Jbl Wave Buds Vs. Jabra Evolve2 Buds Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Jabra Evolve2 Buds IP54

JBL Wave Buds IP54

Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Having a value of IP54, the JBL Wave Buds's rating is read as, the first value 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.

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

Weight

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 10.8g

JBL Wave Buds 9g

The JBL Wave Buds have a weight of 9g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds, at 10.8g weigh more than the JBL Wave Buds with a difference of 1.8g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

True wireless devices have no cables linking 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 distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds together.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the two earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds are resistant to sweat

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

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.

Both Jabra Evolve2 Buds and JBL Wave Buds have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

ANC utilises advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it studies 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 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 hence "diluting" the noise.

The JBL Wave Buds have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices ideal for flights and morning commutes. The JBL Wave Buds and Jabra Evolve2 Buds operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down background sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out .

Both Jabra Evolve2 Buds, and JBL Wave Buds have passive noise reduction this means that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 6mm

JBL Wave Buds 8mm

The JBL Wave Buds have a unit size of 8mm 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 device, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the device.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds driver unit is 6mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Wave Buds by 2mm , many people have a misconception 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 produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20Hz

JBL Wave Buds 20Hz

JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component produces low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20,000Hz

JBL Wave Buds 20,000Hz

The JBL Wave Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✗

JBL Wave Buds 100dB/mW

The sound pressure level, is the pressure level 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.

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Battery Life

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 10hours

JBL Wave Buds 8hours

JBL Wave Buds'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 requires fewer chargings.

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.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 21hours

JBL Wave Buds 24hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and the JBL Wave Buds'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 multiple times before having to recharge 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

Charge Time

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2hours

JBL Wave Buds 2hours

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Wave Buds's battery. It is recommended to fully charge 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

Has Wireless Charging

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Jabra Evolve2 Buds v5.2

JBL Wave Buds v5.2

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.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20meters

JBL Wave Buds 10meters

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

Has Aac

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides 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 Wave Buds will work well with your MacBook. 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 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✗

JBL Wave Buds ✓

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).

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Number Of Microphones

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 6only

JBL Wave Buds 2only

The JBL Wave Buds have 2 microphones.

While the Jabra Evolve2 Buds microphones are 6, more than that of JBL Wave Buds by 4 . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

The JBL Wave Buds have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.

Mic Sensitivity

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✗

JBL Wave Buds -38dBV/Pa

The JBL Wave Buds microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The size 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.

Highest Mic Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 8,000Hz

JBL Wave Buds ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest mic frequency is 8,000Hz, high frequencies are better for recording treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency.

Lowest Mic Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 80Hz

JBL Wave Buds ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest mic frequency is 80Hz, low frequencies are better for recording bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

The JBL Wave Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound 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 but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .

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.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the JBL Wave Buds have a find earbuds feature.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2only

JBL Wave Buds 2only

The JBL Wave Buds support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can 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 and not miss notifications from another connected device.

Has A Mute Function

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

The JBL Wave Buds have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds also support the mute function. It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

With the JBL Wave Buds, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2Years

JBL Wave Buds ✗

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

The JBL Wave Buds have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a casing can easily damage them.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Jabra Evolve2 Buds	JBL Wave Buds
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP54	IP54
	weight	10.8g	9g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	6mm	8mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	✗	100dB/mW
POWER	battery life	10hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	21hours	24hours
	charge time	2hours	2hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	20meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✗	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	2only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	✗	-38dBV/Pa
	highest mic frequency	8,000Hz	✗
	lowest mic frequency	80Hz	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2Years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Jbl Wave Buds Vs. Jabra Evolve2 Buds Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Aptx Adaptive

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

Highest Mic Frequency

Lowest Mic Frequency

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included