Overall Score 8.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 7.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Jabra Evolve2 Buds | Sennheiser Momentum 3 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP54 | IPX4 |
weight | 10.8g | 10.6g | |
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 | 7mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 5Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 21,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | ✗ | 107dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 10hours | 7hours |
battery life of charging case | 21hours | 21hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1.5hours | |
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 | ✓ | ✓ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✗ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 6only |
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 | ✗ | |
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 rating of protection given by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second 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 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, Sennheiser Momentum 3 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
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a weight of 10.8g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
Sennheiser Momentum 3, at 10.6g are lighter than the Jabra Evolve2 Buds with a difference -0.2g True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Jabra Evolve2 Buds are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds . Sennheiser Momentum 3 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds . Jabra Evolve2 Buds have sweat resistance Sennheiser Momentum 3's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, 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 Sennheiser Momentum 3 also have stereo speakers ANC utilises more advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds.
ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have ANC making both devices ideal for flights and morning travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time. Jabra Evolve2 Buds stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic covering that tones down background sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a unit size of 6mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size determines the loudness of the device. Sennheiser Momentum 3 driver unit is 7mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 1mm , 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound. Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. Sennheiser Momentum 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, this means that
Sennheiser Momentum 3 produce a juicier bass than the Jabra Evolve2 Buds
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio component makes high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.
Sennheiser Momentum 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, this means that Sennheiser Momentum 3 can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Jabra Evolve2 Buds 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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Sennheiser Momentum 3's battery life is less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 3 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time.
The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Jabra Evolve2 Buds's case has a charge of 21 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.
Sennheiser Momentum 3's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours, equal to that of the Jabra Evolve2 Buds 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 long periods. Sennheiser Momentum 3 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 0.5 hours Jabra Evolve2 Buds, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the device, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad. Sennheiser Momentum 3 also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds. Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your device and charging case. Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 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. Sennheiser Momentum 3 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. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides 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 fine 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 Sennheiser Momentum 3 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.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have 6 microphones. Sennheiser Momentum 3 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Jabra Evolve2 Buds . More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds. Jabra Evolve2 Buds use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.
The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments. Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest mic frequency is 8,000Hz, high frequencies are best for recording treble.
The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency. The 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 sound to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds The Sennheiser Momentum 3 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 would still want to be able to hear traffic. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears . The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a find earbuds feature.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty 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 easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too support the mute function.
It means that you are in position 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. Sennheiser Momentum 3 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. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. Jabra Evolve2 Buds come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.