IP ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring 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, Sennheiser Momentum 3 have a rating of IPX4 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 Sennheiser Momentum 3
JLab Epic Air Sport have a weight of 20g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to move with. Sennheiser Momentum 3, at 10.6g
weigh less than the JLab Epic Air Sport by -9.4g
True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JLab Epic Air Sport are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires.
This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds together. Sennheiser Momentum 3 also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the pair of earbuds together. JLab Epic Air Sport have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
JLab Epic Air Sport have sweat resistance
Sennheiser Momentum 3's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit 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 independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to counter it.
In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.
JLab Epic Air Sport have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have ANC which makes either of the devices ideal for flights and morning travels.
Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that you prefer for travel or that suites your relaxation time. JLab Epic Air Sport sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces background sounds and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. Both Sennheiser Momentum 3, and JLab Epic Air Sport have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.
The JLab Epic Air Sport driver unit is 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the loudness of the device. Sennheiser Momentum 3 driver unit is 7mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1mm
, 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 yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. JLab Epic Air Sport's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it. Sennheiser Momentum 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, this means that
Sennheiser Momentum 3 produce a juicier bass than the JLab Epic Air Sport
The JLab Epic Air Sport's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device makes high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.
Sennheiser Momentum 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, this implies that
Sennheiser Momentum 3 produce a clearer and crispier treble than the JLab Epic Air Sport
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. Sennheiser Momentum 3's sound pressure level measurement is 107dB/mW.
How loud a device is can be taken differently by different people, so we need to have the means to get 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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
Sennheiser Momentum 3's battery life is
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 8 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, 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 manufacturer, and the JLab Epic Air Sport's case has a charge of 55 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself. Sennheiser Momentum 3'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 recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1.5 hours
JLab Epic Air Sport, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad. Sennheiser Momentum 3 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 shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your device and case. Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
The JLab Epic Air Sport have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Sennheiser Momentum 3 too support 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. Sennheiser Momentum 3 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 connecting via Bluetooth.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JLab Epic Air Sport
JLab Epic Air Sport support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since 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. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 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. JLab Epic Air Sport have 6 microphones. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 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 background sounds.
The JLab Epic Air Sport use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.
JLab Epic Air Sport support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them
The Sennheiser Momentum 3 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to be able 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 .
Sennheiser Momentum 3 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 MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device. Sennheiser Momentum 3 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only 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 functions are supported on the device. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 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. JLab Epic Air Sport support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device. The JLab Epic Air Sport come with a special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
