A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ipX5

Sony WF C500 ipX4

Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX5, the Soundpeats Free 2 Classic's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 5 means that they can withstand medium pressure jet that's 6.3mm diameter, similar to garden hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 metres.

In comparison to the Soundpeats Free 2 Classic, Sony WF C500 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, Soundpeats Free 2 Classic has a higher liquid rating than Sony WF C500

Weight

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic 9.94g

Sony WF C500 10.8g

The Soundpeats Free 2 Classic have a weight of 9.94g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

Sony WF C500, at 10.8g weigh more than the Soundpeats Free 2 Classic with a difference of 0.86g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Soundpeats Free 2 Classic are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together.

Sony WF C500 also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the 2 earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic are resistant to sweat

Sony WF C500's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Sony WF C500 also have stereo speakers

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Has Passive Noise Reduction

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Soundpeats Free 2 Classic stay tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces your environment noise well as preventing the device voice audio from leaking out at the same.

Both Sony WF C500, and Soundpeats Free 2 Classic have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic 6mm

Sony WF C500 5.8mm

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic have a unit size of 6mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size corellates with the sound made by the device.

Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Soundpeats Free 2 Classic by 0.2mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic 20hz

Sony WF C500 20hz

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic 20,000hz

Sony WF C500 20,000hz

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices generate equal treble

Has A Neodymium Magnet

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ✗

Sony WF C500 ✓

Sony WF C500 have neodymium magnets, when used in audio devices produce a higher sensitivity and substantial sound output using less power to do so. They can help generate music at quite a high sound pressure level, using high magnetic flux.

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Battery Life

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic 6hours

Sony WF C500 10hours

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic's battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. 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.

Sony WF C500's battery life is more than that of Soundpeats Free 2 Classic by 4 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic 24hours

Sony WF C500 10hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and the Soundpeats Free 2 Classic's case is said to have a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.

Sony WF C500's charging case has a battery life of 10 hours, less than that of Soundpeats Free 2 Classic by 14 hours

Charge Time

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic 1.5hours

Sony WF C500 2.5hours

It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Soundpeats Free 2 Classic's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods.

Sony WF C500 takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Soundpeats Free 2 Classic by 1 hours

Battery Power

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic 43mah

Sony WF C500 ✗

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic's battery power is 43mAh, battery capacity, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Soundpeats Free 2 Classic have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your device and charging case.

Sony WF C500 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Soundpeats Free 2 Classic support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Sony WF C500 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic v5.1

Sony WF C500 v5

The Soundpeats Free 2 Classic have Bluetooth version of 5.1, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Sony WF C500 has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of Soundpeats Free 2 Classic . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic 10meters

Sony WF C500 9meters

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Sony WF C500 have a maximum range of 9meters, less than that of Soundpeats Free 2 Classic by 1meters

Has Aac

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Soundpeats Free 2 Classic 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.

The Sony WF C500 support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

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Number Of Microphones

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic 4only

Sony WF C500 2only

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic have 4 microphones.

The Sony WF C500 microphones are 2, less than that of Soundpeats Free 2 Classic by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.

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Has Find Earbuds Feature

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Soundpeats Free 2 Classic have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Soundpeats Free 2 Classic support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

Also the Sony WF C500 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic 2only

Sony WF C500 ✗

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Soundpeats Free 2 Classic have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Sony WF C500 too support this function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

With the Soundpeats Free 2 Classic, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

The Sony WF C500 too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ✗

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.

Has Voice Prompts

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

The Sony WF C500 too support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Soundpeats Free 2 Classic ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Soundpeats Free 2 Classic come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Sony WF C500 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Has A Neodymium Magnet

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Battery Power

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Extras

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

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Category	Features	Soundpeats Free 2 Classic	Sony WF C500
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	ipX5	ipX4
	weight	9.94g	10.8g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	6mm	5.8mm
	lowest frequency	20hz	20hz
	highest frequency	20,000hz	20,000hz
	has a neodymium magnet	✗	✓
POWER	battery life	6hours	10hours
	battery life of charging case	24hours	10hours
	charge time	1.5hours	2.5hours
	battery power	43mah	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.1	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	9meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	4only	2only
EXTRAS	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	✗	1years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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