Jaybird Freedom 2 vs. JBL Wave

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Jaybird Freedom 2 and JBL Wave. 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. JBL Wave Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Jaybird Freedom 2 JBL Wave
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
Earbud: 8.8 g
Charging case: 39.5 g
Colour Gold | Carbon | Steel blue White
Body Material Metal -
Protection Sweat-resistant Dust-resistant, IP54, water-resistant
Design Sports -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Jaybird Freedom 2 JBL Wave
Headphones Form Factor In-ear Ear-bud
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2 JBL Wave 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), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Noise Isolating Yes - Jaybird Freedom 2 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Super Bass Control (SBC) Deep Bass
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 96 dB 100 dB JBL Wave have higher sensitivity than Jaybird Freedom 2.
Impedance 16 Ohm 16 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 95 dB
Diaphragm 6 mm 8 mm JBL Wave 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.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Jaybird Freedom 2 JBL Wave
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
Sensitivity -38 dB -38 dBV/Pascal
REMOTE CONTROL Jaybird Freedom 2 JBL Wave
Controls Power on/off, volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call -
CABLE Jaybird Freedom 2 JBL Wave
Cable Type USB charge cable USB-C charge cable
Cable Length 36 cm -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Jaybird Freedom 2 JBL Wave
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity 60 mAh 48 mAh Jaybird Freedom 2 have a higher battery capacity than JBL Wave.
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 8 hours Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 32 hours
Standby Time 110 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 2 hours JBL Wave recharge faster than Jaybird Freedom 2.
Included Qty - 2
OTHERS Jaybird Freedom 2 JBL Wave
Included Accessories Charging clip, cord management clips 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C charging cable, charging case (530 mAh)
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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