Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids 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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's rating is read as, the first value of 6 denotes 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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, JBL Tune Flex have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Tune Flex has a lower liquid rating than JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a weight of 20g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with. JBL Tune Flex, at 9.6g
are lighter than the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by -10.4g
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires.
This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds together. JBL Tune Flex also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the two earbuds .
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC come with wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have sweat resistance
JBL Tune Flex's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , 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, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both JBL Tune Flex and JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation uses more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero thus "diluting" the noise.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise. The JBL Tune Flex too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that enhances your chill time.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down background noise and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both reduce ambient noise without 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. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size dictates the loudness of the earbuds.
JBL Tune Flex driver unit is 12mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 4mm
, many people have a misconception 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 imply that they deliver better quality sound. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured 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 Tune Flex's sound pressure level measurement is 108dB/mW. How loud a device is can be perceived differently by different people, so we need to have a way of getting a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. The 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 have to charge the device less often. JBL Tune Flex's battery life is
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 7 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 have shorter listening time.
This is given by the vendor, and JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's case has 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 recharging the case itself. JBL Tune Flex's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours,
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 31 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 when they have been unused for long periods. JBL Tune Flex takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 1 hours
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your device and charging case. JBL Tune Flex too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. JBL Tune Flex too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
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 close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. JBL Tune Flex 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 to connect via Bluetooth.
JBL Tune Flex 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 used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide 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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC will work fine with your iPhone. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The JBL Tune Flex 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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have 6 microphones. JBL Tune Flex microphones are 4,
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the desired sound. The JBL Tune Flex too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing them
The JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 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 JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Also the JBL Tune Flex support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster.
For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. 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 device. The JBL Tune Flex too have a control panel on them.
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 have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
The JBL Tune Flex also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC come with a special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your pockets without a casing can easily damage them.
JBL Tune Flex also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
