A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JBL LIVE 300 IPX5

JBL Reflect Aero TWS IP68

IP ratings refer to the rating of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Scoring IPX5, the JBL LIVE 300's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 5 means that they can withstand medium pressure jet that's 6.3mm diameter, similar to garden hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 metres.

In comparison to the JBL LIVE 300, JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a rating of IP68 meaning that they are completely dust proof and that of liquids is that, JBL LIVE 300 has a lower liquid rating than JBL Reflect Aero TWS

Weight

JBL LIVE 300 65.7g

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 13g

JBL LIVE 300 have a weight of 65.7g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to move with.

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS, at 13g are lighter than the JBL LIVE 300 with a difference -52.7g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JBL LIVE 300 are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds .

JBL Reflect Aero TWS also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

JBL LIVE 300 ✗

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Sweat Resistance

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

JBL LIVE 300 are resistant to sweat

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

JBL LIVE 300 ✗

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS are both dustproof and water-resistant.

Has An Earbud Foam

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

The earbud foam is designed to be ultracompact and lightweight, with little interference with earrings, spectacles, hats, or hairstyles. The JBL LIVE 300 have an earbud foam to some it is more comfortable than the in-ear foam.

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

JBL LIVE 300 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both JBL Reflect Aero TWS and JBL LIVE 300 have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

JBL LIVE 300 ✗

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

ANC uses more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero thus "diluting" the noise.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

JBL LIVE 300 sit well in place, this creates a sound covering 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 both reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JBL LIVE 300 5.8mm

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 6.8mm

The JBL LIVE 300 have a unit size of 5.8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the sound made by the device.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS driver unit is 6.8mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of JBL LIVE 300 by 1mm , 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

JBL LIVE 300 20Hz

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 20Hz

The JBL LIVE 300's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

JBL LIVE 300 20000Hz

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 20000Hz

The JBL LIVE 300's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component makes high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JBL LIVE 300 95dB/mW

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 99dB/mW

SPL, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL LIVE 300's measurement is 95dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's sound pressure level measurement is 99dB/mW. The sound pressure level, something is can be taken differently by separate people, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.

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Battery Life

JBL LIVE 300 6hours

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 8hours

The JBL LIVE 300's battery life is 6 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.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's battery life is more than that of JBL LIVE 300 by 2 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JBL LIVE 300 14hours

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 16hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and JBL LIVE 300's case has a full charge of 14 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours, more than that of JBL LIVE 300 by 2 hours

Charge Time

JBL LIVE 300 2hours

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 1.5hours

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL LIVE 300's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JBL LIVE 300 by 0.5 hours

Battery Power

JBL LIVE 300 60mAh

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

JBL LIVE 300's battery capacity is 60mAh, battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

JBL LIVE 300 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your device and charging case.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

JBL LIVE 300 support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

JBL LIVE 300 v5

JBL Reflect Aero TWS v5.2

JBL LIVE 300 have Bluetooth version of 5, 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 Reflect Aero TWS has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, newer than that of JBL LIVE 300 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL LIVE 300 10meters

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 10meters

JBL LIVE 300 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL LIVE 300

Has Aac

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

JBL LIVE 300 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL LIVE 300 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.

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Number Of Microphones

JBL LIVE 300 2only

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 6only

JBL LIVE 300 have 2 microphones.

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS microphones are 6, more than that of JBL LIVE 300 by 4 . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

JBL LIVE 300 ✗

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The JBL LIVE 300 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing them

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

The JBL LIVE 300 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Supports Fast Charging

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The JBL LIVE 300 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Has A Mute Function

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The JBL LIVE 300 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The JBL LIVE 300, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The JBL LIVE 300 have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

JBL LIVE 300 come with a special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	JBL LIVE 300	JBL Reflect Aero TWS
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX5	IP68
	weight	65.7g	13g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✗	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	is dust proof and water-resistant	✗	✓
	has an earbud foam	✓	✗
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✗	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	5.8mm	6.8mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20000Hz	20000Hz
	sound pressure level	95dB/mW	99dB/mW
POWER	battery life	6hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	14hours	16hours
	charge time	2hours	1.5hours
	battery power	60mAh	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	2only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✗	✓
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

Sweat Resistance

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Has An Earbud Foam

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Battery Power

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Supports Fast Charging

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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