A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JBL Tune 225TWS ✗

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 IPX4

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

Having a value of IPX4, the BLX Earbuds Gen 1's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Weight

JBL Tune 225TWS 9.8g

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 44.5g

The JBL Tune 225TWS have a weight of 9.8g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.

BLX Earbuds Gen 1, at 44.5g are heavier than the JBL Tune 225TWS with a difference of 34.7g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JBL Tune 225TWS ✓

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JBL Tune 225TWS are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together.

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the two earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

JBL Tune 225TWS ✗

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 ✓

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 have sweat resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Tune 225TWS ✓

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 ✓

JBL Tune 225TWS have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Tune 225TWS's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both BLX Earbuds Gen 1 and JBL Tune 225TWS have stereo speakers

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Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL Tune 225TWS ✓

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 ✓

The JBL Tune 225TWS sit tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down background noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Tune 225TWS 12mm

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 ✗

JBL Tune 225TWS driver unit is 12mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size dictates the sound made by the device.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Tune 225TWS 20Hz

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 20Hz

JBL Tune 225TWS's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

BLX Earbuds Gen 1's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

JBL Tune 225TWS 20000Hz

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 20000Hz

JBL Tune 225TWS's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.

BLX Earbuds Gen 1's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this implies that both devices generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Tune 225TWS 105dB/mW

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 ✗

SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL Tune 225TWS's measurement is 105dB/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 Tune 225TWS 5hours

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 4.5hours

The JBL Tune 225TWS's battery life is 5 hours, these last less than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

BLX Earbuds Gen 1's battery life is less than that of JBL Tune 225TWS by 0.5 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JBL Tune 225TWS 20hours

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 13.5hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and JBL Tune 225TWS's case has a charge of 20 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.

BLX Earbuds Gen 1's charging case has a battery life of 13.5 hours, less than that of JBL Tune 225TWS by 6.5 hours

Charge Time

JBL Tune 225TWS 2hours

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 1hours

It requires 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Tune 225TWS's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods.

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JBL Tune 225TWS by 1 hours

Battery Power

JBL Tune 225TWS ✗

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 40mAh

BLX Earbuds Gen 1's battery power is 40mAh, battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Tune 225TWS ✓

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 ✓

The JBL Tune 225TWS have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

JBL Tune 225TWS ✓

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 ✗

The JBL Tune 225TWS have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

JBL Tune 225TWS v5

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 v5.1

The JBL Tune 225TWS have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 has a Bluetooth version of 5.1, newer than that of JBL Tune 225TWS . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Tune 225TWS 10meters

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 10meters

The JBL Tune 225TWS have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Tune 225TWS

Has Aac

JBL Tune 225TWS ✓

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 ✓

JBL Tune 225TWS support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL Tune 225TWS 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.

The BLX Earbuds Gen 1 support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

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Number Of Microphones

JBL Tune 225TWS 4only

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 2only

JBL Tune 225TWS have 4 microphones.

The BLX Earbuds Gen 1 microphones are 2, less than that of JBL Tune 225TWS by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise.

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Supports Fast Charging

JBL Tune 225TWS ✓

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 ✗

The JBL Tune 225TWS support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device.

Has A Mute Function

JBL Tune 225TWS ✓

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 ✗

The JBL Tune 225TWS have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JBL Tune 225TWS ✓

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 ✓

With the JBL Tune 225TWS, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 too have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

JBL Tune 225TWS ✓

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 ✓

JBL Tune 225TWS have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

The BLX Earbuds Gen 1 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

JBL Tune 225TWS ✓

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 ✓

The JBL Tune 225TWS come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

BLX Earbuds Gen 1 also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Battery Power

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Extras

Supports Fast Charging

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

Related Reviews

Category	Features	JBL Tune 225TWS	BLX Earbuds Gen 1
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	✗	IPX4
	weight	9.8g	44.5g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✗	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	12mm	✗
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20000Hz	20000Hz
	sound pressure level	105dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	5hours	4.5hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	13.5hours
	charge time	2hours	1hours
	battery power	✗	40mAh
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✗
	bluetooth version	v5	v5.1
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	4only	2only
EXTRAS	supports fast charging	✓	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✗
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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