Overall Score 8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 7.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Beats Fit Pro | JLab Epic Air Sport |
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DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IP66 |
weight | 11.2g | 20g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 9.5mm | 8mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 101.3dB/mW | 110dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 7hours | 15hours |
battery life of charging case | 21hours | 55hours | |
charge time | 1hours | 3hours | |
has wireless charging | ✗ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5 | v5 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 6only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
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 | 2Years | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IP66, the JLab Epic Air Sport's rating for solids indicates that they are completely dust proof, and the second value of 6 means 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, Beats Fit Pro have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Beats Fit Pro has a lower liquid rating than JLab Epic Air Sport
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. The Beats Fit Pro, at 11.2g
weigh less than the JLab Epic Air Sport by -8.8g
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 don't have wires.
This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. Beats Fit Pro also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the pair of earbuds . The JLab Epic Air Sport come with wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit. Beats Fit Pro too have wingtips, these rest against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to match vigorous movement, they are best suited for sports and other physical activities.
When used correctly, they prevent the earbuds from falling off. JLab Epic Air Sport have sweat resistance Beats Fit Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc JLab Epic Air Sport have stereo speakers, what this means is that JLab Epic Air Sport's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Beats Fit Pro and JLab Epic Air Sport have stereo speakers ANC uses advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise.
ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The JLab Epic Air Sport have ANC 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 sounds.
The Beats Fit Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your commute or that enhances your chill time. The JLab Epic Air Sport stay well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down background sounds and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out at the same.
Both Beats Fit Pro, and JLab Epic Air Sport have passive noise reduction which implies that they reduce ambient noise without using ANC 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 produces sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the sound produced by the device.
Beats Fit Pro driver unit is 9.5mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1.5mm
, as many tend to believe 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound. The JLab Epic Air Sport's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Beats Fit Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass The JLab Epic Air Sport's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. Beats Fit Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal treble SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, 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.
Beats Fit Pro's sound pressure level measurement is 101.3dB/mW. The sound pressure level, something is can be perceived differently by separate persons, so we need to have the means to get a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. The 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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Beats Fit Pro's battery life is less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 8 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
This is given by the vendor, and JLab Epic Air Sport's case is said to have a charge of 55 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself. Beats Fit Pro's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours, less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 34 hours It requires 3 hours to fully charge the JLab Epic Air Sport's battery.
It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Beats Fit Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 2 hours JLab Epic Air Sport, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a supported charging pad.
JLab Epic Air Sport have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case. Beats Fit Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
The JLab Epic Air Sport have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Beats Fit Pro too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
The 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. Beats Fit Pro 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.
Beats Fit Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JLab Epic Air Sport JLab Epic Air Sport 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 a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JLab Epic Air Sport will work well with your iPhone. 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. The Beats Fit Pro 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. The JLab Epic Air Sport have 6 microphones. While the Beats Fit Pro 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.
JLab Epic Air Sport have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound. The Beats Fit Pro too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.
JLab Epic Air Sport support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing them The Beats Fit Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic. The JLab Epic Air Sport have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. Beats Fit Pro support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.
JLab Epic Air Sport support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. Beats Fit Pro support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes. The JLab Epic Air Sport, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
The Beats Fit Pro also have a control panel on them. 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 following instruction manuals. If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs.
Beats Fit Pro have a warranty period of 1Years, less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1 Years . JLab Epic Air Sport support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. Beats Fit Pro also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.
JLab Epic Air Sport come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Beats Fit Pro too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.