Side by side comparison and review of Nokia BH-501 and JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Nokia BH-501 | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Height | 2.7 cm | - | |
Width | 2.4 cm | - | |
Depth | 1.9 cm | - | |
Weight | 16 g | 14.6 g | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS are lighter than Nokia BH-501 headphones. |
Dimensions & Weight Details | - | Charging case: | |
Colour | Black | Black, silver | Black | Rose | Blue | White | |
Protection | Waterproof, dust-resistant | Sweat-resistant, water-resistant, IPX7 | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Nokia BH-501 | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | - | |
Foldable | Yes | - | Nokia BH-501 can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 5.1 | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Nokia BH-501. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) | 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 | 20 - 20000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
Sensitivity | - | 96 dB | |
Impedance | 16 Ohm | 16 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | - | 94 dB | |
Diaphragm | 9 mm | 6.8 mm | Nokia BH-501 have a thicker diaphragm than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS. |
Features | - | TalkThru technology, Ambient Aware |
MICROPHONE | Nokia BH-501 | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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Type | On-cable | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Mono | - | |
Sensitivity | -11 dB | -26 dBV/Pascal |
REMOTE CONTROL | Nokia BH-501 | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Controls | Power on/off, volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call | Voice assistant |
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CABLE | Nokia BH-501 | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Cable Type | Micro-USB cable | - |
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FEATURES | Nokia BH-501 | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
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Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant, Alexa |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Nokia BH-501 | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Battery Type | 1 x headset battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging | |
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Battery Capacity | 260 mAh | 50 mAh | Nokia BH-501 have a higher battery capacity than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS. |
Battery Life | 8 hour(s) | 7 hour(s) | Nokia BH-501 lasts longer on a single charge than the JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS. |
Battery Life Details | - | 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 |
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Standby Time | 144 hours | - | |
Power Device | Power adapter - external | - | |
Charging Time | 2 hour(s) | 2 hour(s) | The charging of both headphones last the same time. |
Included Qty | 1 | 2 |
WIRELESS LINK | Nokia BH-501 | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Transmission Range | 10 m | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Nokia BH-501 | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Connector Type | USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B) | - |
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OTHERS | Nokia BH-501 | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Included Accessories | 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), 3 x fit earbuds | 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), 2 pairs of ear sleeves, USB-C charging cable, charging case (300 mAh) | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone | - | |
Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 1 year |