Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods (3rd generation) and JBL Free II. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | JBL Free II |
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Product Type | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Product Generation | 3rd generation | - | |
Height | 3.079 cm | - | |
Width | 1.826 cm | - | |
Depth | 1.921 cm | - | |
Weight | 4.28 g | 4.8 g | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) are lighter than Apple AirPods (3rd generation) headphones. |
Dimensions & Weight Details | Charging case: 5.44 cm x 2.138 cm x 4.64 cm / 37.91 g | Earphone: 4.8 g Charging case: 52 g |
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Colour | - | Black | White | |
Protection | IPX4 | Splashproof, IPX4 | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics |
SOUND QUALITY | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | JBL Free II |
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Headphones Form Factor | Ear-bud | In-ear | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version. |
Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | Adaptive EQ | - | |
Frequency Response | - | 20 - 20000 Hz | |
Sensitivity | - | 100 dB | |
Impedance | - | 16 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | - | 95 dB | |
Diaphragm | - | 5.6 mm | |
Features | Apple H1 chip | - |
MICROPHONE | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | JBL Free II |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Operation Mode | Beamforming | - | |
Sensitivity | - | -38 dBV/Pascal | |
Microphones Included | 2 | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | JBL Free II |
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Controls | Volume, answer/end, next/previous track | - |
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CABLE | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | JBL Free II |
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Cable Type | USB-C to Lightning cable | USB-C charge cable |
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FEATURES | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | JBL Free II |
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Features | - | Touch control | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | - | |
Intelligent Assistant | Siri | - | |
Sensors | Motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, force sensor, skin-detecting sensors | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | JBL Free II |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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Battery Capacity | - | 55 mAh | |
Battery Life | 6 hour(s) | 6 hour(s) | Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge. |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback: up to 6 hours Continuous talk: up to 4 hours Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 30 hours Continuous talk (with included charging case): up to 20 hours Continuous playback (spatial audio on): up to 5 hours |
(with included charging case): up to 24 hours | |
Wireless Charging Standards | Qi | - | |
Charging Time | - | 2 hour(s) | |
Auto On/Off | Yes | - | |
Included Qty | - | 2 |
OTHERS | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | JBL Free II |
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Included Accessories | Wireless charging case, Lightning to USB-C cable | 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), charging case (650 mAh) | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac | - | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | - |