Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Jbl Wave Buds Review

IP ratings refer to the rating of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Scoring 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. 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 JBL Tune Flex have a weight of 9.6g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

The JBL Wave Buds, at 9g weigh less than the JBL Tune Flex with a difference -0.6g True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, JBL Tune Flex are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds . JBL Wave Buds also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. JBL Tune Flex have sweat resistance JBL Wave Buds's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as 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 utilises more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.

The JBL Tune Flex have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise. The JBL Wave Buds too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time.

JBL Tune Flex sit tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces background noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both tone down ambient noise without using technology 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 determines the sound produced by the device.

JBL Wave Buds driver unit is 8mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Tune Flex by 4mm , a common assumption 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. The JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Wave Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal treble SPL, 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 taken differently by different persons, so we need to have a way of getting a standard 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 for a single charge.

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 time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

This is given by the manufacturer, and the 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 many times before having to recharge 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 highly adivsable 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 alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your device and charging case.

JBL Wave Buds too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery. JBL Tune Flex use 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. JBL Tune Flex have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, 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 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.

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 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.

JBL Wave Buds microphones are 2, less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise. JBL Tune Flex have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound. The JBL Wave Buds too use a noise-canceling microphone.

Especially 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 sound 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.

JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even when 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 what’s happening around you, 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, JBL Tune Flex support the find earbuds feature. JBL Wave Buds also have the find earbuds feature.

You can use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to help you find them. JBL Tune Flex support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device.

JBL Wave Buds support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty 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. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The JBL Wave Buds 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.

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 also support the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

With the JBL Tune Flex, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The JBL Wave Buds too have a control panel on them. The JBL Tune Flex have voice prompts.

With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. JBL Wave Buds too have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them. JBL Tune Flex come with their own special case.

Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your pockets without a casing can easily damage them. JBL Wave Buds too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.