JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS vs. Bose QuietComfort

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS and Bose QuietComfort. 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 LIVE FREE NC+ TWS vs. Bose QuietComfort Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Bose QuietComfort
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 14.6 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: Earbud: 2.59 cm x 2.69 cm x 3.91 cm / 8.5 g
Charging case: 8.89 cm x 5.08 cm x 3.18 cm
Colour Black | Rose | Blue | White Blue stone | Triple black | Soapstone
Body Material - Plastic, polymer
Protection Sweat-resistant, water-resistant, IPX7 Sweat-resistant, IPX4, water-resistant
Design - Sports
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 9.144 m
SOUND QUALITY JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Bose QuietComfort
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Acoustic Noise Cancelling
Noise Isolating - Yes Bose QuietComfort are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Signature Sound -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz -
Sensitivity 96 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure 94 dB -
Diaphragm 6.8 mm -
Features TalkThru technology, Ambient Aware ActiveSense technology, Aware Mode
MICROPHONE JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Bose QuietComfort
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Bose QuietComfort microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Sensitivity -26 dBV/Pascal -
Microphones Included - 4
REMOTE CONTROL JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Bose QuietComfort
Controls Voice assistant Volume, answer/end, play/pause, reject call, ANC mode
CABLE JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Bose QuietComfort
Cable Type - USB-C charge cable - detachable - 30.5 cm
FEATURES JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Bose QuietComfort
Features - Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa -
BATTERY AND CHARGING JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Bose QuietComfort
Battery Type 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging
Battery Capacity 50 mAh 122 mAh Bose QuietComfort have a higher battery capacity than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS.
Battery Life 7 hour(s) 6 hour(s) JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS lasts longer on a single charge than the Bose QuietComfort.
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
Continuous playback: up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 18 hours
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 2 hour(s) 2 hours The charging of both headphones last the same time.
Included Qty 2 2
OTHERS JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Bose QuietComfort
Included Accessories 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), 2 pairs of ear sleeves, USB-C charging cable, charging case (300 mAh) 3 pairs of ear tips, wireless charging case
Compliant Standards - IPX4
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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