IP ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).
Having a value of IP54, the Momentum True Wireless 4's rating for solids indicates that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety, 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 Momentum True Wireless 4, JBL Live Pro 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Momentum True Wireless 4 has a lower liquid rating than JBL Live Pro 2
The Momentum True Wireless 4 have a weight of 12.4g . 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 Momentum True Wireless 4 with a difference -2.8g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Momentum True Wireless 4 are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds .
JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the two earbuds .
Momentum True Wireless 4 are resistant to sweat
JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
The Momentum True Wireless 4 are both dustproof and water-resistant. Momentum True Wireless 4 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Momentum True Wireless 4's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The JBL Live Pro 2 also have stereo speakers
ANC utilises more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.
The Momentum True Wireless 4 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have ANC which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. The Momentum True Wireless 4 and JBL Live Pro 2 operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that enhances your relaxation time.
Momentum True Wireless 4 stay tightly in place, creating a sound covering that tones down background noise while preventing the device music from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. The Momentum True Wireless 4 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 produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the device.
JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Momentum True Wireless 4 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 yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. Momentum True Wireless 4's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
Momentum True Wireless 4 can make sound with a juicier bass than the JBL Live Pro 2
The Momentum True Wireless 4's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
Momentum True Wireless 4 can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the JBL Live Pro 2
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, Momentum True Wireless 4'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, something is can be taken differently by different people, so we need to have the means to get a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. Momentum True Wireless 4's battery life is 7.5 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge.
A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is
more than that of Momentum True Wireless 4 by 2.5 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Momentum True Wireless 4's case has a charge of 22.5 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life 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 Momentum True Wireless 4 by 7.5 hours
It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Momentum True Wireless 4's battery.
It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Momentum True Wireless 4 by 0.5 hours
Momentum True Wireless 4, 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. Momentum True Wireless 4 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. Momentum True Wireless 4 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. JBL Live Pro 2 too have USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets. The Momentum True Wireless 4 have Bluetooth version of 5.4, 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,
older than that of Momentum True Wireless 4
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Momentum True Wireless 4 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. JBL Live Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Momentum True Wireless 4
Momentum True Wireless 4 support AAC, a codec that is 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 a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Momentum True Wireless 4 will work fine with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Momentum True Wireless 4 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 means both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as reducing interference from other devices. Momentum True Wireless 4 have 6 microphones.
While the JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Momentum True Wireless 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds. Momentum True Wireless 4 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the desired sound. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone.
Especially useful in noisy environments. Momentum True Wireless 4's highest mic frequency is 10,000Hz, high frequencies are better for picking up treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency.
The Momentum True Wireless 4's lowest mic frequency is 100Hz, low frequencies are better for recording bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency. Momentum True Wireless 4 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound 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 your surrounding, say you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.
Momentum True Wireless 4 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds. JBL Live Pro 2 support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes. Momentum True Wireless 4 have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect 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. The JBL Live Pro 2 have a multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Momentum True Wireless 4
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another connected device. The Momentum True Wireless 4 have a mute function, they have 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 unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk. The Momentum True Wireless 4, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a control panel on them. The Momentum True Wireless 4 have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals. When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs.
JBL Live Pro 2 have a warranty period of 1Years,
less than that of Momentum True Wireless 4 by 1 Years
.
Momentum True Wireless 4 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. JBL Live Pro 2 too support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.
The Momentum True Wireless 4 come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
