IP ratings is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring IP68, the JBL Reflect Aero TWS's rating for solids indicates that they are completely dust proof, and the second number of 8 means 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 TWS, Sony LinkBuds S have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Sony LinkBuds S has a lower liquid rating than JBL Reflect Aero TWS
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a weight of 13g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to carry.
The Sony LinkBuds S, at 9.6g
weigh less than the JBL Reflect Aero TWS with a difference -3.4g
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 since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
Sony LinkBuds S also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. JBL Reflect Aero TWS have wingtips, these are reserved 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
Sony LinkBuds S's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS are both dustproof and water-resistant. JBL Reflect Aero TWS 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. The Sony LinkBuds S also have stereo speakers
ANC uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds.
How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.
Sony LinkBuds S too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time. The JBL Reflect Aero TWS stay well in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down background sounds well as preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same.
Both Sony LinkBuds S, and JBL Reflect Aero TWS have passive noise reduction which means that both tone down ambient noise without 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 basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size determines the sound made by the device.
Sony LinkBuds S driver unit is 5mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Reflect Aero TWS by 1.8mm
, 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 yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound. The JBL Reflect Aero TWS's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.
Sony LinkBuds S's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through. Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this implies that
Sony LinkBuds S can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the JBL Reflect Aero TWS
The sound pressure level, 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 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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Sony LinkBuds S's battery life is
less than that of JBL Reflect Aero TWS by 2 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening 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 JBL Reflect Aero TWS's case has a full charge of 16 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.
Sony LinkBuds S's charging case has a battery life of 14 hours,
less than that of JBL Reflect Aero TWS by 2 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. Sony LinkBuds S takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of JBL Reflect Aero TWS by 0.5 hours
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your device and charging case. Sony LinkBuds S too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. JBL Reflect Aero TWS use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Sony LinkBuds S too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. 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.
Sony LinkBuds S 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. Sony LinkBuds S have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JBL Reflect Aero TWS
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have 6 microphones.
The Sony LinkBuds S microphones are 6,
equal to that of the JBL Reflect Aero TWS
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds. JBL Reflect Aero TWS use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the desired sound. JBL Reflect Aero TWS support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The Sony LinkBuds S support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. Sony LinkBuds S support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The Sony LinkBuds S also have this 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 TWS, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
Sony LinkBuds S too have a control panel on them. The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
The Sony LinkBuds S also support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them. The JBL Reflect Aero TWS come with a special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily damage them.
Sony LinkBuds S too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
