Why You SHOULD Get The JBL LIVE PRO 2 vs AirPods Pro 2

Summary

In this detailed comparison, the JBL Live Pro 2 and Apple's AirPods Pro 2 are evaluated across various criteria including fit, comfort, water resistance, battery life, charging, controls, connectivity, latency, microphone quality, noise cancelation, and sound quality. The AirPods Pro 2 excel in controls, latency, and sound clarity, while the Live Pro 2 offers impressive noise cancelation and a customizable EQ at a third of the price. The video provides a nuanced look at which earbuds may be better suited for different music genres and usage scenarios.

Takeaways

• 🎧 The JBL Live Pro 2 earbuds are available for as low as 100 AUD in Australia, while the AirPods Pro 2 are priced at 350 AUD.
• 🔄 Both earbuds have a similar design with oval-shaped ear tips, but the AirPods Pro 2 are slightly smaller and sleeker, offering a more comfortable fit.
• 🏃‍♂️ In terms of secure fit, both earbuds perform equally well during physical activities like running and weight training.
• 💦 The Live Pro 2 have an IPX5 water resistance rating, while the AirPods Pro 2 have an IPX4 rating, making both suitable for workouts.
• 🔋 The Live Pro 2 offers 8 hours of battery life with noise canceling on, and 30 hours total with the case, compared to the AirPods Pro 2's 6 hours and 30 hours total with the case.
• 📡 The AirPods Pro 2 have superior connectivity with seamless switching between iOS devices, while the Live Pro 2 supports true multi-point connections.
• 🛡️ The AirPods Pro 2 have better noise canceling capabilities, especially for high-frequency sounds like voices and gym chatter.
• 🔊 The Live Pro 2 allows users to adjust the strength of noise canceling, a feature not available on the AirPods Pro 2.
• 🎵 The AirPods Pro 2 provide clearer sound quality with better balance and instrument separation, while the Live Pro 2 has a bass-heavy tuning.
• 🎚️ The Live Pro 2 offers a 10-band EQ customization in the app, giving users more control over sound preferences compared to the AirPods Pro 2.
• 🎮 For gaming, the AirPods Pro 2 have lower latency, but the Live Pro 2 has a video mode that reduces latency, albeit with a slight audio quality reduction.

Q & A

How much do the JBL Live Pro 2 earbuds cost in Australia?

The JBL Live Pro 2 earbuds can be purchased for as low as 100 Australian dollars.

What is the price difference between the Apple AirPods Pro 2 and the JBL Live Pro 2 in the script?

The Apple AirPods Pro 2 are priced at around 350 Australian dollars, which is significantly higher than the JBL Live Pro 2's price of 100 Australian dollars.

Which earbuds are considered to have a more comfortable fit according to the script?

Both the JBL Live Pro 2 and the Apple AirPods Pro 2 have a similar design and comfort level, with the AirPods being slightly smaller and sleeker, providing a marginally more comfortable fit.

How do the earbuds perform in terms of staying secure during physical activities?

Both the JBL Live Pro 2 and the Apple AirPods Pro 2 stay securely in the ears during activities such as running and weight training, with no significant difference in performance.

What is the difference in water resistance rating between the JBL Live Pro 2 and the Apple AirPods Pro 2?

The JBL Live Pro 2 has an IPX5 water resistance rating, while the Apple AirPods Pro 2 have an IPX4 rating. The difference is minimal, with both being suitable for use during workouts.

Which earbuds have a better battery life with noise-canceling turned on?

Both the JBL Live Pro 2 and the Apple AirPods Pro 2 offer industry-leading battery life, with the JBL Live Pro 2 providing eight hours of playback from the buds and 30 hours in total with the case, and the AirPods Pro 2 offering six hours from the buds and 30 hours in total with the case.

What is the advantage of the Apple AirPods Pro 2 case in terms of portability?

The Apple AirPods Pro 2 case is slightly larger but thinner than the JBL Live Pro 2 case, making it easier to fit into a pocket.

Which earbuds offer a better fast charge feature?

The JBL Live Pro 2 technically wins in terms of fast charging, as 15 minutes in the case provides four hours of playback, compared to the AirPods Pro 2, which offer one hour of playback with five minutes in the case.

How do the controls on the JBL Live Pro 2 compare to the Apple AirPods Pro 2?

The Apple AirPods Pro 2 have more versatile controls, including volume adjustment and Force touch, while the JBL Live Pro 2 use touch controls with less customization options.

What is the main advantage of the JBL Live Pro 2 in terms of connectivity?

The JBL Live Pro 2 supports true multi-point connections, allowing two devices to be connected to the earbuds at the same time, which is a rare feature in true wireless earbuds.

How do the microphones of the JBL Live Pro 2 and the Apple AirPods Pro 2 perform in windy outdoor conditions?

Both earbuds allow some wind noise to come through when noise-canceling is on, with the AirPods Pro 2 letting in slightly less wind noise than the JBL Live Pro 2.

Which earbuds have a better noise-canceling feature?

The Apple AirPods Pro 2 have a slightly better noise-canceling feature, especially for higher frequency sounds like voices and gym chatter.

How does the transparency mode of the JBL Live Pro 2 compare to that of the Apple AirPods Pro 2?

The Apple AirPods Pro 2 have a superior transparency mode, providing a more natural and clear sound, while the JBL Live Pro 2 has a slightly less natural sound with some white noise hiss.

Which earbuds have better sound quality for acoustic, jazz, and classical music?

The Apple AirPods Pro 2 have better sound quality for acoustic, jazz, and classical music, offering more detail and realism in the treble range.

How does the bass response of the JBL Live Pro 2 compare to the Apple AirPods Pro 2?

The JBL Live Pro 2 has a more bass-heavy tuning, with more boosting in both the sub bass and mid bass, while the Apple AirPods Pro 2 have a balanced bass response with a nice amount of boosting in the sub bass.

Which earbuds are better for watching movies with spatial audio?

The Apple AirPods Pro 2 are better for watching movies with spatial audio, as they combine superior mid-range and spatial audio with head tracking for an immersive experience.