Jlab Audio Epic Air Sport Anc Vs. Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd 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 means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Having a value of IP66, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's rating is read as, the first value of 6 denotes 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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a rating of IPX4 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC has a higher liquid rating than Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a weight of 20g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), at 10.6g are lighter than the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC with a difference -9.4g For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires linking any part of the device together, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables.

This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds . JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are resistant to sweat Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have stereo speakers, what this means is that JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have stereo speakers ANC makes use of more advanced technology 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 cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero which results in a reduced level of noise.

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have ANC which makes both earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that enhances your relaxation time. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC stay well in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out . Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), and JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have passive noise reduction which implies that both limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, its size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 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 yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal bass The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device makes high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices generate equal treble SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's measurement is 110dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery life is 15 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge.

A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 9 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

This is given by the vendor, and the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's case is said to have a full charge of 55 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 31 hours It takes 3 hours to fully charge the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery.

It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 2 hours JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio.

It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since 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 JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC will work well with your MacBook.

If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have 6 microphones. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) microphones are 6, equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful 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 be able to hear traffic.

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support fast charging.

Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster.

For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a control panel on them.

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 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 following instruction manuals. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC come with a special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your bag without a cover can easily damage them.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.