JBL Free II vs. JBL Wave Buds

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of JBL Free II and JBL Wave Buds. 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

JBL Free II vs. JBL Wave Buds Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS JBL Free II JBL Wave Buds
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 4.8 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Earphone: 4.8 g
Charging case: 52 g
Earbud: 2.04 cm x 1.58 cm x 2.15 cm / 4.5 g
Charging case: 3.7 cm x 2.67 cm x 6.89 cm / 34 g
Colour Black | White White | Black
Protection Splashproof, IPX4 -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY JBL Free II JBL Wave Buds
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2 JBL Wave Buds have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than JBL Free II.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), 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)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Deep Bass
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity 100 dB 100 dB Both headphones offer the same sensitivity.
Impedance 16 Ohm 16 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 95 dB 95 dB
Diaphragm 5.6 mm 8 mm JBL Wave Buds have a thicker diaphragm than JBL Free II.
MICROPHONE JBL Free II JBL Wave Buds
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -38 dBV/Pascal
CABLE JBL Free II JBL Wave Buds
Cable Type USB-C charge cable -
FEATURES JBL Free II JBL Wave Buds
Features Touch control -
BATTERY AND CHARGING JBL Free II JBL Wave Buds
Battery Type 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity 55 mAh 47 mAh JBL Free II have a higher battery capacity than JBL Wave Buds.
Battery Life 6 hour(s) -
Battery Life Details (with included charging case): up to 24 hours Continuous playback: up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 32 hours
Charging Time 2 hour(s) 2 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
Included Qty 2 -
OTHERS JBL Free II JBL Wave Buds
Included Accessories 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), charging case (650 mAh) 3 pairs of ear tips, USB-C charging cable, charging case (550 mAh)
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