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

Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of 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 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. Compared 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 prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), at 10.6g weigh more than the JBL Tune Flex by of 1g True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JBL Tune Flex are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds . JBL Tune Flex are resistant to sweat Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal 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 independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced technology to actively cancel noise.

How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero which results in a reduced level of noise.

The JBL Tune Flex have Active Noise Cancellation 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 sounds.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. The JBL Tune Flex and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that suits your travel or that suites your chill time. The JBL Tune Flex sit well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the device music from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

The JBL Tune Flex have a unit size of 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, its size corellates with the sound produced by the device. 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 , many people have a misconception 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound. JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass The JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component generates high audible 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 level of pressure of sound, 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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, 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 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 Tune Flex's case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple 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 requires 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 JBL Tune Flex have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The JBL Tune Flex use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. The JBL Tune Flex have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables 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. 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 Flex will work fine 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.

JBL Tune Flex have 4 microphones. 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 earbuds to filter out noise. JBL Tune Flex use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments. The JBL Tune Flex microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa.

The magnitude of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the microphone can recognize. JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but still want to be able to hear traffic.

If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, JBL Tune Flex support the find earbuds feature. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your earbuds to help you locate them.

The JBL Tune Flex support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Also the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too 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 can be charged to 50% in 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) 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 and not miss notifications from another connected device. JBL Tune Flex have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support this function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. The JBL Tune Flex, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a control panel on them. The JBL Tune Flex have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device. The JBL Tune Flex come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a casing may easily damage them.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.