Jbl Live Free 2 Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro IPX7

JBL Live Free 2 IPX5

IP ratings is the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

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 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.

Compared to the JBL Live Free 2, Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a rating of IPX7 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro has a higher liquid rating than JBL Live Free 2

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 12.6g

JBL Live Free 2 9.8g

The JBL Live Free 2 have a weight of 9.8g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, at 12.6g weigh more than the JBL Live Free 2 with a difference of 2.8g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JBL Live Free 2 are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds .

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 have sweat resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant.

Has Stereo Speakers

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

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.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

ANC uses advanced technology to actively cancel noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

The 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 overcome background sounds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have ANC which makes both devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. The JBL Live Free 2 and Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that you prefer for travel or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Live Free 2 stay tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 11mm

JBL Live Free 2 11mm

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 basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the sound made by the earbuds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making both devices similar in how loud their sound gets , 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 produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20Hz

JBL Live Free 2 20Hz

The JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20,000Hz

JBL Live Free 2 20,000Hz

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✗

JBL Live Free 2 102dB/mW

The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 8hours

JBL Live Free 2 7hours

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.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery life is more than that of JBL Live Free 2 by 1 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20hours

JBL Live Free 2 28hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and 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.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, less than that of JBL Live Free 2 by 8 hours

Charge Time

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 1hours

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods.

Has Wireless Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Live Free 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and case.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro v5

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 transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of JBL Live Free 2 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 10meters

JBL Live Free 2 10meters

JBL Live Free 2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Live Free 2

Has Aac

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro will work well with your iPhone. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

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Number Of Microphones

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 6only

JBL Live Free 2 6only

JBL Live Free 2 have 6 microphones.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphones are 6, equal to that of the JBL Live Free 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.

Mic Sensitivity

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro -26dBV/Pa

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphone sensitivity is measured at -26dBV/Pa. The size of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the microphone can pick up.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

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 Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

Also the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2only

JBL Live Free 2 2only

The 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.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the JBL Live Free 2 . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another connected device.

Has A Mute Function

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Live Free 2 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2Years

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Live Free 2 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your pockets without a cover may easily damage them.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro	JBL Live Free 2
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX7	IPX5
	weight	12.6g	9.8g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	is dust proof and water-resistant	✓	✗
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	✗	102dB/mW
POWER	battery life	8hours	7hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	28hours
	charge time	1hours	✗
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	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	6only	6only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	-26dBV/Pa	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✗
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2Years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Jbl Live Free 2 Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

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

Has Wireless Charging

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

Mic Sensitivity

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included