JBL Pulse 5
See price on AmazonOverall Score 5.9 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Denon Home 150
See price on AmazonOverall Score 5.9 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | JBL Pulse 5 | Denon Home 150 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP67 | ✗ |
volume | ✗ | 2,692.8cm³ | |
weight | 960g | 1,700g | |
height | 96.5mm | 187mm | |
width | 223mm | 120mm | |
thickness | 94mm | 120mm | |
is dust proof and water resistant | ✓ | ✗ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has a subwoofer | ✓ | ✓ |
size of subwoofer | ✗ | 89mm | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✗ | |
driver unit size | ✗ | 25mm | |
drivers count | ✗ | 2only | |
has a passive radiator | ✓ | ✗ | |
lowest frequency | 70Hz | ✗ | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 12hours | ✗ |
charge time | 4hours | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
operating power consumption | ✗ | 20W | |
standby mode power consumption | ✗ | 0.3W | |
CONNECTIVITY | multipoint count | 2only | ✗ |
can be used wirelessly | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a detachable cable | ✗ | ✓ | |
has an aux input | ✓ | ✓ | |
has bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ | |
bluetooth version | v5.1 | ✗ | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
supports wi-fi | ✗ | ✓ | |
has usb type-c | ✓ | ✗ | |
usb ports | 1only | 1only | |
EXTRAS | has a mobile app | ✓ | ✓ |
has voice commands | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a radio | ✗ | ✓ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
has airplay | ✗ | ✓ | |
has a remote control | ✗ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
See price on Amazon | See price on Amazon |
Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection offered by an electrical enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two numerals The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquid.
Scoring IP67, the JBL Pulse 5's rating is read as, the first number of 6 denotes that they are completely dust proof, and the second number of 7 means that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes.
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space taken up by the product's body or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies. Denon Home 150 takes up 2,692.8cm³, it is important to know the space that the speaker occupies just so as to ensure that it will fit with ease into the available space next to your other gadgets.
We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
The Denon Home 150, at 1,700g
weigh less than the JBL Pulse 5 by g.
Commonly a genuine quality system is a little bit heavier than average quality products though If you want to change the position of the soundbar after some time, then you should aim to purchase a lighter soundbar.
The height represents the vertical dimension of a device, JBL Pulse 5 has a height of 96.5mm.
Denon Home 150, at 187mm
is longer in height than the JBL Pulse 5 with a difference 90.5mm
This represents the horizontal dimension of a device, JBL Pulse 5 has a width of 223mm.
The Denon Home 150, at 120mm
is smaller in width than the JBL Pulse 5 with a difference -103mm
The thickness (or depth) of JBL Pulse 5 is 94mm, to know the thickness of the speaker you divide its volume(space occupied) by the surface area( length by width)
Denon Home 150 has a thickness of 120mm,
meaning that it is thicker than the JBL Pulse 5 with a difference 26mm
The JBL Pulse 5 is dustproof and water-resistant. A water-resistant device can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, if it is to be submerged in the water this is usually set to a given depth and for a specific time period.
A subwoofer is a speaker that delivers lower frequencies in the range of 20 -200Hz, the low frequencies are produced by instruments such as pipe organs, bass guitars, even the kick drums, and any explosive sound effects say in a movie. Devices that have a subwoofer inbuilt give a richer bass sound when listening to bass-heavy music like hip hop.
Both the Denon Home 150 and JBL Pulse 5 have a subwoofer
Bigger subwoofers are capable of producing deeper bass sounds. Denon Home 150 has a 89 mm subwoofer
JBL Pulse 5 has stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Pulse 5's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, its size dictates the loudness of the headphone. Denon Home 150 driver unit is 25mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
A speaker driver is an individual transducer that converts electrical energy to sound waves. Drivers come in different sizes and modes, but generally, you'll find three types: tweeter driver, which handles the high-frequency treble range (above 2,000 Hz), and midrange driver: which handles the midrange frequencies (200 Hz to 2,000 Hz). Woofer driver: handles the low-frequency bass range (below 200 Hz).
Based on the frequencies they handle more drivers may result in better sound quality, Denon Home 150 has 2 only.
A passive radiator is a type of driver in speakers that can get extra power and resonance from a speaker system, usually used in smaller speaker systems. This radiator is called passive because it is not powered by electricity but by air pressure found in speaker cones.
The sound vibrations produced by a passive radiator depend on its mass and the size of its enclosure. It is usually used in combination with a woofer to produce deep, resonant tones that would normally be produced by speakers in large boxes powered by AC.
Low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device reproduces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. JBL Pulse 5's lowest frequency is at 70Hz, the lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
High frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device reproduces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on the way through. JBL Pulse 5's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, the higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
Your speaker's battery life will reduce over time while in use, the 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. JBL Pulse 5's battery life is 12 hours
It takes 4 hours to fully charge the JBL Pulse 5's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using it for the first time or when they have been unused for extended periods.
JBL Pulse 5 has a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your speaker.
Denon Home 150 too has a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your speaker, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
The amount of power a speaker uses depends on the loudness of the audio being played, its sensitivity, and the amplifier's volume. Operating power consumption is how much power the device consumes when it's in use. Denon Home 150's operating power consumption is 20W
Also known as a device's energy-saving mode, the power consumption in standby mode measures the amount of power the device consumes when shut down but still plugged in. Denon Home 150 has a standby mode power consumption of 0.3W
JBL Pulse 5 support multipoint, which allows you to link to more Bluetooth devices and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
JBL Pulse 5 can be used wirelessly, wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
The Denon Home 150 also can be used wirelessly
Detachable cables are cables that have connectors on both ends. One end goes into your headphone earpieces, while the other end is inserted into an audio source. Some new headphones, and not just the expensive ones, are coming with detachable cables, Denon Home 150 is one of those.
An auxiliary input allows you to play other audio sources by connecting them through a simple audio connection like a 3.5mm jack
Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows you to easily transfer data between different devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and computers.
Both the Denon Home 150 and the JBL Pulse 5 have Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. JBL Pulse 5 has a v5.1
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology standard that is used for exchanging data between fixed and mobile devices over short distances. The JBL Pulse 5 can connect at a 10meters distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.
The Denon Home 150 can connect at a 10meters distance via Bluetooth
Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that allows devices such as computers, and mobile devices .i.e smartphones and wearables to connect and interact with other devices on the internet, the Denon Home 150 can connect to Wi-Fi.
JBL Pulse 5 supports USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power on a single cable. The USB-C plug is now part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets, it features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices, like those you save your music on, JBL Pulse 5 has 1 only
Denon Home 150 has 1 USB ports
You can use your smartphone as a remote control for the device through a dedicated app. By this, you can alter settings, unlock features, and get real-time updates so you can always listen to your music the best way you see fit.
You can use your voice to control key functions of the JBL Pulse 5 and you can easily access it without pushing any button but just giving it voice commands.
The Denon Home 150 supports this feature, it has voice commands.
A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
With voice prompts, the device notifies you via audio messages, say its battery is running low it will notify you that it's time to recharge the device.
AirPlay allows wireless connection of Apple devices with external screens or speakers.
A remote control allows you to control the device remotely without moving to the device.
There is a control panel on the JBL Pulse 5 body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
The Denon Home 150 too have a control panel on them.