Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring 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, Sony LinkBuds S 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 Sony LinkBuds S
JBL Live Free 2 have a weight of 9.8g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.
The Sony LinkBuds S, at 9.6g
weigh less than the JBL Live Free 2 with a difference -0.2g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, JBL Live Free 2 are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. Sony LinkBuds S also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the two earbuds .
JBL Live Free 2 are resistant to sweat
Sony LinkBuds S'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 separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Sony LinkBuds S and JBL Live Free 2 have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
JBL Live Free 2 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. The Sony LinkBuds S too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time.
JBL Live Free 2 stay well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both Sony LinkBuds S, and JBL Live Free 2 have passive noise reduction which implies that they reduce ambient noise without using technology 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 the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound made by the earbuds. Sony LinkBuds S driver unit is 5mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Live Free 2 by 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 yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating 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 a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Sony LinkBuds S'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 tells how well an audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that
Sony LinkBuds S produce a clearer and crispier treble than the JBL Live Free 2
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 for a single charge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Sony LinkBuds S's battery life is
less than that of JBL Live Free 2 by 1 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 have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the JBL Live Free 2's case is said to have a 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. Sony LinkBuds S's charging case has a battery life of 14 hours,
less than that of JBL Live Free 2 by 14 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 indicate the charging state of your device and charging case.
Sony LinkBuds S too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery. JBL Live Free 2 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Sony LinkBuds S too use USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. The 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. Sony LinkBuds S 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. Sony LinkBuds S have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JBL Live Free 2
The JBL Live Free 2 have 6 microphones. The Sony LinkBuds S microphones are 6,
equal to that of the JBL Live Free 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise.
JBL Live Free 2 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the desired sound. The JBL Live Free 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing them
The Sony LinkBuds S 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. JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device. Also the Sony LinkBuds S too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster.
For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just thirty 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.
JBL Live Free 2 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sony LinkBuds S too have the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.
The JBL Live Free 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Sony LinkBuds S too 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. Sony LinkBuds S also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds. JBL Live Free 2 come with their own special case.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Sony LinkBuds S also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
