adidas Z.N.E. 01 ANC vs JBL Live Free NC+ TWS - Where are the differences?

There are a few differences between the two True-Wireless Headphones. Let's take a closer look at the points in comparison between the Z.N.E. 01 ANC from adidas and the JBL Live Free NC+ TWS.

Which headphones have the better battery life?

A crucial point for headphones without cables is always the battery life. Here many headphones differ and the capacity grows from year to year. The battery life of the JBL Live Free NC+ TWS is longer here with 7,0 hours, which is of course better. With a lower battery life of up to 6,0 hours, the adidas Z.N.E. 01 ANC scores worse at this point. Depending on the settings, the battery life turns out significantly lower. The specifications always refer to the ideal case.

For true-wireless headphones, an additional battery in the case has become popular. This way the headphones gain more battery life and can be conveniently charged on the go. In terms of overall performance, the adidas Z.N.E. 01 ANC* offers more at this point. With Case, the headphones have a battery life of up to 26,0 hours. The JBL Live Free NC+ TWS comes insgsamt to a battery performance of up to 21,0 hours.

Wie werden die Kopfhörer geladen?

Bei dem Ladenanschluss setzten beide Geräte auf die gleiche Technologie. Beide werden per USB-C geladen.

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From the comparison, only the case from the JBL Live Free NC+ TWS can also be wired charged. This is also called the Qi charging function. The adidas Z.N.E. 01 ANC does not have this option out of the box.

Noise Cancelling: ANC

The active noise cancellation function is becoming increasingly important, but this is by far not supported by every headphone. Here we have Active Noise Cancelling (short: ANC) on board for both headphones, adidas Z.N.E. 01 ANC and JBL Live Free NC+ TWS.

Welche Bluetooth Version ist verbaut?

Beide TWS-Kopfhörer aus dem Vergleich funktionieren über Bluetooth. Je höher die Version, desto besser ist es für die Qualität in der Übertragung und auch dem Energieverbrauch. Die beiden Kopfhörer unterscheiden sich hier. Der 5.2 hat Bluetooth 5.2. Bei dem JBL Live Free NC+ TWS gibt es Bluetooth 5.1. Damit ist der adidas Z.N.E. 01 ANC* mit dem bessern und neuern Bluetooth-Standard ausgerüstet.

Driver size of the headphones

The larger the driver of a headphone, the better it can reproduce low tones (bass). At this point, the two headphones do not differ. Both have a driver size of 6 mm.

Are there changeable attachments?

For better carrying comfort, both wireless headphones from the comparison offer interchangeable attachments. The number of pieces is also identical with . Thus, we have no winner and no loser at this point.

Are the headphones waterproof?

Both headphones from the comparison have IP certification. However, the degree of protection is different. The adidas Z.N.E. 01 ANC is certified with IPX5. With the JBL Live Free NC+ TWS, you get IPX7 certification. However, an IP certification does not directly mean waterproof. Depending on the certification, the headphones are only water- or sweat-resistant. However, a higher number in the certification is generally better. With Bluetooth headphones there is also the problem that Bluetooth is disturbed by water. Thus, the use when swimming is only possible with special headphones.