Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX5, the JBL Live Free 2's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes 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. Compared 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 consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g
are lighter than the JBL Live Free 2 with a difference -0.4g
True wireless devices have no wires 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 difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together. Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the two earbuds together.
JBL Live Free 2 have sweat resistance
Nothing Ear 1's resistance to sweat makes both devices good 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 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
ANC uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted 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 adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
JBL Live Free 2 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise. Nothing Ear 1 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes.
The JBL Live Free 2 and Nothing Ear 1 work with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that enhances your chill time. The JBL Live Free 2 stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both Nothing Ear 1, and JBL Live Free 2 have passive noise reduction this implies that they reduce ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. The JBL Live Free 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the loudness of the device. 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
, 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 it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean 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 an audio device generates low recognizable frequencies 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
JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device produces high recognizable 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 can generate equal treble
The sound pressure level, 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 for a single charge. 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 not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the vendor, and JBL Live Free 2's case is said to have a charge of 28 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. 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 notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your device and case.
Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery. JBL Live Free 2 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Nothing Ear 1 too have USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. JBL Live Free 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables 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.
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 help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
The JBL Live Free 2 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound. The Nothing Ear 1 too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.
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 them
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 be able to hear traffic. 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.
The Nothing Ear 1 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes.
The 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. Say, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The JBL Live Free 2 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
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. The JBL Live Free 2 support voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Nothing Ear 1 too have voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. The JBL Live Free 2 come with a special case.
Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Nothing Ear 1 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
