difference of 39.2g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Jabra Evolve2 Buds are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds are resistant to sweat

Has Stereo Speakers

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have stereo speakers, what this means is that Jabra Evolve2 Buds's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Bowers & Wilkins PI7 and Jabra Evolve2 Buds have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero therefore "diluting" the noise.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have ANC which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

Jabra Evolve2 Buds stay tightly in place, creating a sound seal that tones down background noise and also prevents the device music from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 6mm

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 9.2mm

Jabra Evolve2 Buds driver unit is 6mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the sound made by the earbuds.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 driver unit is 9.2mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 3.2mm , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20Hz

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 10Hz

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this implies that Bowers & Wilkins PI7 can make sound with a juicier bass than the Jabra Evolve2 Buds

Highest Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20000Hz

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 20000Hz

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component makes high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 10hours

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 4.5hours

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's battery life is 10 hours, a device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chanrgings.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7's battery life is less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 5.5 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 have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 21hours

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 18hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and the Jabra Evolve2 Buds's case is said to have a charge of 21 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours, less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 3 hours

Charge Time

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2hours

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 3hours

It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Jabra Evolve2 Buds's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 takes 3 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 1 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just place down on a supported charging pad.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Jabra Evolve2 Buds v5.2

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 v5

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20meters

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 10meters

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a 20meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 have a maximum range of 10meters, less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 10meters

Has Aac

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

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 provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Jabra Evolve2 Buds will work well with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✗

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

Has Aptx Hd

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✗

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 support APTX HD, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It supports high-quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 6only

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 6only

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have 6 microphones.

While the Bowers & Wilkins PI7 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Jabra Evolve2 Buds . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

Highest Mic Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 8000Hz

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✗

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest mic frequency is 8000Hz, high frequencies are best for picking up treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is known as its upper limiting frequency.

Lowest Mic Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 80Hz

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest mic frequency is 80Hz, low frequencies are best for picking up bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a find earbuds feature.

The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 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 can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2only

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also have this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2Years

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✗

The 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.

Has Voice Prompts

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 ✓

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

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

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Aptx Adaptive

Has Aptx Hd

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Highest Mic Frequency

Lowest Mic Frequency

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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