Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IP54, the JBL Wave Buds'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 number 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 Buds, JBL Live Pro 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Live Pro 2 has a higher liquid rating than JBL Wave Buds
The JBL Wave Buds have a weight of 9g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g
are heavier than the JBL Wave Buds by of 0.6g
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 matter since they don't have wires. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds .
JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the 2 earbuds together. JBL Wave Buds are resistant to sweat
JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JBL Wave Buds have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The JBL Live Pro 2 also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of advanced technology to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
JBL Wave Buds have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have ANC which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. The JBL Wave Buds and JBL Live Pro 2 work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time.
The JBL Wave Buds stay well in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out at the same. Both JBL Live Pro 2, and JBL Wave Buds have passive noise reduction which means that they limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. JBL Wave Buds have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.
The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the sound produced by the earbuds. JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JBL Wave Buds 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 yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.
JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component produces low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
The JBL Wave Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device makes high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it. JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level 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. JBL Live Pro 2's sound pressure level measurement is 93dB/mW. The sound pressure level, something is can be perceived differently by separate persons, so we need to have a way of getting an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.
The 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 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. JBL Live Pro 2'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 barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the JBL Wave Buds's case has a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.
JBL Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of JBL Wave Buds by 6 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 when they have been unused for long periods. JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
JBL Wave Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your earbuds and charging case. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. JBL Wave Buds use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
JBL Live Pro 2 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets. 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.
JBL Live Pro 2 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. JBL Live Pro 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 a similar 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 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 Live Pro 2 support APTX Adaptive as well which means both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio from other devices.
The JBL Wave Buds have 2 microphones. JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6,
more than that of JBL Wave Buds by 4
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds. The JBL Wave Buds use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the desired sound.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments. 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 sound that the microphone can recognize. JBL Live Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa.
Microphone sensitivity is a measurement of a microphone's efficiency on how well it converts voices to electrical energy. The JBL Wave Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic. JBL Wave Buds have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
JBL Live Pro 2 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the JBL Wave Buds support the find earbuds feature. JBL Live Pro 2 too have the find earbuds feature.
Simply use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to find them. The JBL Wave Buds support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device.
JBL Live Pro 2 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes.
JBL Wave Buds support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The JBL Live Pro 2 support 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 device.
JBL Wave Buds have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The JBL Live Pro 2 also have the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
The JBL Wave Buds, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a control panel on them. The JBL Wave Buds support voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. JBL Live Pro 2 also have voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device. The JBL Wave Buds come with their own special pouch.
Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a casing can easily damage them. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
