IP ratings is the rating of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IP68, the JBL Reflect Aero'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..
In comparison to the JBL Reflect Aero, Sony WF C500 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Sony WF C500 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 more comfortable to carry.
The Sony WF C500, at 10.8g
are lighter than the JBL Reflect Aero by -2.2g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, JBL Reflect Aero are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together. Sony WF C500 also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the pair of earbuds together.
The JBL Reflect Aero come with wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit. JBL Reflect Aero have sweat resistance
Sony WF C500's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
JBL Reflect Aero are both dustproof and water-resistant. JBL Reflect Aero have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Reflect Aero's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Sony WF C500 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero therefore "diluting" the noise.
The JBL Reflect Aero have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds. JBL Reflect Aero stay well in place, creating a sound seal that reduces your environment noise while preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. JBL Reflect Aero have a unit size of 6.8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the loudness of the device. Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Reflect Aero by 1mm
, 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 it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.
JBL Reflect Aero's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
JBL Reflect Aero's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through. Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level 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 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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Sony WF C500's battery life is
more than that of JBL Reflect Aero by 2 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the vendor, and the JBL Reflect Aero's case is said to have a 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. Sony WF C500's charging case has a battery life of 10 hours,
less than that of JBL Reflect Aero by 6 hours
It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the JBL Reflect Aero's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
Sony WF C500 takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of JBL Reflect Aero by 1 hours
The JBL Reflect Aero have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case. Sony WF C500 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
JBL Reflect Aero use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Sony WF C500 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
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. Sony WF C500 has a Bluetooth version of 5,
older than that of JBL Reflect Aero
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. JBL Reflect Aero have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Sony WF C500 have a maximum range of 9meters,
less than that of JBL Reflect Aero by 1meters
JBL Reflect Aero have 6 microphones. The Sony WF C500 microphones are 2,
less than that of JBL Reflect Aero by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds. JBL Reflect Aero use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.
JBL Reflect Aero support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
JBL Reflect Aero support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device. Sony WF C500 too support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. The JBL Reflect Aero have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Sony WF C500 too support the mute function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk. With the JBL Reflect Aero, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
Sony WF C500 also have a control panel on them. The JBL Reflect Aero have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
Sony WF C500 also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds. JBL Reflect Aero come with a special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a cover may easily damage them.
Sony WF C500 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
