Sony Wf C500 Vs. Jbl Live Pro 2 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JBL Live Pro 2 IPX5

Sony WF C500 IPX4

IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX4, the Sony WF C500's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes 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 Sony WF C500, 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, Sony WF C500 has a lower liquid rating than JBL Live Pro 2

Weight

JBL Live Pro 2 9.6g

Sony WF C500 10.8g

Sony WF C500 have a weight of 10.8g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.

The JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g are lighter than the Sony WF C500 with a difference -1.2g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, Sony WF C500 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds .

JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the two earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Sony WF C500 are resistant to sweat

JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Sony WF C500 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Sony WF C500's 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

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

ANC utilises advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.

The JBL Live Pro 2 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Sony WF C500 stay well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.

Both JBL Live Pro 2, and Sony WF C500 have passive noise reduction which means that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Live Pro 2 11mm

Sony WF C500 5.8mm

The Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes 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 Sony WF C500 by 5.2mm , as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Live Pro 2 20Hz

Sony WF C500 20Hz

Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low audible 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 means that both devices can produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

JBL Live Pro 2 20,000Hz

Sony WF C500 20,000Hz

The Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Live Pro 2 93dB/mW

Sony WF C500 ✗

The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Live Pro 2's measurement is 93dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

JBL Live Pro 2 10hours

Sony WF C500 10hours

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 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 equal to that of the Sony WF C500 . 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.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JBL Live Pro 2 30hours

Sony WF C500 10hours

This is given by the vendor, and the Sony WF C500's case has a charge of 10 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 Sony WF C500 by 20 hours

Charge Time

JBL Live Pro 2 2hours

Sony WF C500 2.5hours

It requires 2.5 hours to fully charge the Sony WF C500's battery. It is recommended 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, less than that of Sony WF C500 by 0.5 hours

Has Wireless Charging

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

The JBL Live Pro 2, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Sony WF C500 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your device and charging case.

JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Sony WF C500 support USB TYPE-C, a 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 laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

JBL Live Pro 2 v5.2

Sony WF C500 v5

The Sony WF C500 have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

JBL Live Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, newer than that of Sony WF C500 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Live Pro 2 10meters

Sony WF C500 9meters

The Sony WF C500 have a 9meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

JBL Live Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, longer than that of Sony WF C500 by 1meters

Has Aac

JBL Live Pro 2 ✗

Sony WF C500 ✓

Sony WF C500 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because 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 Sony WF C500 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

JBL Live Pro 2 6only

Sony WF C500 2only

The Sony WF C500 have 2 microphones.

JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6, more than that of Sony WF C500 by 4 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

The JBL Live Pro 2 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the desired sound.

Mic Sensitivity

JBL Live Pro 2 -38dBV/Pa

Sony WF C500 ✗

The JBL Live Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The size of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the microphone can recognize.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

Has In/On-Ear Detection

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, JBL Live Pro 2 support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Sony WF C500 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully 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 is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

JBL Live Pro 2 2only

Sony WF C500 ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Sony WF C500 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The JBL Live Pro 2 also have this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Sony WF C500, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

JBL Live Pro 2 also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

JBL Live Pro 2 1Years

Sony WF C500 1Years

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.

When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. JBL Live Pro 2 have a warranty period of 1Years, equal to that of the Sony WF C500 .

Has Voice Prompts

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Sony WF C500 support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

The JBL Live Pro 2 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Sony WF C500 come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

JBL Live Pro 2 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	JBL Live Pro 2	Sony WF C500
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX5	IPX4
	weight	9.6g	10.8g
	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	5.8mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	93dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	10hours	10hours
	battery life of charging case	30hours	10hours
	charge time	2hours	2.5hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	9meters
	has aac	✗	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	2only
	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	1Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

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

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Aptx Adaptive

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included