Overall Score 7.0 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 5.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Jabra Evolve2 Buds | JBL Live Free 2 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP54 | 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 | 20000Hz | 20000Hz | |
sound pressure level | ✗ | 102dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 10hours | 7hours |
battery life of charging case | 21hours | 28hours | |
charge time | 2hours | ✗ | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 20meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 6only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
highest mic frequency | 8000Hz | ✗ | |
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 refer to the level of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection 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, 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,
Jabra Evolve2 Buds has a lower liquid rating than JBL Live Free 2
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a weight of 10.8g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g
weigh less than the Jabra Evolve2 Buds by -1g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Jabra Evolve2 Buds are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together.
JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the 2 earbuds .
Jabra Evolve2 Buds are resistant to sweat
JBL Live Free 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The JBL Live Free 2 also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.
JBL Live Free 2 too have ANC which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds and JBL Live Free 2 work with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds sit tightly in place, creating a sound seal that reduces background noise well as preventing the device music from leaking out .
Both JBL Live Free 2, and Jabra Evolve2 Buds have passive noise reduction this implies that they limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a unit size of 6mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the sound produced by the device.
JBL Live Free 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 5mm
, 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 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 a particular 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 make sound with equal bass
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device produces high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.
JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL Live Free 2's measurement is 102dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds'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.
JBL Live Free 2's battery life is
less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 3 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, 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 Jabra Evolve2 Buds's case has a full charge of 21 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.
JBL Live Free 2's charging case has a battery life of 28 hours,
more than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 7 hours
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 when they have been unused for extended periods.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a supported charging pad.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds 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 device and case.
JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have 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 comes along with most current electronics.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, 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 Evolve2 Buds
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a 20meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
JBL Live Free 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 10meters
Jabra Evolve2 Buds support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since 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 fine with your iPad. 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.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have 6 microphones.
While the JBL Live Free 2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Jabra Evolve2 Buds
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the desired sound.
The JBL Live Free 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest mic frequency is 8000Hz, 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 better for picking up bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The JBL Live Free 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears .
When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Jabra Evolve2 Buds support the find earbuds feature.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds.
JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes.
The 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. Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The JBL Live Free 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 coming from another device.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The JBL Live Free 2 also have the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
With the Jabra Evolve2 Buds, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
JBL Live Free 2 too have a control panel on them.
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.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
The JBL Live Free 2 too have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing may easily damage them.
JBL Live Free 2 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.