JBL Free vs. Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of JBL Free and Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation). 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 vs. Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS JBL Free Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation - 1st generation
Height - 3.09 cm
Width - 2.18 cm
Depth - 2.4 cm
Weight 99 g 5.4 g Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) are lighter than JBL Free headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 6.06 cm x 2.17 cm x 4.52 cm / 45.6 g
Colour White | Black -
Protection - IPX4
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY JBL Free Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0 Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than JBL Free.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects - Adaptive EQ
Frequency Response 10 - 22000 Hz -
Diaphragm 5.8 mm -
Features - Apple H1 chip
MICROPHONE JBL Free Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL JBL Free Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Controls - Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, audio transparency, ANC on/off
CABLE JBL Free Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Cable Type Micro-USB charge cable -
FEATURES JBL Free Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri
Sensors - Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, force sensor
Additional Functions - Wireless audio sharing
BATTERY AND CHARGING JBL Free Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 4 hour(s) 5 hour(s) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) lasts longer on a single charge than the JBL Free.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 4.5 hours
Continuous talk: up to 3.5 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Continuous talk (with included charging case): up to 18 hours
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
Auto On/Off - Yes
OTHERS JBL Free Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Included Accessories 2 pairs of ear sleeves, charging case 3 pairs of silicone ear tips, wireless charging case, Lightning to USB-C cable
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
Technical support - phone consulting - 90 days
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