Jbl Wave Buds Vs. Nothing Ear 1 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JBL Wave Buds IP54

Nothing Ear 1 IPX4

IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection 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 of liquids 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, Nothing Ear 1 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

Weight

JBL Wave Buds 9g

Nothing Ear 1 9.4g

The JBL Wave Buds have a weight of 9g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to transport.

The Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g are heavier than the JBL Wave Buds by of 0.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JBL Wave Buds are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together.

Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the two earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Wave Buds have sweat resistance

Nothing Ear 1's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

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, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Nothing Ear 1 also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Active noise cancellation uses advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

The JBL Wave Buds have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.

The Nothing Ear 1 too have ANC which makes both earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes. The JBL Wave Buds and Nothing Ear 1 operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

The JBL Wave Buds stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Wave Buds 8mm

Nothing Ear 1 11.6mm

JBL Wave Buds have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound made by the device.

Nothing Ear 1 driver unit is 11.6mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of JBL Wave Buds by 3.6mm , 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 imply that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Wave Buds 20Hz

Nothing Ear 1 20Hz

The JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Nothing Ear 1's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

JBL Wave Buds 20,000Hz

Nothing Ear 1 20,000Hz

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

Nothing Ear 1's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Wave Buds 100dB/mW

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

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.

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Battery Life

JBL Wave Buds 8hours

Nothing Ear 1 5hours

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 requires fewer chargings.

Nothing Ear 1's battery life is less than that of JBL Wave Buds by 3 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JBL Wave Buds 24hours

Nothing Ear 1 29hours

This is given by the vendor, and the 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 several times before having to recharge the case itself.

Nothing Ear 1's charging case has a battery life of 29 hours, more than that of JBL Wave Buds by 5 hours

Charge Time

JBL Wave Buds 2hours

Nothing Ear 1 1.5hours

It takes 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.

Nothing Ear 1 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JBL Wave Buds by 0.5 hours

Has Wireless Charging

JBL Wave Buds ✗

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

The Nothing Ear 1, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

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

Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

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

Nothing Ear 1 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

JBL Wave Buds v5.2

Nothing Ear 1 v5.2

JBL Wave Buds have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Nothing Ear 1 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Wave Buds 10meters

Nothing Ear 1 10meters

The JBL Wave Buds have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Nothing Ear 1 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds

Has Aac

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

JBL Wave Buds support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since 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 iPad. If you intend 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

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

JBL Wave Buds 2only

Nothing Ear 1 6only

The JBL Wave Buds have 2 microphones.

The Nothing Ear 1 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 background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Wave Buds have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Nothing Ear 1 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.

Mic Sensitivity

JBL Wave Buds -38dBV/Pa

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

JBL Wave Buds microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The magnitude 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 voice that the microphone can recognize.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

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 them

The Nothing Ear 1 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

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

The JBL Wave Buds support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Nothing Ear 1 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

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, JBL Wave Buds have a find earbuds feature.

Nothing Ear 1 also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your device to help you locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

The JBL Wave Buds support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device.

Also the Nothing Ear 1 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

JBL Wave Buds 2only

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

The JBL Wave Buds support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link 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.

Has A Mute Function

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

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

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

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

Nothing Ear 1 also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

JBL Wave Buds ✗

Nothing Ear 1 1Years

The Nothing Ear 1 have a warranty period of 1 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

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

The JBL Wave Buds support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

Nothing Ear 1 also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

JBL Wave Buds ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

JBL Wave Buds come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Nothing Ear 1 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	JBL Wave Buds	Nothing Ear 1
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP54	IPX4
	weight	9g	9.4g
	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	8mm	11.6mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	100dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	8hours	5hours
	battery life of charging case	24hours	29hours
	charge time	2hours	1.5hours
	has wireless charging	✗	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✗
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	2only	6only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	-38dBV/Pa	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✗
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	✗	1Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Jbl Wave Buds Vs. Nothing Ear 1 Review In Summary

Jbl Wave Buds Vs. Nothing Ear 1 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

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