IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust 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 resistance against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IP66, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC'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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, JBL Live Free 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Live Free 2 has a lower liquid rating than JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a weight of 20g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with. JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g
weigh less than the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC with a difference -10.2g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables.
This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the pair of earbuds .
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have wingtips, these are commonly used 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 have sweat resistance
JBL Live Free 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The JBL Live Free 2 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation utilises advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds.
How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds.
JBL Live Free 2 too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that you prefer for travel or that suites your relaxation time. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC stay tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
The 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 makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the sound made by the device. JBL Live Free 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 3mm
, a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal bass
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component makes high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can generate equal treble
SPL, is the level of pressure 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. JBL Live Free 2's sound pressure level measurement is 102dB/mW.
The sound pressure level, something is can be perceived differently by separate persons, so we need to have a way of getting a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC'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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
JBL Live Free 2's battery life is
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 8 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the vendor, and JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's case is said to have a charge of 55 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself. JBL Live Free 2's charging case has a battery life of 28 hours,
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 27 hours
It requires 3 hours to fully charge the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just place down on a compatible charging pad. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights display the charging state of your device and charging case. JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
JBL Live Free 2 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Live Free 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
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 connecting via Bluetooth. JBL Live Free 2 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 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.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC will work fine with your MacBook.
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. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have 6 microphones. The JBL Live Free 2 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 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the desired sound. The JBL Live Free 2 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing them
The JBL Live Free 2 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. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support fast charging.
Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. JBL Live Free 2 too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. With the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The JBL Live Free 2 also 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 that has followed instruction manuals. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
JBL Live Free 2 too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily damage them.
JBL Live Free 2 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
