IP ratings is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
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 value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. Compared 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,
Sennheiser Momentum 3 has a lower liquid rating than JBL Live Pro 2
Sennheiser Momentum 3 have a weight of 10.6g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.
JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g
weigh less than the Sennheiser Momentum 3 with a difference -1g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, Sennheiser Momentum 3 are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds .
JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the two earbuds together. Sennheiser Momentum 3 are resistant to sweat
JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as 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.
Both JBL Live Pro 2 and Sennheiser Momentum 3 have stereo speakers
ANC utilises more advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero thus "diluting" the noise.
The Sennheiser Momentum 3 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have ANC which makes either of the devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 and JBL Live Pro 2 work with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that suits your commute or that enhances your chill time.
The Sennheiser Momentum 3 stay tightly in place, creating a sound covering that tones down background 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 tone down 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.
A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the sound produced by 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.
Sennheiser Momentum 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
Sennheiser Momentum 3 produce a juicier bass than the JBL Live Pro 2
Sennheiser Momentum 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
Sennheiser Momentum 3 produce a clearer and crispier treble than the JBL Live Pro 2
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured 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. The sound pressure level, a device is can be perceived differently by different people, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.
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 usually 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 listening time.
The effect is barely 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 manufacturer, and Sennheiser Momentum 3's case is said to have a full charge of 21 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables 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 requires 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 place 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 alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery.
Its lights display the charging status of your device and case. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
JBL Live Pro 2 too use 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 allows 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. Sennheiser Momentum 3 have a 10meters distance connecting 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 used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sennheiser Momentum 3 will work well with your MacBook.
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 reducing interference from other devices.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 have 6 microphones. While the JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Sennheiser Momentum 3
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the desired sound.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through 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 but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.
The Sennheiser Momentum 3 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears .
The JBL Live Pro 2 too 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. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device.
Also the JBL Live Pro 2 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The JBL Live Pro 2 also 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 earbuds. The JBL Live Pro 2 also have a control panel on them. Sennheiser Momentum 3 have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 come with their own special case.
Carrying earphones openly, or putting 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.
