IP ratings is the level of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say 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 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..
Compared to the JLab Epic Air Sport, JBL Reflect Aero have a rating of IP68 meaning that
they both have the same rating against dust
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Reflect Aero has a higher liquid rating than JLab Epic Air Sport
JLab Epic Air Sport have a weight of 20g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport. JBL Reflect Aero, at 13g
are lighter than the JLab Epic Air Sport with a difference -7g
For a device to be true wireless it should 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 wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
JBL Reflect Aero also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. JLab Epic Air Sport have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. JBL Reflect Aero too have wingtips, these rest against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to combat vigorous movement, they come in handy for sports and other physical activities.
If used as directed, they prevent the earbuds from falling off. JLab Epic Air Sport are resistant to sweat
JBL Reflect Aero's resistance to sweat makes both devices good 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. The JBL Reflect Aero also have stereo speakers
ANC utilises more advanced technology to actively counter noise.
ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 hence "diluting" the noise.
JLab Epic Air Sport have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.
JBL Reflect Aero too have ANC making both earbuds ideal for flights and morning travels. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that you prefer for travel or that enhances your chill time. The JLab Epic Air Sport sit well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out .
Both JBL Reflect Aero, and JLab Epic Air Sport have passive noise reduction which means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
JLab Epic Air Sport driver unit is 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size determines the loudness of the device. JBL Reflect Aero driver unit is 6.8mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1.2mm
, 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 yes, larger drivers are capable of generating 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 device produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. JBL Reflect Aero's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
The JLab Epic Air Sport's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.
JBL Reflect Aero's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal treble
SPL, is the pressure level 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. JBL Reflect Aero's sound pressure level measurement is 99dB/mW.
How loud something is can be considered 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 before recharge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
JBL Reflect Aero's battery life is
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 7 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the JLab Epic Air Sport's case has a full charge of 55 hours.
A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself. JBL Reflect Aero's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours,
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 39 hours
It takes 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.
JBL Reflect Aero takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1.5 hours
The 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 shows you when the earbuds has a low battery.
Its lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and case. JBL Reflect Aero too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. JLab Epic Air Sport use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
JBL Reflect Aero too use 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 enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Reflect Aero 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. JBL Reflect Aero 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. 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 iPad.
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 Epic Air Sport have 6 microphones. The JBL Reflect Aero microphones are 6,
equal to that of the JLab Epic Air Sport
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise.
JLab Epic Air Sport have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out noise from the desired sound. The JBL Reflect Aero too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.
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 JBL Reflect Aero support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic. The JLab Epic Air Sport support 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 JLab Epic Air Sport support fast charging.
Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. The JBL Reflect Aero too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. The JLab Epic Air Sport, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. JBL Reflect Aero 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 that has followed instruction manuals. JLab Epic Air Sport support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
JBL Reflect Aero too support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. JLab Epic Air Sport come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
JBL Reflect Aero too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
