A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live IPX2

JBL Live Free 2 IPX5

IP ratings is the level of protection offered by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Scoring IPX2, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they are protected against drops falling when tilted at 15° in 4 fixed positions.

In comparison to the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live, 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, Samsung Galaxy Buds Live has a lower liquid rating than JBL Live Free 2

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 11.2g

JBL Live Free 2 9.8g

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a weight of 11.2g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

The JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g weigh less than the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live by -1.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Samsung Galaxy Buds Live are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .

JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live are resistant to sweat

JBL Live Free 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have stereo speakers, what this means is that Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both JBL Live Free 2 and Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.

JBL Live Free 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

JBL Live Free 2 sit tightly in place, creating a sound covering that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.

Driver Unit Size

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 12mm

JBL Live Free 2 11mm

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live driver unit is 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds.

JBL Live Free 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Live by 1mm , 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 20Hz

JBL Live Free 2 20Hz

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

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

Highest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 20000Hz

JBL Live Free 2 20000Hz

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component generates high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.

JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

JBL Live Free 2 102dB/mW

The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL Live Free 2's measurement is 102dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 6hours

JBL Live Free 2 7hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's battery life is 6 hours, 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.

JBL Live Free 2's battery life is more than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Live by 1 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 15hours

JBL Live Free 2 28hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's case is said to have a full charge of 15 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.

JBL Live Free 2's charging case has a battery life of 28 hours, more than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Live by 13 hours

Charge Time

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 0.6hours

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

It takes 0.6 hours to fully charge the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Battery Power

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 60mAh

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's battery power is 60mAh, battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.

Has Wireless Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your device and charging case.

JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

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

Bluetooth Version

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live v5

JBL Live Free 2 v5.2

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have Bluetooth version of 5, 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 Samsung Galaxy Buds Live . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 10meters

JBL Live Free 2 10meters

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

JBL Live Free 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live

Has Aac

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 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.

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Number Of Microphones

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 6only

JBL Live Free 2 6only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have 6 microphones.

The JBL Live Free 2 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The JBL Live Free 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

The JBL Live Free 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✗

If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

The JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

JBL Live Free 2 2only

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

Has A Mute Function

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The JBL Live Free 2 also have this function. It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

With the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

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

Has Voice Prompts

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

The JBL Live Free 2 too have voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JBL Live Free 2 ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your bag without a cover may easily damage them.

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

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Category	Features	Samsung Galaxy Buds Live	JBL Live Free 2
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX2	IPX5
	weight	11.2g	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	12mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20000Hz	20000Hz
	sound pressure level	✗	102dB/mW
POWER	battery life	6hours	7hours
	battery life of charging case	15hours	28hours
	charge time	0.6hours	✗
	battery power	60mAh	✗
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✗
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	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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A breakdown of the review per specifications

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

Battery Power

Has Wireless Charging

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

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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