IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by a casing, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
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 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 TWS
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.
The Sony WF C500, at 10.8g
are lighter than the JBL Reflect Aero TWS with a difference -2.2g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, JBL Reflect Aero TWS are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
Sony WF C500 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
JBL Reflect Aero TWS have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit. JBL Reflect Aero TWS are resistant to sweat
Sony WF C500's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during 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, what this means is that JBL Reflect Aero TWS's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Sony WF C500 also have stereo speakers
ANC uses advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it.
In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero thus "diluting" the noise.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds. The JBL Reflect Aero TWS stay well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out .
Both Sony WF C500, and JBL Reflect Aero TWS have passive noise reduction which implies that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC 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. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound made by the earbuds. 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 TWS by 1mm
, a common assumption 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 indicate that they produce better quality sound. JBL Reflect Aero TWS's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal bass
JBL Reflect Aero TWS's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure 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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Sony WF C500's battery life is
more than that of JBL Reflect Aero TWS by 2 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, 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 a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many 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 TWS by 6 hours
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 when they have been unused for extended periods. Sony WF C500 takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of JBL Reflect Aero TWS by 1 hours
JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your device and case.
Sony WF C500 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. JBL Reflect Aero TWS support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Sony WF C500 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 allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Sony WF C500 has a Bluetooth version of 5,
older than that of JBL Reflect Aero TWS
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Sony WF C500 have a maximum range of 9meters,
less than that of JBL Reflect Aero TWS by 1meters
JBL Reflect Aero TWS have 6 microphones. Sony WF C500 microphones are 2,
less than that of JBL Reflect Aero TWS by 4
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the desired sound. JBL Reflect Aero TWS support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
JBL Reflect Aero TWS support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
Sony WF C500 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sony WF C500 too have this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. The Sony WF C500 too have a control panel on them. JBL Reflect Aero TWS support voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. Sony WF C500 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device. JBL Reflect Aero TWS come with their own special pouch.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Sony WF C500 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
