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

IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).

Scoring IPX4, the JBL Tune Flex's rating is read as, the first number 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 best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), at 10.6g are heavier than the JBL Tune Flex by of 1g For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, JBL Tune Flex are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the 2 earbuds . JBL Tune Flex are resistant to sweat Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers ANC uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds.

How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

JBL Tune Flex have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have ANC making both earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your commute or that enhances your relaxation time. JBL Tune Flex stay well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces background noise well as preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same.

Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), and JBL Tune Flex have passive noise reduction this implies that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. JBL Tune Flex have a unit size of 12mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1mm , as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices make sound with equal bass The JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device produces high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can 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.

The 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2 hours . Every 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 no longer play for long like they used to. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and JBL Tune Flex's case has a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables 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 when they have been in storage for long periods. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1 hours 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 state of your device and charging case. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. JBL Tune Flex have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

JBL Tune Flex 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. 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. The 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 can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL Tune Flex will work well with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, 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 record better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise.

The JBL Tune Flex use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

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 microphone can recognize.

The 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 the earbuds The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic. When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, JBL Tune Flex have a find earbuds feature. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have the find earbuds feature.

Use the device app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to find them. JBL Tune Flex support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

JBL Tune Flex have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint 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 manually disconnect and reconnect. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support 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 from another connected device.

JBL Tune Flex have a mute function, they have 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 are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

With the JBL Tune Flex, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a control panel on them. The JBL Tune Flex support voice prompts.

Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them. The JBL Tune Flex come with their own special case.

Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your bag without a cover can easily damage them. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.