Jlab Epic Air Sport Vs. Jabra Evolve2 Buds Review

IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IP66, the JLab Epic Air Sport's rating for solids indicates that they are completely dust proof, and the second number 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.. Compared to the JLab Epic Air Sport, Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a rating of IP54 meaning that Jabra Evolve2 Buds has a lower dust resistance than JLab Epic Air Sport and that of liquids is that, Jabra Evolve2 Buds 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 move with. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds, at 10.8g weigh less than the JLab Epic Air Sport with a difference -9.2g True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JLab Epic Air Sport are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables.

This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds together. Jabra Evolve2 Buds also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. JLab Epic Air Sport have wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.

JLab Epic Air Sport are resistant to sweat Jabra Evolve2 Buds'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, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Jabra Evolve2 Buds and JLab Epic Air Sport have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation utilises advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out.

Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

The JLab Epic Air Sport have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have ANC which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels.

Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your commute or that enhances your chill time. The JLab Epic Air Sport sit well in place, creating a sound seal that reduces your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out . Both Jabra Evolve2 Buds, and JLab Epic Air Sport have passive noise reduction this means that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The JLab Epic Air Sport driver unit is 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.

The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the loudness of the earbuds. Jabra Evolve2 Buds driver unit is 6mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 2mm , as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing 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 inidcates how well an audio component produces low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it. Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass JLab Epic Air Sport's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies 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. The JLab Epic Air Sport'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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's battery life is less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 5 hours . Every 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 have shorter listening time. This is given by the vendor, and JLab Epic Air Sport's case is said to have a full 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. Jabra Evolve2 Buds'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 highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1 hours The JLab Epic Air Sport, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad. Jabra Evolve2 Buds also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds.

The JLab Epic Air Sport have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your device and case. Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, 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. Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

JLab Epic Air Sport have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Jabra Evolve2 Buds has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, newer than that of JLab Epic Air Sport . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. JLab Epic Air Sport have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a maximum range of 20meters, longer than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 10meters JLab Epic Air Sport support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JLab Epic Air Sport 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 Jabra Evolve2 Buds 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 Jabra Evolve2 Buds microphones are 6, equal to that of the JLab Epic Air Sport . More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.

The JLab Epic Air Sport have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the desired sound. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

The JLab Epic Air Sport support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them The Jabra Evolve2 Buds 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 still want to be able to hear traffic. The JLab Epic Air Sport have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears . Jabra Evolve2 Buds 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.

Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds 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 is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. The JLab Epic Air Sport, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds also 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 following instruction manuals. If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a warranty period of 2Years, equal to that of the JLab Epic Air Sport . The JLab Epic Air Sport have voice prompts.

Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. Jabra Evolve2 Buds also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the device. JLab Epic Air Sport come with a special pouch.

Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a cover may easily damage them. Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.