LG TONE Free HBS-FN6 vs Soundcore Liberty Air 2 - Where are the differences?

Brand
LG
Soundcore
Product name
TONE Free HBS-FN6
Liberty Air 2
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Only differences
Battery
Battery life
Battery life
6,0 hours
Battery life
7,0 hours
Battery life with case
Battery life with case
18,0 hours
Battery life with case
28,0 hours
Quick charge
Chargetime
Chargetime
5,0 minutes
Chargetime
10,0 minutes
Playtime
Playtime
1,0 hours
Playtime
2,0 hours
Periphery
Recharge
Recharge
USB-C
Recharge
USB-C
Qi Charging (Wireless)
Qi Charging (Wireless)
Yes
Qi Charging (Wireless)
No
Noise cancelling
ANC
ANC
No
ANC
No
Microphone
Available
Available
Yes
Available
Yes
Quantity
Quantity
2
Quantity
4
Sensors
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth Version
5.0
Bluetooth Version
5.0
Audio
Driver
Driver
6 mm
Driver
-
Mono-Modus
Left
Left
-
Left
Yes
Right
Right
-
Right
Yes
Essays
Amount
Amount
3
Amount
5
Changeable
Changeable
Yes
Changeable
Yes
Waterproof
Certification
Certification
IPX4
Certification
IPX5
Voice control
Alexa (integriert)
Alexa (integriert)
No
Alexa (integriert)
-
Google (integrated)
Google (integrated)
Yes
Google (integrated)
-
Siri (integrated)
Siri (integrated)
Yes
Siri (integrated)
-
Special features
Antibacterial
Antibacterial
Yes
Antibacterial
-
Interaction mode
Interaction mode
Yes
Interaction mode
-
Pulse measurement
Pulse measurement
-
Pulse measurement
-

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 TONE Free HBS-FN6 from LG and the Soundcore Liberty Air 2.

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 Soundcore Liberty Air 2 is longer here with 7,0 hours, which is of course better. With a lower battery life of up to 6,0 hours, the LG TONE Free HBS-FN6 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. Here the Soundcore Liberty Air 2* offers more power overall. With Case, the headphones have a battery life of up to 28,0 hours. With the LG TONE Free HBS-FN6, the battery life is up to 18,0 hours.

Wie werden die Kopfhörer geladen?

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

Ein höhrer Standard ist hier immer besser. Die Ladedauer wird verkürzt und du kannst, wenn alle Geräte aktuell sind, die gleichen Kabel nutzen.

Die Ladedauer der Geräte:

Unlike the Soundcore Liberty Air 2, the case from the LG TONE Free HBS-FN6 can also be charged wirelessly. This is called Qi charging.

Noise Cancelling: ANC

Practical, but not always available: Atkive Noise Cancelling. Both headphones come without Active Noise Cancelling (short: ANC). Thus, you have to do without active noise cancellation with the LG TONE Free HBS-FN6 and the Soundcore Liberty Air 2.

How many microphones are there?

Let's move on to the topic of microphones, which also have an impact on voice quality and noise cancellation. Most headphones no longer relied on just one microphone, but several. Unlike the LG TONE Free HBS-FN6, the Soundcore Liberty Air 2* with 4 pieces per side offers more. The LG TONE Free HBS-FN6 has 2 microphones built in per earbud.

Welche Bluetooth Version ist verbaut?

On the subject of Bluetooth, we don't have any differences between the LG TONE Free HBS-FN6 and Soundcore Liberty Air 2. Both TWS headphones run via Bluetoot 5.0. In general, a newer version is always better. Here, the Bluetooth affects the quality of the transmission and the energy consumption.

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 LG TONE Free HBS-FN6 is certified with IPX4. With the Soundcore Liberty Air 2, you get IPX5 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.

antibacterial

A rare feature is antibacterial headphones. If the headphones are placed in the case, they are cleaned. Anyone who has taken a closer look at in-ear headphones knows that they don't always seem and are sanitary after wearing. If you want this special feature, you have to reach for the LG TONE Free HBS-FN6*.

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