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Category | Features | JBL Reflect Aero TWS | Sony WF C700N |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | ip68 | ipX4 |
weight | 13g | 9.2g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✓ | ✗ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
is dust proof and water-resistant | ✓ | ✗ | |
has an earbud foam | ✗ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 6.8mm | 5mm | |
lowest frequency | 20hz | 20hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000hz | 20,000hz | |
sound pressure level | 99db/mw | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 8hours | 10hours |
battery life of charging case | 16hours | 10hours | |
charge time | 1.5hours | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✗ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | ✗ |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✓ |
has find earbuds feature | ✗ | ✓ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | ✗ | 2only | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection given by a casing, against dust 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 (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Sony WF C700N's rating for solids indicates 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 C700N, JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a rating of IP68 meaning that
they are completely dust proof
and that of liquids is that,
Sony WF C700N has a lower liquid rating than JBL Reflect Aero TWS
Sony WF C700N have a weight of 9.2g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS, at 13g
weigh more than the Sony WF C700N with a difference of 3.8g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, Sony WF C700N are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the pair of earbuds together.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS have wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Sony WF C700N are resistant to sweat
JBL Reflect Aero TWS's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
JBL Reflect Aero TWS are both dustproof and water-resistant.
The earbud foam is made to be ultracompact and lightweight, with almost no interference with earrings, spectacles, hats, or hairstyles. The Sony WF C700N have an earbud foam for some people it is more comfortable than the in-ear foam.
Sony WF C700N have stereo speakers, what this means is that Sony WF C700N'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 Reflect Aero TWS also have stereo speakers
ANC utilises more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.
Sony WF C700N have ANC 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 outcompete background noise.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time.
Sony WF C700N sit 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 JBL Reflect Aero TWS, and Sony WF C700N have passive noise reduction this means that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.
The Sony WF C700N have a unit size of 5mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS driver unit is 6.8mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Sony WF C700N by 1.8mm
, many people have a misconception 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.
The Sony WF C700N's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
The Sony WF C700N's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device generates high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can generate equal treble
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Reflect Aero TWS's measurement is 99dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
The Sony WF C700N'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 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 Reflect Aero TWS's battery life is
less than that of Sony WF C700N by 2 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, 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 Sony WF C700N's case is said to have a full charge of 10 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours,
more than that of Sony WF C700N by 6 hours
It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the JBL Reflect Aero TWS's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods.
The Sony WF C700N have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your device and case.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
Sony WF C700N use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
Sony WF C700N have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the Sony WF C700N
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Sony WF C700N have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Sony WF C700N
Sony WF C700N support AAC, a codec 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 the same bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sony WF C700N will work well with your MacBook. If you intend 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.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS have 6 microphones.
Sony WF C700N have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the desired sound.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.
Sony WF C700N support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.
When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Sony WF C700N have a find earbuds feature.
Sony WF C700N support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS support fast charging. It's very 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 30 minutes.
Sony WF C700N support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Sony WF C700N have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.
With the Sony WF C700N, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have a control panel on them.
Sony WF C700N have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.
The Sony WF C700N come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your bag without a casing may easily damage them.
JBL Reflect Aero TWS too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.