Jbl Reflect Aero Tws Vs. Sony Linkbuds S Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JBL Reflect Aero TWS IP68

Sony LinkBuds S IPX4

IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IP68, the JBL Reflect Aero TWS's rating is read as, the first value of 6 denotes that they are completely dust proof, and the second value 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

Weight

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 13g

Sony LinkBuds S 9.6g

JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a weight of 13g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

Sony LinkBuds S, at 9.6g weigh less than the JBL Reflect Aero TWS with a difference -3.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JBL Reflect Aero TWS are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds together.

Sony LinkBuds S also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the two earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 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 Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS have sweat resistance

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

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS are both dustproof and water-resistant.

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Reflect Aero TWS's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Sony LinkBuds S also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Active noise cancellation uses more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero which results in a reduced level of noise.

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.

Sony LinkBuds S too have ANC making both devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that enhances your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS sit well in place, creating a sound seal that reduces your environment noise well as preventing the device voice audio from leaking out at the same.

Both Sony LinkBuds S, and JBL Reflect Aero TWS have passive noise reduction this implies that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 6.8mm

Sony LinkBuds S 5mm

JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a unit size of 6.8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the loudness of the earbuds.

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 , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 20Hz

Sony LinkBuds S 20Hz

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Sony LinkBuds S's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 20,000Hz

Sony LinkBuds S 40,000Hz

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any 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 produce a clearer and crispier treble than the JBL Reflect Aero TWS

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 99dB/mW

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured 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.

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Battery Life

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 8hours

Sony LinkBuds S 6hours

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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Sony LinkBuds S's battery life is less than that of JBL Reflect Aero TWS by 2 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 16hours

Sony LinkBuds S 14hours

This is given by the vendor, and the JBL Reflect Aero TWS's case is said to have a charge of 16 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging 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

Charge Time

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 1.5hours

Sony LinkBuds S 2hours

It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the JBL Reflect Aero TWS's battery. It is recommended to fully charge 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

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.

Sony LinkBuds S too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Sony LinkBuds S too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

JBL Reflect Aero TWS v5.2

Sony LinkBuds S v5.2

JBL Reflect Aero TWS have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, 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.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 10meters

Sony LinkBuds S 10meters

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Sony LinkBuds S have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Reflect Aero TWS

Has Aac

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Sony LinkBuds S support AAC, a codec that is 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 Sony LinkBuds S will work well with your iPad. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

Has Ldac

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Sony LinkBuds 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.

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Number Of Microphones

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 6only

Sony LinkBuds S 6only

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 help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing them

The Sony LinkBuds S support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Sony LinkBuds S support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Sony LinkBuds S support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

The Sony LinkBuds S too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just 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.

Has A Mute Function

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Sony LinkBuds S also support this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

With 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 Sony LinkBuds S also have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

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 have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your bag without a cover may easily damage them.

Sony LinkBuds S too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	JBL Reflect Aero TWS	Sony LinkBuds S
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP68	IPX4
	weight	13g	9.6g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✓	✗
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	is dust proof and water-resistant	✓	✗
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	6.8mm	5mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	40,000Hz
	sound pressure level	99dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	8hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	16hours	14hours
	charge time	1.5hours	2hours
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✗	✓
	has ldac	✗	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✗	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✗	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Jbl Reflect Aero Tws Vs. Sony Linkbuds S Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

Sweat Resistance

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

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

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Ldac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included