Overall Score 6.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 5.7 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | LG Tone Free Fit TF8 | Nuraphone NuraTrue |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP67 | IPX4 |
weight | 5.7g | 14.8g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✓ | ✗ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
is dust proof and water-resistant | ✓ | ✗ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 6mm | 10mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20000Hz | 20000Hz | |
sound pressure level | ✗ | 108dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 10hours | 6hours |
battery life of charging case | 20hours | 18hours | |
charge time | 1hours | 2hours | |
battery power | 68mAh | ✗ | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.3 | v5 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 2only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✗ | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✓ |
has in/on-ear detection | ✓ | ✓ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | 2only | ✗ | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX4, the Nuraphone NuraTrue's rating for solids indicates 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 Nuraphone NuraTrue, LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a rating of IP67 meaning that
they are completely dust proof
and that of liquids is that,
Nuraphone NuraTrue has a lower liquid rating than LG Tone Free Fit TF8
The Nuraphone NuraTrue have a weight of 14.8g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8, at 5.7g
weigh less than the Nuraphone NuraTrue by -9.1g
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Nuraphone NuraTrue are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds .
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the pair of earbuds together.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Nuraphone NuraTrue are resistant to sweat
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 are both dustproof and water-resistant.
Nuraphone NuraTrue have stereo speakers, what this means is that Nuraphone NuraTrue's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also have stereo speakers
ANC utilises advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero thus "diluting" the noise.
The Nuraphone NuraTrue have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have Active Noise Cancellation making both earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your commute or that enhances your relaxation time.
The Nuraphone NuraTrue sit well in place, creating a sound covering that tones down your environment sounds while preventing the device voice audio from leaking out at the same.
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
The Nuraphone NuraTrue have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound made by the device.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Nuraphone NuraTrue 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.
Nuraphone NuraTrue's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The Nuraphone NuraTrue's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio component makes high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal treble
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, Nuraphone NuraTrue's measurement is 108dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
The Nuraphone NuraTrue's battery life is 6 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.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's battery life is
more than that of Nuraphone NuraTrue by 4 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
This is given by the vendor, and the Nuraphone NuraTrue's case is said to have a full charge of 18 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours,
more than that of Nuraphone NuraTrue by 2 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Nuraphone NuraTrue's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Nuraphone NuraTrue by 1 hours
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's battery power is 68mAh, battery capacity, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a compatible charging pad.
The Nuraphone NuraTrue have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
Nuraphone NuraTrue use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
Nuraphone NuraTrue have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3,
newer than that of Nuraphone NuraTrue
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Nuraphone NuraTrue have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Nuraphone NuraTrue
Nuraphone NuraTrue 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 a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Nuraphone NuraTrue will work well with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 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.
Nuraphone NuraTrue have 2 microphones.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 microphones are 6,
more than that of Nuraphone NuraTrue by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.
The Nuraphone NuraTrue support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic.
Nuraphone NuraTrue have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.
The Nuraphone NuraTrue support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 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.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
Nuraphone NuraTrue have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also support this function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
With the Nuraphone NuraTrue, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also have a control panel on them.
Nuraphone NuraTrue have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.
Nuraphone NuraTrue come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your bag without a casing may easily damage them.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.