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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS | Bose QuietComfort |
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Product Type | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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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 |
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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 |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear | |
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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 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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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 |
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Controls | Voice assistant | Volume, answer/end, play/pause, reject call, ANC mode |
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CABLE | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS | Bose QuietComfort |
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Cable Type | - | USB-C charge cable - detachable - 30.5 cm |
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FEATURES | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS | Bose QuietComfort |
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Features | - | Touch control | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | - | |
Intelligent Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS | Bose QuietComfort |
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Battery Type | 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging | 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging | |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 | |
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Compliant Standards | - | IPX4 | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 1 year |