Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Jbl Live Free 2 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JBL Tune Flex IPX4

JBL Live Free 2 IPX5

Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that 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 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, JBL Live Free 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, JBL Live Free 2 has a higher liquid rating than JBL Tune Flex

Weight

JBL Tune Flex 9.6g

JBL Live Free 2 9.8g

JBL Tune Flex have a weight of 9.6g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to carry.

JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g are heavier than the JBL Tune Flex with a difference of 0.2g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables 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 key distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds together.

JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the 2 earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex are resistant to sweat

JBL Live Free 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

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 JBL Live Free 2 also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

ANC uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.

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 earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.

The JBL Live Free 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation making both earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning travels. The JBL Tune Flex and JBL Live Free 2 operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Tune Flex stay tightly in place, creating a sound covering that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out at the same.

Both JBL Live Free 2, and JBL Tune Flex have passive noise reduction which implies that they reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Tune Flex 12mm

JBL Live Free 2 11mm

The JBL Tune Flex have a unit size of 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, its size determines the sound made by the device.

JBL Live Free 2 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Tune Flex 20Hz

JBL Live Free 2 20Hz

JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

JBL Tune Flex 20,000Hz

JBL Live Free 2 20,000Hz

JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device makes high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.

JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Tune Flex 108dB/mW

JBL Live Free 2 102dB/mW

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 Live Free 2's sound pressure level measurement is 102dB/mW. How loud something is can be perceived differently by separate persons, so we need to have the means to get a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.

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Battery Life

JBL Tune Flex 8hours

JBL Live Free 2 7hours

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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

JBL Live Free 2's battery life is less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JBL Tune Flex 24hours

JBL Live Free 2 28hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and 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.

JBL Live Free 2's charging case has a battery life of 28 hours, more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 4 hours

Charge Time

JBL Tune Flex 2hours

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Tune Flex's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Tune Flex have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your device and charging case.

JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Tune Flex use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

JBL Live Free 2 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

JBL Tune Flex v5.2

JBL Live Free 2 v5.2

The 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.

JBL Live Free 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Tune Flex 10meters

JBL Live Free 2 10meters

The JBL Tune Flex have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

JBL Live Free 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex

Has Aac

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

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 iPad. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

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Number Of Microphones

JBL Tune Flex 4only

JBL Live Free 2 6only

JBL Tune Flex have 4 microphones.

The JBL Live Free 2 microphones are 6, more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The JBL Live Free 2 too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.

Mic Sensitivity

JBL Tune Flex -38dBV/Pa

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

The JBL Tune Flex microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The amount 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.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

The JBL Live Free 2 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.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the JBL Tune Flex support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

Also the JBL Live Free 2 too 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 can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

JBL Tune Flex 2only

JBL Live Free 2 2only

JBL Tune Flex support 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 having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

The JBL Live Free 2 have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another device.

Has A Mute Function

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The JBL Live Free 2 also support this function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Tune Flex, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

JBL Live Free 2 too have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

JBL Live Free 2 also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Tune Flex come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

JBL Live Free 2 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	JBL Tune Flex	JBL Live Free 2
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX5
	weight	9.6g	9.8g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	12mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	108dB/mW	102dB/mW
POWER	battery life	8hours	7hours
	battery life of charging case	24hours	28hours
	charge time	2hours	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	4only	6only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	-38dBV/Pa	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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