Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd generation) vs. JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS

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Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd generation) and JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd generation) vs. JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd generation) JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 2nd generation -
Height 4.05 cm -
Width 1.65 cm -
Depth 1.8 cm -
Weight 4 g 14.6 g Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd generation) are lighter than Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd generation) headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 4.43 cm x 2.13 cm x 5.35 cm / 38 g Charging case:
Colour - Black | Rose | Blue | White
Protection - Sweat-resistant, water-resistant, IPX7
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd generation) JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Signature Sound
Frequency Response - 20 - 20000 Hz
Sensitivity - 96 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 94 dB
Diaphragm - 6.8 mm
Features Apple H1 chip TalkThru technology, Ambient Aware
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd generation) JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Sensitivity - -26 dBV/Pascal
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd generation) JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track Voice assistant
FEATURES Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd generation) JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant Siri Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd generation) JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging
Battery Capacity - 50 mAh
Battery Life 5 hour(s) 7 hour(s) JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS lasts longer on a single charge than the Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd generation).
Battery Life Details Continuous playback: up to 5 hours
Continuous talk: up to 3 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 21 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 7 hours
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
Auto On/Off Yes -
Included Qty - 2
OTHERS Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd generation) JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Included Accessories Charging case, Lightning cable 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), 2 pairs of ear sleeves, USB-C charging cable, charging case (300 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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