Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Bose Quietcomfort 2 Review

IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the JBL Tune Flex's rating for solids indicates 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, Bose QuietComfort 2 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 The JBL Tune Flex have a weight of 9.6g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

The Bose QuietComfort 2, at 12.5g weigh more than the JBL Tune Flex by of 2.9g True wireless devices 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 a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds together. Bose QuietComfort 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the two earbuds together.

JBL Tune Flex have sweat resistance Bose QuietComfort 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good 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, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Bose QuietComfort 2 also have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to counter it.

In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero thus "diluting" the noise.

JBL Tune Flex have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both devices ideal for flights and rush hour travels.

The JBL Tune Flex and Bose QuietComfort 2 operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that enhances your relaxation time. The JBL Tune Flex stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that both limit 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, and can produce better bass.

The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the loudness of the device. Bose QuietComfort 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2.7mm , 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.

The JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Bose QuietComfort 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices produce equal bass JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device produces high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. Bose QuietComfort 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can generate 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. 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 given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Bose QuietComfort 2'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 not 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 manufacturer, and JBL Tune Flex's case has 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. Bose QuietComfort 2's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours, less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 6 hours 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.

Bose QuietComfort 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex 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 state of your device and case. Bose QuietComfort 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

JBL Tune Flex support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Bose QuietComfort 2 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.

The 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. Bose QuietComfort 2 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.

Bose QuietComfort 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex JBL Tune Flex support AAC, a codec that is 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 intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Bose QuietComfort 2 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 Bose QuietComfort 2 microphones are 8, more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 4 . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

JBL Tune Flex use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

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 calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the earbud microphone can recognize.

The JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them The Bose QuietComfort 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic. When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the JBL Tune Flex have a find earbuds feature. The Bose QuietComfort 2 also have the find earbuds feature.

Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to help you find them. JBL Tune Flex support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Bose QuietComfort 2 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, 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 seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Bose QuietComfort 2 support multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss 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 earbuds. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too support this function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's 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 Bose QuietComfort 2 also have a control panel on them. JBL Tune Flex support voice prompts.

Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. The Bose QuietComfort 2 also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them. The JBL Tune Flex come with a special case.

Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your bag without a casing may easily damage them. Bose QuietComfort 2 also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.