Jlab Go Air Pop Vs. Jbl Reflect Aero Review

Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection given by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IPX4, the JLab Go Air Pop's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number 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 Reflect Aero have a rating of IP68 meaning that they are completely dust proof and that of liquids is that, JBL Reflect Aero has a higher liquid rating than JLab Go Air Pop The JLab Go Air Pop have a weight of 7.4g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

JBL Reflect Aero, at 13g are heavier than the JLab Go Air Pop by of 5.6g True wireless devices have no cables 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 cables connecting the two earbuds together. JBL Reflect Aero also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the two earbuds . JLab Go Air Pop are resistant to sweat JBL Reflect Aero'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 Go Air Pop have stereo speakers, devices with stereo 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 JLab Go Air Pop stay tightly in place, creating a sound covering that reduces your environment noise while preventing the device sound from leaking out at the same. Both JBL Reflect Aero, and JLab Go Air Pop have passive noise reduction this means that they reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. JLab Go Air Pop have a unit size of 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, the unit size determines the loudness of the device. JBL Reflect Aero driver unit is 6.8mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 0.8mm , 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.

The JLab Go Air Pop's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Reflect Aero's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass JLab Go Air Pop's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Reflect Aero's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured 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 Reflect Aero's sound pressure level measurement is 99dB/mW. How loud something is can be perceived differently by separate persons, so we need to have the means to get 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. JBL Reflect Aero's battery life is equal to that of the JLab Go Air Pop . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time.

The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the manufacturer, and the JLab Go Air Pop's case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.

JBL Reflect Aero's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours, less than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 8 hours It takes 2.2 hours to fully charge the JLab Go Air Pop's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods. JBL Reflect Aero takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 0.7 hours JLab Go Air Pop have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery.

Its lights display the charging status of your device and case. JBL Reflect Aero too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The JLab Go Air Pop use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

JBL Reflect Aero too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. JLab Go Air Pop have Bluetooth version of 5.1, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows 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 Go Air Pop . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The JLab Go Air Pop have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. JBL Reflect Aero have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JLab Go Air Pop JLab Go Air Pop 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.

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 intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. JLab Go Air Pop have 2 microphones. While the JBL Reflect Aero 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 background sounds.

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 calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the microphone can pick up.

JLab Go Air Pop support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. JBL Reflect Aero too support fast charging.

It's very 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 just 30 minutes. The JLab Go Air Pop have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The JBL Reflect Aero also have the mute function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk. With the JLab Go Air Pop, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

The JBL Reflect Aero too have a control panel on them. 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. The JLab Go Air Pop support voice prompts.

With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue 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 Go Air Pop come with a special case.

Carrying earphones openly, or placing them in your pockets without a cover may easily damage them. JBL Reflect Aero also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.