IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IP54, the JBL Wave Buds's rating for solids indicates 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. In comparison to the JBL Wave Buds, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 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 Buds have a weight of 9g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, at 12.5g
are heavier than the JBL Wave Buds with a difference of 3.5g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JBL Wave Buds are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the pair of earbuds together.
JBL Wave Buds have sweat resistance
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
JBL Wave Buds have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Wave Buds's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation utilises advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out.
Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.
JBL Wave Buds have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels.
Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time. JBL Wave Buds sit tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down background sounds and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that they reduce ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. The JBL Wave Buds driver unit is 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size dictates the loudness of the earbuds. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JBL Wave Buds by 1.3mm
, 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 indicate that they deliver better quality sound.
The JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
JBL Wave Buds'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 while at it. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can generate equal treble
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Wave Buds's measurement is 100dB/mW.
Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. The JBL Wave Buds'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 given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery life is
less than that of JBL Wave Buds by 2 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, 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. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and JBL Wave Buds's case is said to have a charge of 24 hours.
A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours,
less than that of JBL Wave Buds by 6 hours
It requires 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Wave Buds's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
The JBL Wave Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your device and charging case. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
The JBL Wave Buds support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
JBL Wave Buds 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. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3,
newer than that of JBL Wave Buds
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. JBL Wave Buds have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
JBL Wave Buds support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because 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 Wave Buds will work well with your iPhone. If you are planning 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 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 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 Wave Buds support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support APTX Adaptive as well which means both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as reducing interference from other devices.
JBL Wave Buds have 2 microphones. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 microphones are 8,
more than that of JBL Wave Buds by 6
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise. The JBL Wave Buds use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments. JBL Wave Buds 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 microphone can pick up. JBL Wave Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but still want to be able to hear traffic.
The JBL Wave Buds support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the JBL Wave Buds support the find earbuds feature. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also have the find earbuds feature.
You can use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to find them. JBL Wave Buds support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just 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 Wave Buds 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 seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another connected device.
JBL Wave Buds have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also support this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.
The JBL Wave Buds, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have a control panel on them. JBL Wave Buds have voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. The JBL Wave Buds come with their own special pouch.
Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your bag without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
