IP ratings refer to the level of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of 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..
Compared to the JLab Epic Air Sport, JBL Live Pro 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
JLab Epic Air Sport has a higher liquid rating than JBL Live Pro 2
JLab Epic Air Sport have a weight of 20g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport. The JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g
weigh less than the JLab Epic Air Sport with a difference -10.4g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, JLab Epic Air Sport are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires.
This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds together. JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the pair of earbuds together. JLab Epic Air Sport have wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
JLab Epic Air Sport have sweat resistance
JBL Live Pro 2'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 Epic Air Sport have stereo speakers, what this means is that JLab Epic Air Sport's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both JBL Live Pro 2 and JLab Epic Air Sport have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of more advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it.
In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero which results in a reduced level of noise.
JLab Epic Air Sport have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels.
Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your travel or that enhances your chill time. JLab Epic Air Sport sit tightly in place, this creates an acoustic covering that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. JLab Epic Air Sport have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the loudness of the device. JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 3mm
, a common assumption 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 produce better quality sound.
The JLab Epic Air Sport's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices make sound with equal bass
JLab Epic Air Sport's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure 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. JBL Live Pro 2's sound pressure level measurement is 93dB/mW. The sound pressure level, something is can be perceived differently by separate persons, so we need to have a way of getting an objective 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 5 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, 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. The battery life of the charging case 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 enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
JBL Live Pro 2'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 charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods. JBL Live Pro 2 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 just place down on a compatible charging pad. JBL Live Pro 2 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds. JLab Epic Air Sport have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your device and case. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. JLab Epic Air Sport support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
JBL Live Pro 2 too support 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 range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Live Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of JLab Epic Air Sport
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The JLab Epic Air Sport have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. JBL Live Pro 2 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. 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 Epic Air Sport will work fine with your iPad.
If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The JLab Epic Air Sport have 6 microphones. JBL Live Pro 2 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 noise.
The JLab Epic Air Sport have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
The JLab Epic Air Sport support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The JBL Live Pro 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 run but would still want to hear traffic. JLab Epic Air Sport 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. The JBL Live Pro 2 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.
The JLab Epic Air Sport support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device. The JBL Live Pro 2 too support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes. With the JLab Epic Air Sport, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
JBL Live Pro 2 too 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. When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs.
JBL Live Pro 2 have a warranty period of 1Years,
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1 Years
.
The JLab Epic Air Sport support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device.
JLab Epic Air Sport come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. JBL Live Pro 2 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
