Jbl Wave Beam Vs. Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Review

IP ratings is the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IP54, the JBL Wave Beam's rating is read as, the first number of 5 denotes 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 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 Wave Beam, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a rating of IPX4 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids JBL Wave Beam have a weight of 8.8g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), at 10.6g are heavier than the JBL Wave Beam by of 1.8g True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JBL Wave Beam are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds together. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the pair of earbuds together.

JBL Wave Beam are resistant to sweat Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc JBL Wave Beam have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Wave Beam's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and JBL Wave Beam have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation utilises advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to counter it.

Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero thus "diluting" the noise.

The JBL Wave Beam have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have ANC which makes either of the devices ideal for flights and morning commutes.

The JBL Wave Beam and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that enhances your relaxation time. The JBL Wave Beam sit well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down background sounds while preventing the device sound from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that they tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. The JBL Wave Beam have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass.

A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the sound made by the earbuds. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of JBL Wave Beam by 3mm , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

The JBL Wave Beam's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass The JBL Wave Beam's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL Wave Beam's measurement is 100dB/mW.

Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. JBL Wave Beam'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 given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is less than that of JBL Wave Beam by 2 hours . Each time you recharge your device, 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. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and JBL Wave Beam'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 recharging the case itself. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, equal to that of the JBL Wave Beam It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Wave Beam's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JBL Wave Beam by 1 hours The JBL Wave Beam have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your device and case. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

The JBL Wave Beam have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. The JBL Wave Beam 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. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of JBL Wave Beam . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

JBL Wave Beam have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Wave Beam JBL Wave Beam have 2 microphones. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) microphones are 6, more than that of JBL Wave Beam by 4 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.

JBL Wave Beam have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out noise from the desired sound. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

The JBL Wave Beam support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing them The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic. If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the JBL Wave Beam have a find earbuds feature. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have the find earbuds feature.

You can use the device app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to locate them. The JBL Wave Beam support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

The JBL Wave Beam have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also support the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

The JBL Wave Beam, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have a control panel on them. The JBL Wave Beam support voice prompts.

Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them. The JBL Wave Beam come with their own special case.

Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a casing may easily damage them. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.