IP ratings is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring 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 of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. In comparison 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
JLab Go Air Pop have a weight of 7.4g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g
weigh more than the JLab Go Air Pop with a difference of 2.4g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JLab Go Air Pop are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds .
JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the two earbuds .
JLab Go Air Pop are resistant to sweat
JBL Live Free 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
JLab Go Air Pop have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The JBL Live Free 2 also have stereo speakers
JLab Go Air Pop stay well in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down background noise while preventing the device sound from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.
The JLab Go Air Pop driver unit is 6mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size determines the loudness of the earbuds. 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
, 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 yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. JLab Go Air Pop's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
The JLab Go Air Pop's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.
JBL Live Free 2'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 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.
The sound pressure level, something is can be considered differently by different people, so we need to have a way of getting a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
JBL Live Free 2's battery life is
less than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 1 hours
. Each 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. 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
It takes 2.2 hours to fully charge the JLab Go Air Pop's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
The JLab Go Air Pop have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your device and charging case. JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
JLab Go Air Pop have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. JBL Live Free 2 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
JLab Go Air Pop have Bluetooth version of 5.1, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, 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. 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
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 provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JLab Go Air Pop 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 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 enable the device to filter out noise. The JLab Go Air Pop microphone sensitivity is measured at -42dBV/Pa. The vastness 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 sound that the earbud microphone can recognize. JLab Go Air Pop support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device.
Also the JBL Live Free 2 too support fast charging. This kind is 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 thirty minutes.
The JLab Go Air Pop have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The JBL Live Free 2 too support the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
The JLab Go Air Pop, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. The JBL Live Free 2 too have a control panel on them. 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.
JLab Go Air Pop have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. JBL Live Free 2 too support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.
JLab Go Air Pop come with a special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your bag without a cover may easily damage them. JBL Live Free 2 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
