Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Scoring 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, Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a rating of IP54 meaning that
they both have the same rating against dust
and that of liquids is that,
they both have the same rating against liquids
JBL Wave Buds have a weight of 9g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds, at 10.8g
are heavier than the JBL Wave Buds with a difference of 1.8g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, JBL Wave Buds are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together. Jabra Evolve2 Buds also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the two earbuds together.
JBL Wave Buds are resistant to sweat
Jabra Evolve2 Buds's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JBL Wave Buds have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Wave Buds's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds also have stereo speakers
ANC utilises more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to counter it.
In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero thus "diluting" the noise.
JBL Wave Buds have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes.
Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time. The JBL Wave Buds stay tightly in place, creating a sound covering that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.
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 basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the sound made by the earbuds. Jabra Evolve2 Buds driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Wave Buds by 2mm
, 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 imply that they produce better quality sound. The JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal bass
JBL Wave Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device makes high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices generate equal treble
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured 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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Jabra Evolve2 Buds's battery life is
more than that of JBL Wave Buds by 2 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
This is given by the vendor, and JBL Wave Buds's case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself. Jabra Evolve2 Buds's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours,
less than that of JBL Wave Buds by 3 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Wave Buds's battery.
It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Jabra Evolve2 Buds 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. Its lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery. JBL Wave Buds support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. The JBL Wave Buds 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. Jabra Evolve2 Buds has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
JBL Wave Buds have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a maximum range of 20meters,
longer than that of JBL Wave Buds by 10meters
JBL Wave Buds support AAC, a codec 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 a similar bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL Wave Buds will work fine with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Jabra Evolve2 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 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).
JBL Wave Buds have 2 microphones. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds microphones are 6,
more than that of JBL Wave Buds by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help 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 desired sound.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas. The JBL Wave Buds microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa.
The vastness 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 microphone can recognize. The JBL Wave Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.
JBL Wave Buds support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, JBL Wave Buds have a find earbuds feature.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your device to find them. JBL Wave Buds support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device. Also the Jabra Evolve2 Buds too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes. JBL Wave Buds have a 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 manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds 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 device. JBL Wave Buds have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have this function.
It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. With the JBL Wave Buds, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Jabra Evolve2 Buds also have a control panel on them.
The JBL Wave Buds have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. Jabra Evolve2 Buds also have voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.
JBL Wave Buds come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily damage them. Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
