A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro IPX4

JBL Live Free 2 IPX5

IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids such as 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 value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number 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, Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro has a lower liquid rating than JBL Live Free 2

Weight

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 12.2g

JBL Live Free 2 9.8g

JBL Live Free 2 have a weight of 9.8g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to carry.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro, at 12.2g are heavier than the JBL Live Free 2 by of 2.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, JBL Live Free 2 are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 are resistant to sweat

Has Stereo Speakers

Xiaomi FlipBuds 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, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro and JBL Live Free 2 have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

ANC uses advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, 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 ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have ANC which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning travels. The JBL Live Free 2 and Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that suits your travel or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Live Free 2 sit well in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out .

Both Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro, and JBL Live Free 2 have passive noise reduction which means that they limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 11mm

JBL Live Free 2 11mm

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

Xiaomi FlipBuds 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

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

JBL Live Free 2 20Hz

The JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

Highest Frequency

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

JBL Live Free 2 20000Hz

The JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device generates high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.

Sound Pressure Level

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

JBL Live Free 2 102dB/mW

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.

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Battery Life

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 7hours

JBL Live Free 2 7hours

JBL Live Free 2's battery life is 7 hours, 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 chanrgings.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro's battery life is equal to that of the JBL Live Free 2 . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 21hours

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 has a full charge of 28 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours, less than that of JBL Live Free 2 by 7 hours

Charge Time

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 0.52hours

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

It requires 0.52 hours to fully charge the Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods.

Has Wireless Charging

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

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

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

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

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

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

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 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

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 10meters

JBL Live Free 2 10meters

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

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Live Free 2

Has Aptx Adaptive

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 6only

JBL Live Free 2 6only

JBL Live Free 2 have 6 microphones.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 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.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Live Free 2 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

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

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 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 is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 2only

JBL Live Free 2 2only

JBL Live Free 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link 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.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the JBL Live Free 2 . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another connected device.

Has A Mute Function

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

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

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too support the mute function. It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

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

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

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

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

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

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 Aptx Adaptive

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

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

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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