A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ipX2

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ip68

Ingress protection ratings is the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IPX2, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 2 means that they are protected against drops falling when tilted at 15° in 4 fixed positions.

In comparison to the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a rating of IP68 meaning that they are completely dust proof and that of liquids is that, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus has a lower liquid rating than JBL Reflect Aero TWS

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 12.6g

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 13g

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a weight of 12.6g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS, at 13g weigh more than the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus with a difference of 0.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the two earbuds .

Wingtips Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus come with wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have wingtips, these rest against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to match vigorous movement, wingtips are best suited for sports and other physical activities. When used correctly, they secure the earbuds from falling off.

Sweat Resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have sweat resistance

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS are both dustproof and water-resistant.

Has Stereo Speakers

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have stereo speakers, what this means is that Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus'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 Reflect Aero TWS and Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 6.8mm

JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a unit size of 6.8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, its size corellates with the loudness of the device.

Lowest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 20hz

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 20hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus'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 alters the signal while at it.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 20,000hz

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 20,000hz

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 99db/mw

SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Reflect Aero TWS's measurement is 99dB/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 Plus 11hours

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 8hours

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery life is 11 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 have to charge the device less often.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's battery life is less than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by 3 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing 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.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 22hours

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 16hours

This is given by the vendor, and Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's case has a charge of 22 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours, less than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by 6 hours

Charge Time

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 1hours

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 1.5hours

It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by 0.5 hours

Battery Power

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 85mah

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery capacity is 85mAh, battery power, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.

Has Wireless Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just place down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your device and case.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

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

JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus v5

JBL Reflect Aero TWS v5.2

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, newer than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 10meters

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 10meters

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

JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus

Has Aac

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide 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 Plus will work fine with your iPad. 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.

Audio Latency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 134ms

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

Latency refers to the time it takes for the audio signal to be transmitted to your earbuds. Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a latency of 134ms, a lower latency reduces audio lag and is particularly important when playing games or watching videos.

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Number Of Microphones

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 6only

JBL Reflect Aero TWS 6only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have 6 microphones.

While the JBL Reflect Aero TWS microphones are 6, equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device.

Also the JBL Reflect Aero TWS too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

Has A Mute Function

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have the mute function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

With the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 1years

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

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

The JBL Reflect Aero TWS also support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JBL Reflect Aero TWS ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus	JBL Reflect Aero TWS
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	ipX2	ip68
	weight	12.6g	13g
	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	✗	6.8mm
	lowest frequency	20hz	20hz
	highest frequency	20,000hz	20,000hz
	sound pressure level	✗	99db/mw
POWER	battery life	11hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	22hours	16hours
	charge time	1hours	1.5hours
	battery power	85mah	✗
	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	✓	✗
	audio latency	134ms	✗
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	✓	✓
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	1years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

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

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

Audio Latency

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

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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