Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring 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 of liquids 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, 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
The JBL Tune Flex have a weight of 9.6g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to transport.
The JBL Wave Buds, at 9g
are lighter than the JBL Tune Flex by -0.6g
True wireless devices have no wires 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 since wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds together. JBL Wave Buds also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the two earbuds .
JBL Tune Flex have sweat resistance
JBL Wave Buds's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during 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 separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The JBL Wave Buds also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.
JBL Tune Flex have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds. JBL Wave Buds too have ANC making both devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that enhances your relaxation time.
The JBL Tune Flex stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down background noise well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. The JBL Tune Flex driver unit is 12mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the loudness of the earbuds.
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 it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. The JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal bass
The JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. JBL Wave Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can generate equal treble
The sound pressure level, 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.
JBL Wave Buds's sound pressure level measurement is 100dB/mW. How loud a device is can be perceived differently by separate persons, so we need to have a way of getting an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. 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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, 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
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and JBL Tune Flex's case has a full 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 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 fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods. JBL Wave Buds takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex
JBL Tune Flex have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your device and case.
JBL Wave Buds too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. JBL Tune Flex have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. JBL Wave Buds too have 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 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.
JBL Tune Flex have a 10meters distance to connect 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 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 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 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. JBL Tune Flex have 4 microphones.
The JBL Wave Buds microphones are 2,
less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise. The JBL Tune Flex use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The JBL Wave Buds too use a noise-canceling microphone.
This is useful in noisy environments. JBL Tune Flex microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The extent 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. While the JBL Wave Buds microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. Microphone sensitivity is a measurement of a microphone's efficiency on how well it converts voices to electrical energy.
The JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The JBL Wave Buds support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic. When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the JBL Tune Flex have a find earbuds feature. The JBL Wave Buds also have the find earbuds feature.
Simply use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to help you find them. The JBL Tune Flex support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device.
The JBL Wave Buds 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.
The JBL Tune Flex have a 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 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 without missing notifications from another connected device.
The JBL Tune Flex have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The JBL Wave Buds too support this function. It means that you are in position 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. JBL Wave Buds also have a control panel on them. JBL Tune Flex have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. JBL Wave Buds also support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them. JBL Tune Flex come with a special case.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. JBL Wave Buds also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
