Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Jbl Wave Buds Review

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection given by a casing, against dust and liquids. 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).

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 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. In comparison to the JBL Tune Flex, JBL Wave Buds have a rating of IP54 meaning that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety 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 because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

JBL Wave Buds, at 9g are lighter than the JBL Tune Flex with a difference -0.6g True wireless devices 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 pair of earbuds . JBL Wave Buds also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the two earbuds together. JBL Tune Flex have sweat resistance JBL Wave Buds'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 separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both JBL Wave Buds and JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.

The JBL Tune Flex have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds. The JBL Wave Buds too have ANC which makes both devices ideal for flights and morning travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that enhances your relaxation time.

The JBL Tune Flex sit tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background sounds while preventing the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. JBL Tune Flex driver unit is 12mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.

A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the loudness of the device. JBL Wave Buds driver unit is 8mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Tune Flex by 4mm , 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 indicate 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 audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means 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 an audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. JBL Wave Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal treble The sound pressure level, is the pressure level 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. JBL Wave Buds's sound pressure level measurement is 100dB/mW. The sound pressure level, a device is can be perceived differently by separate people, so we need to have a way of getting an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.

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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. JBL Wave Buds's battery life is equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time.

The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the vendor, and JBL Tune Flex's case is said to have 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.

JBL Wave Buds'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. JBL Wave Buds 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 shows you when the device has a low battery.

Its lights show the charging status of your earbuds and charging case. JBL Wave Buds too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. JBL Tune Flex use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

JBL Wave Buds too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. JBL Tune Flex have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

JBL Wave Buds has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The JBL Tune Flex have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. JBL Wave Buds 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 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 well with your iPad.

If you intend 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 JBL Wave Buds 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 JBL Wave Buds microphones are 2, less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise. The JBL Tune Flex use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The JBL Wave Buds too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments. 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 measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the earbud microphone can recognize. JBL Wave Buds microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa.

Microphone sensitivity is a measurement of a microphone's efficiency as a transducer. The JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing them The JBL Wave Buds 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 still want to be able to hear traffic. When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the JBL Tune Flex support the find earbuds feature.

The JBL Wave Buds too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to locate them. The JBL Tune Flex support fast charging.

Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. Also the JBL Wave Buds too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster.

For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is 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 seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

The JBL Wave Buds 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 and not miss notifications from another device. JBL Tune Flex have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The JBL Wave Buds also have this function.

It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice. The JBL Tune Flex, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. JBL Wave Buds also have a control panel on them.

JBL Tune Flex have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. JBL Wave Buds too support voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

The JBL Tune Flex come with a special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. JBL Wave Buds too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.