Jlab Epic Air Sport Vs. Apple Airpods (3Rd Gen) Review

Ingress protection ratings is the rating of protection given 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 resistance against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IP66, the JLab Epic Air Sport's rating for solids indicates that they are completely dust proof, and of liquids that they can withstand high pressure jet that's 12.5mm diameter, similar to fire hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 meters.. In comparison to the JLab Epic Air Sport, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a rating of IPX4 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) has a lower liquid rating than JLab Epic Air Sport The JLab Epic Air Sport have a weight of 20g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), at 8.56g weigh less than the JLab Epic Air Sport by -11.44g True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JLab Epic Air Sport are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables.

This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds together. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the pair of earbuds together. JLab Epic Air Sport have wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.

JLab Epic Air Sport have sweat resistance Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc JLab Epic Air Sport have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) and JLab Epic Air Sport have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to counter it.

In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.

JLab Epic Air Sport have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have ANC which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and morning travels.

Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that enhances your relaxation time. The JLab Epic Air Sport sit tightly in place, creating a sound seal that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same. Both Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), and JLab Epic Air Sport have passive noise reduction which implies that they tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

JLab Epic Air Sport 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 device, the unit size dictates the sound made by the device. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 3mm , 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 it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. JLab Epic Air Sport's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this means that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) can make sound with a juicier bass than the JLab Epic Air Sport JLab Epic Air Sport's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal treble SPL, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JLab Epic Air Sport's measurement is 110dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. JLab Epic Air Sport's battery life is 15 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge.

A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 9 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 have shorter listening time.

This is given by the manufacturer, and JLab Epic Air Sport's case is said to have a full charge of 55 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. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 30 hours, less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 25 hours It requires 3 hours to fully charge the JLab Epic Air Sport's battery.

It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) takes 0.3 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 2.7 hours The JLab Epic Air Sport, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device. JLab Epic Air Sport have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The JLab Epic Air Sport support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. JLab Epic Air Sport have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the JLab Epic Air Sport . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. JLab Epic Air Sport have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JLab Epic Air Sport JLab Epic Air Sport 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 JLab Epic Air Sport will work fine with your iPhone.

If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 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.

JLab Epic Air Sport have 6 microphones. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) microphones are 6, equal to that of the JLab Epic Air Sport . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds. The JLab Epic Air Sport use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas. The JLab Epic Air Sport support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them JLab Epic Air Sport have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. JLab Epic Air Sport support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.

The JLab Epic Air Sport, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a control panel on them. The JLab Epic Air Sport 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.

If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a warranty period of 1Years, less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1 Years . JLab Epic Air Sport have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them. The JLab Epic Air Sport come with their own special case. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your bag without a cover may easily damage them.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.