IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IP68, the JBL Reflect Aero's rating is read as, the first number of 6 denotes that they are completely dust proof, and of liquids that they are protected against the effects of continuous immersion in water, ingress of water in quantities causing harmful effects shall not be possible. Conditions should be more severe than for numeral 7..
Compared to the JBL Reflect Aero, JBL Live Free 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Live Free 2 has a lower liquid rating than JBL Reflect Aero
The JBL Reflect Aero have a weight of 13g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g
weigh less than the JBL Reflect Aero by -3.2g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, JBL Reflect Aero are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds together. JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds .
JBL Reflect Aero have wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.
JBL Reflect Aero have sweat resistance
JBL Live Free 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
The JBL Reflect Aero are both dustproof and water-resistant. JBL Reflect Aero have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both JBL Live Free 2 and JBL Reflect Aero have stereo speakers
ANC utilises advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise.
ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero which results in a reduced level of noise.
The JBL Reflect Aero have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.
The JBL Live Free 2 too have ANC which makes both devices ideal for flights and morning travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time. The JBL Reflect Aero sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down background noise while preventing the device sound from leaking out at the same.
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The JBL Reflect Aero driver unit is 6.8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the sound produced by the device.
JBL Live Free 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JBL Reflect Aero by 4.2mm
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. The JBL Reflect Aero's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The JBL Reflect Aero's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can generate equal treble
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL Reflect Aero's measurement is 99dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
JBL Live Free 2's sound pressure level measurement is 102dB/mW. The sound pressure level, a device is can be considered differently by different persons, so we need to have a way of getting an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. The JBL Reflect Aero's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge.
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. JBL Live Free 2's battery life is
less than that of JBL Reflect Aero by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
This is given by the manufacturer, and JBL Reflect Aero's case has a full charge of 16 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself. JBL Live Free 2's charging case has a battery life of 28 hours,
more than that of JBL Reflect Aero by 12 hours
It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the JBL Reflect Aero's battery.
It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. The JBL Reflect Aero have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case.
JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The JBL Reflect Aero support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. JBL Live Free 2 too support USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets. JBL Reflect Aero have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. JBL Live Free 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the JBL Reflect Aero
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
JBL Reflect Aero have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. JBL Live Free 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JBL Reflect Aero
JBL Reflect Aero have 6 microphones. The JBL Live Free 2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the JBL Reflect Aero
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
The JBL Reflect Aero use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The JBL Live Free 2 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.
The JBL Reflect Aero support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The JBL Live Free 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful 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. The JBL Reflect Aero support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device.
Also the JBL Live Free 2 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.
JBL Reflect Aero have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The JBL Live Free 2 also have the mute function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.
With the JBL Reflect Aero, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. The JBL Live Free 2 also have a control panel on them. The JBL Reflect Aero have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. JBL Live Free 2 also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the device. JBL Reflect Aero come with a special pouch.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your bag without a casing can easily damage them. JBL Live Free 2 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
