Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring IP54, the Jabra Evolve2 Buds's rating for solids indicates 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. Compared to the Jabra Evolve2 Buds, JBL Live Pro 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Live Pro 2 has a higher liquid rating than Jabra Evolve2 Buds
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a weight of 10.8g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g
are lighter than the Jabra Evolve2 Buds with a difference -1.2g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, Jabra Evolve2 Buds are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds .
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have sweat resistance
JBL Live Pro 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, what this means is that Jabra Evolve2 Buds's 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 Pro 2 and Jabra Evolve2 Buds have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation utilises advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds.
ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have ANC making both devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your commute or that enhances your relaxation time. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds stay well in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down your environment sounds well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds driver unit is 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 earbuds, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the device. JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds 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 deliver better quality sound. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds'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 Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device makes high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.
JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices generate equal treble
The 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 given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is
equal to that of the Jabra Evolve2 Buds
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing 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 Evolve2 Buds's case has 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 having to recharge the case itself.
JBL Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 9 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Jabra Evolve2 Buds's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods. JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the Jabra Evolve2 Buds
Jabra Evolve2 Buds, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad. JBL Live Pro 2 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery.
Its lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your device, 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 in a single cable.
JBL Live Pro 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 enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Live Pro 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 to connect via Bluetooth. JBL Live Pro 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. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same 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 intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. Jabra Evolve2 Buds have 6 microphones. While the JBL Live Pro 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.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds'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 Evolve2 Buds's lowest mic frequency is 80Hz, low frequencies are better for recording 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 channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them
The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but still want to be able 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 .
The JBL Live Pro 2 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.
If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Jabra Evolve2 Buds support the find earbuds feature. JBL Live Pro 2 also have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to help you locate them.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Also the JBL Live Pro 2 support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The JBL Live Pro 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 and not miss notifications coming from another device. Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have this function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice. With the Jabra Evolve2 Buds, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
JBL Live Pro 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. If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs.
JBL Live Pro 2 have a warranty period of 1Years,
less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 1 Years
.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. JBL Live Pro 2 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your bag without a cover can easily damage them. JBL Live Pro 2 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
