Overall Score 8.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 7.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | JBL Live Pro 2 | Sennheiser Momentum 3 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX5 | IPX4 |
weight | 9.6g | 10.6g | |
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 | 11mm | 7mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 5Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 21,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 93dB/mW | 107dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 10hours | 7hours |
battery life of charging case | 30hours | 21hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1.5hours | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✗ | ✓ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✓ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 6only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
mic sensitivity | -38dBV/Pa | ✗ | |
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 | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | 1Years | ✗ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX4, the Sennheiser Momentum 3's rating for solids indicates 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. In comparison to the Sennheiser Momentum 3, JBL Live Pro 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,
JBL Live Pro 2 has a higher liquid rating than Sennheiser Momentum 3
The Sennheiser Momentum 3 have a weight of 10.6g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
The JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g are lighter than the Sennheiser Momentum 3 by -1g For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Sennheiser Momentum 3 are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds . JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the pair of earbuds together. Sennheiser Momentum 3 are resistant to sweat JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc Sennheiser Momentum 3 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The JBL Live Pro 2 also have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation uses advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero thus "diluting" the noise.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both devices ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that suits your commute or that suites your chill time.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 sit well in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that both reduce ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 have a unit size of 7mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds. JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Sennheiser Momentum 3 by 4mm
, 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 it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.
The Sennheiser Momentum 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it. JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that Sennheiser Momentum 3 can make sound with a juicier bass than the JBL Live Pro 2 The Sennheiser Momentum 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that Sennheiser Momentum 3 can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the JBL Live Pro 2 The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, Sennheiser Momentum 3's measurement is 107dB/mW.
Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. JBL Live Pro 2's sound pressure level measurement is 93dB/mW. How loud a device is can be taken differently by separate persons, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.
The Sennheiser Momentum 3's battery life is 7 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is more than that of Sennheiser Momentum 3 by 3 hours . Each 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 have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Sennheiser Momentum 3's case is said to have a charge of 21 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 Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours, more than that of Sennheiser Momentum 3 by 9 hours It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Sennheiser Momentum 3's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods. JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Sennheiser Momentum 3 by 0.5 hours Sennheiser Momentum 3, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a compatible charging pad. JBL Live Pro 2 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device. Sennheiser Momentum 3 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your device and case. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
JBL Live Pro 2 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Live Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the Sennheiser Momentum 3 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. JBL Live Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Sennheiser Momentum 3 Sennheiser Momentum 3 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since 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 Sennheiser Momentum 3 will work well 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. Sennheiser Momentum 3 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps). JBL Live Pro 2 support APTX Adaptive as well which implies that both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio from other devices.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 have 6 microphones. JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Sennheiser Momentum 3 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas. Sennheiser Momentum 3 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic.
The Sennheiser Momentum 3 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. JBL Live Pro 2 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. Sennheiser Momentum 3 support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device. The JBL Live Pro 2 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 thirty minutes. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have the mute function.
The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. The Sennheiser Momentum 3, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. JBL Live Pro 2 also have a control panel on them.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. JBL Live Pro 2 also support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 come with a special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. JBL Live Pro 2 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.