Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection given by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that 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
The JBL Live Free 2 have a weight of 9.8g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g
weigh less than the JBL Live Free 2 by -0.4g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires 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 a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds together. Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the two earbuds .
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, cardio sweat workouts , etc
JBL Live Free 2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Live Free 2's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Nothing Ear 1 and JBL Live Free 2 have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.
JBL Live Free 2 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. Nothing Ear 1 too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for flights and morning travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that suites your relaxation time.
JBL Live Free 2 sit well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The JBL Live Free 2 have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size dictates 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 mean that they deliver better quality sound. JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates 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 implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device produces high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it. Nothing Ear 1's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal treble
SPL, is the pressure level 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 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 barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. This 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 more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several 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 alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case. Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
JBL Live Free 2 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Nothing Ear 1 too use 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 movement between devices placed in close proximity, 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. JBL Live Free 2 have a 10meters distance connecting 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 record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds. JBL Live Free 2 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.
The Nothing Ear 1 too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas. 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, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.
The JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device. Nothing Ear 1 support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. JBL Live Free 2 have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to 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 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. The JBL Live Free 2 support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
Nothing Ear 1 too support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds. The JBL Live Free 2 come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your pockets 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.
