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

IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids such as 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 value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means 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 prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), at 10.6g weigh more than the JBL Tune Flex with a difference of 1g For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JBL Tune Flex are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting 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 during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate 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 ANC utilises more advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

The JBL Tune Flex have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that suites your chill time.

The JBL Tune Flex sit well in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that they tone down 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, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, its size determines the loudness of the earbuds.

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 , as many tend to believe 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 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 a particular audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any 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 produce equal treble The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure 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 for a single charge. 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 . 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 manufacturer, and 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 having to recharge 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 highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused 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 device has a low battery.

The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your earbuds and charging case. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. JBL Tune Flex have 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 transfers 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 connecting 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 can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL Tune Flex will work fine with your MacBook. If you are planning 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. While 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 earbuds to filter out background sounds.

The JBL Tune Flex have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too use a noise-canceling type of 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 voice that the microphone can recognize.

JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel 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, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic. When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the JBL Tune Flex support the find earbuds feature. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have the find earbuds feature.

Simply use the device app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to find 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 a device.

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

The JBL Tune Flex support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without 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 from another device.

JBL Tune Flex have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have the mute function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

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

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

Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover may easily damage them. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.