IP ratings refer to the level of protection offered by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).
Having a value of IP68, the JBL Reflect Aero TWS's rating for solids indicates 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..
In comparison to the JBL Reflect Aero TWS, 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 Reflect Aero TWS has a higher liquid rating than JBL Live Free 2
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a weight of 13g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g
are lighter than the JBL Reflect Aero TWS with a difference -3.2g
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, JBL Reflect Aero TWS are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds together. JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds .
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS come with wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS are resistant to sweat
JBL Live Free 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
JBL Reflect Aero TWS are both dustproof and water-resistant. JBL Reflect Aero TWS have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The JBL Live Free 2 also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds.
ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.
JBL Live Free 2 too have ANC making either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time. JBL Reflect Aero TWS sit well in place, creating a sound covering that reduces your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same.
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The JBL Reflect Aero TWS driver unit is 6.8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound made by the earbuds.
JBL Live Free 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JBL Reflect Aero TWS by 4.2mm
, as many tend to believe 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. The JBL Reflect Aero TWS's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices produce equal bass
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices produce equal treble
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Reflect Aero TWS'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. How loud something is can be taken differently by separate people, so we need to have a way of getting a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. JBL Reflect Aero TWS'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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. JBL Live Free 2's battery life is
less than that of JBL Reflect Aero TWS by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely 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 vendor, and the JBL Reflect Aero TWS's case has a charge of 16 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple 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 TWS by 12 hours
It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the JBL Reflect Aero TWS's battery.
It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your device and case.
JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. JBL Reflect Aero TWS have USB TYPE-C, a 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 is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. The JBL Reflect Aero TWS 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. JBL Live Free 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the JBL Reflect Aero TWS
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS 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 TWS
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have 6 microphones. JBL Live Free 2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the JBL Reflect Aero TWS
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the desired sound. The JBL Live Free 2 too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The JBL Live Free 2 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 be able to hear traffic. The JBL Reflect Aero TWS support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device.
JBL Live Free 2 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 30 minutes.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a mute function, they support 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 unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. The JBL Live Free 2 too have a control panel on them. JBL Reflect Aero TWS have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. The JBL Live Free 2 too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device. The JBL Reflect Aero TWS come with a special pouch.
Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your pockets without a casing can easily damage them. JBL Live Free 2 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
