Jbl Live Free 2 Vs. Nothing Ear 1 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Nothing Ear 1 IPX4

JBL Live Free 2 IPX5

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX5, the JBL Live Free 2's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes 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 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

Weight

Nothing Ear 1 9.4g

JBL Live Free 2 9.8g

The JBL Live Free 2 have a weight of 9.8g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

The Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g weigh less than the JBL Live Free 2 with a difference -0.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, JBL Live Free 2 are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds together.

Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the pair of earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 have sweat resistance

Nothing Ear 1's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Live Free 2's 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

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

ANC uses more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

JBL Live Free 2 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.

The Nothing Ear 1 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes. The JBL Live Free 2 and Nothing Ear 1 operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your commute or that suites your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment noise while preventing the device voice audio from leaking out at the same.

Both Nothing Ear 1, and JBL Live Free 2 have passive noise reduction this implies that they tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Nothing Ear 1 11.6mm

JBL Live Free 2 11mm

JBL Live Free 2 have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the loudness of 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 , as many tend to believe 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.

Lowest Frequency

Nothing Ear 1 20Hz

JBL Live Free 2 20Hz

JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Nothing Ear 1's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Nothing Ear 1 20,000Hz

JBL Live Free 2 20,000Hz

The JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component produces high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Nothing Ear 1's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

JBL Live Free 2 102dB/mW

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.

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Battery Life

Nothing Ear 1 5hours

JBL Live Free 2 7hours

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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Nothing Ear 1's battery life is less than that of JBL Live Free 2 by 2 hours . Each 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.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Nothing Ear 1 29hours

JBL Live Free 2 28hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the JBL Live Free 2's case is said to have a full charge of 28 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge 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

Charge Time

Nothing Ear 1 1.5hours

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Nothing Ear 1's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Has Wireless Charging

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

The Nothing Ear 1, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The 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 state of your earbuds and case.

Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Live Free 2 have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Nothing Ear 1 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Nothing Ear 1 v5.2

JBL Live Free 2 v5.2

The JBL Live Free 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement 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.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Nothing Ear 1 10meters

JBL Live Free 2 10meters

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

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Number Of Microphones

Nothing Ear 1 6only

JBL Live Free 2 6only

JBL Live Free 2 have 6 microphones.

Nothing Ear 1 microphones are 6, equal to that of the JBL Live Free 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Live Free 2 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.

The Nothing Ear 1 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Live Free 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

The Nothing Ear 1 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

Nothing Ear 1 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Nothing Ear 1 have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Also the Nothing Ear 1 too support fast charging. It's very 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 just thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

JBL Live Free 2 2only

JBL Live Free 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect 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.

Has A Mute Function

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

With the JBL Live Free 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

The Nothing Ear 1 too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Nothing Ear 1 1Years

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

Nothing Ear 1 have a warranty period of 1 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.

Has Voice Prompts

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Live Free 2 have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

Nothing Ear 1 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Live Free 2 come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Nothing Ear 1 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Nothing Ear 1	JBL Live Free 2
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX5
	weight	9.4g	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	11.6mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	✗	102dB/mW
POWER	battery life	5hours	7hours
	battery life of charging case	29hours	28hours
	charge time	1.5hours	✗
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
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	1Years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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