Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus
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JBL Reflect Aero TWS
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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 | |
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 |
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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IP ratings refer to the level of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
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 of liquids that they are protected against drops falling when tilted at 15° in 4 fixed positions.
Compared 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,
JBL Reflect Aero TWS has a higher liquid rating than Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a weight of 12.6g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS, at 13g
weigh more than the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by of 0.4g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds .
JBL Reflect Aero TWS also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the two earbuds .
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have wingtips, by resting against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to match vigorous movement, they come in handy for sports and other physical activities. When applied as directed, they prevent the earbuds from falling off.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have sweat resistance
JBL Reflect Aero TWS's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JBL Reflect Aero TWS are both dustproof and water-resistant.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have stereo speakers, what this means is that Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both JBL Reflect Aero TWS and Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero which results in a reduced level of noise.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus sit well in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same.
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that both tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a unit size of 6.8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size determines the loudness of the earbuds.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices generate equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured 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.
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
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
This is given by the manufacturer, and the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's case has a full charge of 22 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables 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
It takes 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 unused for long 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
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have USB TYPE-C, an industry-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 electronics.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, 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.
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
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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 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 , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have 6 microphones.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS 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 would still want to hear traffic.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a find earbuds feature.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS too support the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have a control panel on them.
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 that has followed instruction manuals.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS also have voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the device.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus come with a special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.