IP ratings is the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX4, the Sony WF C500's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids 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 Sony WF C500, JBL Live Free 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 Free 2 has a higher liquid rating than Sony WF C500
The Sony WF C500 have a weight of 10.8g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.
The JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g
weigh less than the Sony WF C500 by -1g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Sony WF C500 are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the two earbuds together.
Sony WF C500 have sweat resistance
JBL Live Free 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Sony WF C500 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Sony WF C500's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The JBL Live Free 2 also have stereo speakers
The Sony WF C500 sit tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the sound made by the earbuds. JBL Live Free 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Sony WF C500 by 5.2mm
, a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.
The Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices produce equal bass
The Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can generate equal treble
Sony WF C500's battery life is 10 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. JBL Live Free 2's battery life is
less than that of Sony WF C500 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 time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
This is given by the vendor, and Sony WF C500's case is said to have a full charge of 10 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself. JBL Live Free 2's charging case has a battery life of 28 hours,
more than that of Sony WF C500 by 18 hours
It requires 2.5 hours to fully charge the Sony WF C500's battery.
It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods. The Sony WF C500 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case.
JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. The Sony WF C500 have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. JBL Live Free 2 too support USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. The Sony WF C500 have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. JBL Live Free 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Sony WF C500
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Sony WF C500 have a 9meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. JBL Live Free 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
longer than that of Sony WF C500 by 1meters
Sony WF C500 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.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sony WF C500 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.
Sony WF C500 have 2 microphones. The JBL Live Free 2 microphones are 6,
more than that of Sony WF C500 by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds. The Sony WF C500 support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds. Also the JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. The Sony WF C500 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The JBL Live Free 2 too support the mute function.
It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. The Sony WF C500, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. JBL Live Free 2 also have a control panel on them.
The Sony WF C500 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. Sony WF C500 support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
The JBL Live Free 2 too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. Sony WF C500 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them in your bag without a cover may easily damage them.
JBL Live Free 2 also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
