A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JBL Live Pro 2 IPX5

Mpow Flame S IPX7

IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).

Scoring IPX5, the JBL Live Pro 2's rating for solids indicates 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.

In comparison to the JBL Live Pro 2, Mpow Flame S have a rating of IPX7 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, Mpow Flame S has a higher liquid rating than JBL Live Pro 2

Weight

JBL Live Pro 2 9.6g

Mpow Flame S ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 have a weight of 9.6g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to carry.

Has No Wires Or Cables

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✗

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, JBL Live Pro 2 are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

JBL Live Pro 2 ✗

Mpow Flame S ✓

Mpow Flame S have wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Sweat Resistance

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✓

JBL Live Pro 2 have sweat resistance

Mpow Flame S's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✓

JBL Live Pro 2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Live Pro 2's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Mpow Flame S and JBL Live Pro 2 have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✓

Active noise cancellation utilises advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.

JBL Live Pro 2 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.

Mpow Flame S too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that enhances your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✓

JBL Live Pro 2 stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces background noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same.

Both Mpow Flame S, and JBL Live Pro 2 have passive noise reduction this means that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Live Pro 2 11mm

Mpow Flame S ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size determines the loudness of the earbuds.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Live Pro 2 20Hz

Mpow Flame S ✗

The JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Highest Frequency

JBL Live Pro 2 20000Hz

Mpow Flame S ✗

JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device produces high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Live Pro 2 93dB/mW

Mpow Flame S ✗

SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Live Pro 2's measurement is 93dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

JBL Live Pro 2 10hours

Mpow Flame S 12hours

JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is 10 hours, a device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Mpow Flame S's battery life is more than that of JBL Live Pro 2 by 2 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JBL Live Pro 2 30hours

Mpow Flame S ✗

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and JBL Live Pro 2's case has a charge of 30 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.

Charge Time

JBL Live Pro 2 2hours

Mpow Flame S ✗

It requires 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Live Pro 2's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Battery Power

JBL Live Pro 2 65mAh

Mpow Flame S ✗

JBL Live Pro 2's battery capacity is 65mAh, battery capacity, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.

Has Wireless Charging

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✗

JBL Live Pro 2, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✓

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

Mpow Flame S too have a battery level indicator, these allow you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✗

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

Bluetooth Version

JBL Live Pro 2 v5.2

Mpow Flame S v5

JBL Live Pro 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.

Mpow Flame S has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of JBL Live Pro 2 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Live Pro 2 10meters

Mpow Flame S 10meters

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

Mpow Flame S have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Live Pro 2

Has Aac

JBL Live Pro 2 ✗

Mpow Flame S ✓

Mpow Flame S support AAC, a codec 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 a similar bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Mpow Flame S will work fine with your iPad. If you are planning on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

Has Ldac

JBL Live Pro 2 ✗

Mpow Flame S ✓

The Mpow Flame S support LDAC, a codec developed by Sony which allows streaming high-resolution audio over Bluetooth connections at up to 990 kbps at 32 bit/96 kHz. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high-resolution audio.

Has Aptx Adaptive

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✓

JBL Live Pro 2 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

Mpow Flame S support APTX Adaptive as well which implies that both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as reducing interference from other devices.

Has Aptx Low Latency

JBL Live Pro 2 ✗

Mpow Flame S ✓

Mpow Flame S support APTX Low Latency, a codec developed by Qualcomm. It uses Bluetooth 5.0 technology to provide low latency audio (around 40ms), which is useful when you want to avoid audio lag for example when playing games.

Has Aptx Hd

JBL Live Pro 2 ✗

Mpow Flame S ✓

The Mpow Flame S support APTX HD, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It supports high-quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

JBL Live Pro 2 6only

Mpow Flame S ✗

The JBL Live Pro 2 have 6 microphones.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✓

The JBL Live Pro 2 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Mpow Flame S too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.

Mic Sensitivity

JBL Live Pro 2 -38dBV/Pa

Mpow Flame S ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The vastness 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 sound that the earbud microphone can pick up.

JBL Live Pro 2
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Has Ambient Sound Mode

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✓

JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing them

The Mpow Flame S support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✓

The JBL Live Pro 2 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

The Mpow Flame S too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✓

If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the JBL Live Pro 2 support the find earbuds feature.

The Mpow Flame S too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to help you find them.

Supports Fast Charging

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✓

JBL Live Pro 2 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

Also the Mpow Flame S 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

JBL Live Pro 2 2only

Mpow Flame S ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✓

JBL Live Pro 2 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Mpow Flame S also support this function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✓

The JBL Live Pro 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

The Mpow Flame S too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

JBL Live Pro 2 1Years

Mpow Flame S ✗

The JBL Live Pro 2 have a warranty period of 1 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

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✓

JBL Live Pro 2 have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

Mpow Flame S too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Mpow Flame S ✓

JBL Live Pro 2 come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your bag without a casing can easily damage them.

Mpow Flame S also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	JBL Live Pro 2	Mpow Flame S
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX5	IPX7
	weight	9.6g	✗
	has no wires or cables	✓	✗
	wingtips included	✗	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	✗
	lowest frequency	20Hz	✗
	highest frequency	20000Hz	✗
	sound pressure level	93dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	10hours	12hours
	battery life of charging case	30hours	✗
	charge time	2hours	✗
	battery power	65mAh	✗
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✗
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✗	✓
	has ldac	✗	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✓
	has aptx low latency	✗	✓
	has aptx hd	✗	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	✗
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	-38dBV/Pa	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	1Years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

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

Battery Power

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Ldac

Has Aptx Adaptive

Has Aptx Low Latency

Has Aptx Hd

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

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