Jlab Go Air Pop Vs. Jbl Live Free 2 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JLab Go Air Pop IPX4

JBL Live Free 2 IPX5

IP ratings is the rating of protection given by a casing, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the JLab Go Air Pop's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the JLab Go Air Pop, JBL Live Free 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, JBL Live Free 2 has a higher liquid rating than JLab Go Air Pop

Weight

JLab Go Air Pop 7.4g

JBL Live Free 2 9.8g

The JLab Go Air Pop have a weight of 7.4g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

The JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g weigh more than the JLab Go Air Pop by of 2.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, JLab Go Air Pop are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together.

JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JLab Go Air Pop have sweat resistance

JBL Live Free 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JLab Go Air Pop have stereo speakers, what this means is that JLab Go Air Pop's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both JBL Live Free 2 and JLab Go Air Pop have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

JLab Go Air Pop ✗

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

ANC uses advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.

The JBL Live Free 2 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JLab Go Air Pop stay well in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background sounds and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that they reduce ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JLab Go Air Pop 6mm

JBL Live Free 2 11mm

JLab Go Air Pop have a unit size of 6mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size corellates with 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 Go Air Pop by 5mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

JLab Go Air Pop 20Hz

JBL Live Free 2 20Hz

The JLab Go Air Pop's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

JLab Go Air Pop 20,000Hz

JBL Live Free 2 20,000Hz

The JLab Go Air Pop's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.

JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JLab Go Air Pop 103dB/mW

JBL Live Free 2 102dB/mW

The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JLab Go Air Pop's measurement is 103dB/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. How loud something is can be considered differently by different people, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.

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Battery Life

JLab Go Air Pop 8hours

JBL Live Free 2 7hours

The JLab Go Air Pop's battery life is 8 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 Live Free 2's battery life is less than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 1 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JLab Go Air Pop 24hours

JBL Live Free 2 28hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and JLab Go Air Pop's case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.

JBL Live Free 2's charging case has a battery life of 28 hours, more than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 4 hours

Charge Time

JLab Go Air Pop 2.2hours

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

It takes 2.2 hours to fully charge the JLab Go Air Pop's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JLab Go Air Pop have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show 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 device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JLab Go Air Pop use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

JBL Live Free 2 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

JLab Go Air Pop v5.1

JBL Live Free 2 v5.2

JLab Go Air Pop have Bluetooth version of 5.1, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

JBL Live Free 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, newer than that of JLab Go Air Pop . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JLab Go Air Pop 10meters

JBL Live Free 2 10meters

The JLab Go Air Pop have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

JBL Live Free 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JLab Go Air Pop

Has Aac

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

JLab Go Air Pop support AAC, a codec that is 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 a similar bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JLab Go Air Pop will work well with your MacBook. If you are planning 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.

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Number Of Microphones

JLab Go Air Pop 2only

JBL Live Free 2 6only

The JLab Go Air Pop have 2 microphones.

JBL Live Free 2 microphones are 6, more than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 4 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

JLab Go Air Pop ✗

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the desired sound.

Mic Sensitivity

JLab Go Air Pop -42dBV/Pa

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

The JLab Go Air Pop microphone sensitivity is measured at -42dBV/Pa. The extent of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the earbud microphone can pick up.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

JLab Go Air Pop ✗

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JBL Live Free 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

Supports Fast Charging

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JLab Go Air Pop support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

The JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

JLab Go Air Pop ✗

JBL Live Free 2 2only

JBL Live Free 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JLab Go Air Pop have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The JBL Live Free 2 too support the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

With the JLab Go Air Pop, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

The JBL Live Free 2 too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

JLab Go Air Pop 2Years

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

The JLab Go Air Pop 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.

Has Voice Prompts

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JLab Go Air Pop support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

JBL Live Free 2 also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The JLab Go Air Pop come with their own special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

JBL Live Free 2 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	JLab Go Air Pop	JBL Live Free 2
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX5
	weight	7.4g	9.8g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✗	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	6mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	103dB/mW	102dB/mW
POWER	battery life	8hours	7hours
	battery life of charging case	24hours	28hours
	charge time	2.2hours	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.1	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	2only	6only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✗	✓
	mic sensitivity	-42dBV/Pa	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✗	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	✗	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2Years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Jlab Go Air Pop Vs. Jbl Live Free 2 Review In Summary

Jlab Go Air Pop Vs. Jbl Live Free 2 Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included