Jaybird Freedom 2 vs. Bowers & Wilkins PI5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Jaybird Freedom 2 and Bowers & Wilkins PI5. 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

Jaybird Freedom 2 vs. Bowers & Wilkins PI5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Jaybird Freedom 2 Bowers & Wilkins PI5
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Length 36 cm -
Weight 13.8 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Control unit: 1.12 cm x 0.87 cm x 4.48 cm
Charge clip: 1.4 cm x 1.2 cm x 4 cm / 6 g
Earbud: 2.34 cm x 0.62 cm x 2.24 cm
Charging case: 47 g
Earbud: 8 g
Colour Gold | Carbon | Steel blue White | Black
Body Material Metal -
Protection Sweat-resistant IP54, water-resistant
Design Sports -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY Jaybird Freedom 2 Bowers & Wilkins PI5
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0 Bowers & Wilkins PI5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Jaybird Freedom 2.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Generic Attribute Profile (GATT)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Bowers & Wilkins PI5 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Advanced ANC
Noise Isolating Yes - Jaybird Freedom 2 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Super Bass Control (SBC) -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 10 - 20000 Hz Bowers & Wilkins PI5 offer a larger frequency range than Jaybird Freedom 2.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% <0.3% Bowers & Wilkins PI5 have lower total harmonic distortion than Jaybird Freedom 2.
Sensitivity 96 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm 6 mm 9.2 mm Bowers & Wilkins PI5 have a thicker diaphragm than Jaybird Freedom 2.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) 8 - Jaybird Freedom 2 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Features - Google Fast Pair, Auto Play, Auto Pause, Ambient Pass-Through
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Jaybird Freedom 2 Bowers & Wilkins PI5
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
Sensitivity -38 dB -
Microphones Included - 4
REMOTE CONTROL Jaybird Freedom 2 Bowers & Wilkins PI5
Controls Power on/off, volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call, voice assistant, ANC on/off, ANC mode
CABLE Jaybird Freedom 2 Bowers & Wilkins PI5
Cable Type USB charge cable USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
Cable Length 36 cm -
FEATURES Jaybird Freedom 2 Bowers & Wilkins PI5
Features - Fast charge, auto power on/off
Sensors - Wear sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Jaybird Freedom 2 Bowers & Wilkins PI5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Capacity 60 mAh -
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 4 hour(s) Jaybird Freedom 2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Bowers & Wilkins PI5.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback: up to 4 hours
Standby Time 110 hours -
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Jaybird Freedom 2 recharge faster than Jaybird Freedom 2.
OTHERS Jaybird Freedom 2 Bowers & Wilkins PI5
Included Accessories Charging clip, cord management clips 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C charging cable, wireless charging case
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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