Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Review

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

Scoring IPX4, the JBL Tune Flex's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. In comparison to the JBL Tune Flex, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids JBL Tune Flex have a weight of 9.6g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), at 10.6g weigh more than the JBL Tune Flex with a difference of 1g True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JBL Tune Flex are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the two earbuds together.

JBL Tune Flex are resistant to sweat Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Tune Flex's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have stereo speakers ANC uses advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out.

In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.

The JBL Tune Flex have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have ANC which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and morning travels.

Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your travel or that enhances your chill time. The JBL Tune Flex sit tightly in place, this creates an acoustic covering that tones down your environment sounds while preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that both reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. JBL Tune Flex have a unit size of 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.

A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound produced by the device. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

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

The JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal bass The JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices generate equal treble SPL, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL Tune Flex's measurement is 108dB/mW.

Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. JBL Tune Flex'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.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing 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. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the JBL Tune Flex's case has a charge of 24 hours.

A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Tune Flex's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1 hours The JBL Tune Flex have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your device and charging case. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

JBL Tune Flex use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. JBL Tune Flex have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of JBL Tune Flex . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

JBL Tune Flex have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex JBL Tune Flex support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.

Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL Tune Flex 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 Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 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. The JBL Tune Flex have 4 microphones.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) microphones are 6, more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise. JBL Tune Flex use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too use a noise-canceling microphone.

Especially useful in noisy environments. The JBL Tune Flex microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The vastness of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity.

It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the earbud microphone can recognize. JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing them The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic. If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, JBL Tune Flex have a find earbuds feature.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to help you locate them. JBL Tune Flex support fast charging.

Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device. Also the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster.

For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. JBL Tune Flex support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another connected device. JBL Tune Flex have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have this function.

It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. With the JBL Tune Flex, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have a control panel on them.

JBL Tune Flex support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

The JBL Tune Flex come with their own special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover may easily damage them. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.