Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX5, the JBL Live Free 2's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids 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 Free 2, Nothing Ear 1 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Live Free 2 has a higher liquid rating than Nothing Ear 1
JBL Live Free 2 have a weight of 9.8g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
The Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g
weigh less than the JBL Live Free 2 by -0.4g
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JBL Live Free 2 are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds together. Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the pair of earbuds .
JBL Live Free 2 are resistant to sweat
Nothing Ear 1's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JBL Live Free 2 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.
Both Nothing Ear 1 and JBL Live Free 2 have stereo speakers
ANC uses advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
JBL Live Free 2 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds. Nothing Ear 1 too have ANC making both devices ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that suits your travel or that enhances your chill time.
The JBL Live Free 2 sit well in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. Both Nothing Ear 1, and JBL Live Free 2 have passive noise reduction which means that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. The JBL Live Free 2 have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the sound made by the earbuds. Nothing Ear 1 driver unit is 11.6mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JBL Live Free 2 by 0.6mm
, 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 it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.
The JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through. Nothing Ear 1's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices make sound with equal bass
JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device makes high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. Nothing Ear 1's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, 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. The JBL Live Free 2's battery life is 7 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
Nothing Ear 1's battery life is
less than that of JBL Live Free 2 by 2 hours
. Every 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 vendor, and JBL Live Free 2's case has a charge of 28 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself. Nothing Ear 1's charging case has a battery life of 29 hours,
more than that of JBL Live Free 2 by 1 hours
JBL Live Free 2 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 earbuds and charging case.
Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. JBL Live Free 2 have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Nothing Ear 1 too support USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets. The JBL Live Free 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Nothing Ear 1 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the JBL Live Free 2
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The JBL Live Free 2 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Nothing Ear 1 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JBL Live Free 2
JBL Live Free 2 have 6 microphones. The Nothing Ear 1 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the JBL Live Free 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise.
JBL Live Free 2 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound. The Nothing Ear 1 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.
The JBL Live Free 2 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 Nothing Ear 1 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic. The JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device.
The Nothing Ear 1 support fast charging. This kind is 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.
JBL Live Free 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. JBL Live Free 2 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The JBL Live Free 2, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Nothing Ear 1 also have a control panel on them. JBL Live Free 2 have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. Nothing Ear 1 too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device. The JBL Live Free 2 come with a special case.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Nothing Ear 1 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
