Customer Ratings & Reviews

Based on the performance, features, and functionality of the Jabra Elite 8 Gen2 wireless headphones, these are my new standard that all other wireless headphones will be compared against.   In the box are the headphones, wireless charging case, 3 sizes of ear tips, and a USB-C to USB-C charging cable, with a 3.5mm aux crossover adaptor. While not required, you'll want to install the Jabra Sound+ app to maximize functionality and customization. To pair, push both earbuds for 3 seconds and select in your device's Bluetooth options. The headphones will connect to two devices, and uses Bluetooth 5.3 for stable connectivity. The earbuds will also connect to and stream from any Smartwatch that supports HFP, A2DP, or AVRCP Bluetooth profiles. One significant plus is that you can use the case for streaming when Bluetooth is unavailable or not preferred, assuming you have an 3.5mm port to plug into.  I've used this option with gym equipment, CD player, and a gaming desktop. I was impressed with the quality via case streaming, and found that these earbuds also do a great job with gaming sound.  After setup, the app is where you'll want to go to customize settings, set pass through levels, control Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), adjust the 5 channel EQ or use one of the 6 preset options, configure tap control functions, and access resources such as firmware, warranty, and product help pages. See photos for reference.  The first thing I noticed after unboxing was that the build felt both polished and durable.  The case has a single hinge that is approximately 50% the length of the case, allowing the lid to flip up and out of the way, but with enough friction to hold the lid open. The case has an LED indicator on it for pairing and charging visuals. The headphones themselves are small, and may take a bit to get used to if you have larger hands, the upside is that they magnetically lock into the case, so you don't risk dropping them or not getting them seated in the case to charge. I found that the sleek coating on the headphones make them a bit harder to grip getting out of the case, but the upside is that they fit snugly, securely, and comfortably into the ear. On the face of each earbud is a sensor for audio and call control. This is customizable, and is fairly standard with one, two, three tap as well as press and hold control options. The headphones offer all standard and expected functionality with call control, music control, ANC control, Spotify quick access, and voice assistant.  As for software, the ANC is fantastic in comparison to other wireless earbuds, I can tell a significant difference going from HearThrough to ANC, even with no music playing, due to the wide frequency band of noise cancellation. The spatial sound is outstanding, and includes Dolby Audio. The big difference here is that the sound feels like it's coming from external speakers, not in your ear, for an immersive and natural listening experience.  The music audio quality is second to none when it comes to earbuds, the bass feels rich and not over driven, and during gaming I can hear footsteps and nuances I don't even hear as clearly in some of my gaming headphones. The microphone technology is fantastic and picks up my voice without any distortion or ambient noise during calls, even outdoors in windy to crowded environments.  A few other points to note, the earbuds can be used individually or together, the case can be charged via the included USB cable or fast charged wirelessly, and the battery life is fantastic with multiple days of use in one charge. The ANC is great for blocking noise, especially doing outdoor chores such as mowing while still being able to quickly take calls without having to stop what I'm doing. Lastly the comfort is also stellar, I can wear these all day without having to reposition, they  stay in place during workouts as well as while walking or bike riding.  One other favorite feature is that they are easy to clean. I can take a wet cloth / cleaning wipe to them after workouts or using them outside during chores, dry them off, and put them in the case for next time, zero issues due to being waterproof.  After a week of use, these are by far my new favorites based on the sound quality, ease of use, great ANC, and the fact that they stay in place, no matter how much I move. 

My last gym headset broke, and I needed a replacement. While I wouldn't say I don't like in-ear earbuds because I fear falling, I am very impressed with the new Jabra Tough earbuds. After a few days of heavy use, these are high-end quality with handy features, such as waterproof (not just water resistance) and military-grade durability. The earbuds feel very rugged and, at the same time, are very comfortable to wear even for prolonged use. The material's design and quality help them resist crushed or mishandled drops. The sound quality delivered is excellent. It features a balanced sound profile and decent customizable equalization (EQ). I frequently customize the mids and boost treble/bass using the app. The earbuds do an excellent job of rendering quality sound across a broad music spectrum. The noise cancellation is incredible; to relax or have quiet time in my house, I use these earbuds and listen to relaxing soundscapes, such as waterfalls, ocean, or rain The smart charging case includes a USB-C charging cable with an AUX adapter to connect the earbuds to any aux connection device, such as a Walkman or cassette tape. This AUX-to-case connection allows music into the buds from gym equipment, airplane monitors, etc. The earbuds are comfortable, stay in the ear, and enable me to wear them for hours without discomfort. Overall, I am delighted with these earbuds.

Upgrading from previous generation Jabra, the upgrade in the case makes it worthy. I like how these fit my ears and stay in place comfortably for hours. Like other Jabra models, these have a very rich sound. Adjusting the sound profile via the app lets me find the right amount of bass and sound clarity. Being an ‘active’ model, these are waterproof and great at resisting dust. Jabra has been making headsets longer than anyone else and also one of the first earbuds. They've been refining this for many years and this model shows. Each earbud has several microphones and configurable side tone (almost of own voice heard back through the headphones), making it a more natural conversation, with adjustable wind noise control. ANC and sound awareness (HearThrouh) are configurable through the app and can be activated by pressing the left earbud. They can also be used in 'mono' mode by wearing either one while the other is on the case. The new feature on these ‘Gen 2’ models is the case: It’s very thin and can be charged wirelessly or via USB-C, and when connecting the USB-C cable to a computer or tablet, it works as an USB audio device (does not require Bluetooth), and not only that, the cable has a 3.5mm audio plug that can be used on a treadmill or airplane, which is why got these. When the case is connected this way, press the button on its side, it lights up white and then it works like wired headphones. Note that USB audio is only for audio output only (not microphone), and volume control works like wired headsets. Bluetooth connection is multipoint and remembers the last 10 connected devices. Multipoint allows connecting a laptop or watch and phone simultaneously for example. Fast/Switch pair supported on Android and Windows also. It supports SBC, AAC and LC3 codecs. The controls are very intuitive. It has physical buttons, with configurable actions for single, double of triple click on either earbud. Holding the buttons increases or decreases the volume. It can launch the phone’s voice assistant (Siri on iPhones) and can optionally launch Spotify with clicks. It also has ear detection so can pause music when taking one of the earbuds off. Battery is rated to last 8 hours with ANC and 14 without, before the earbuds need to be recharged. The case can charge the earbuds 4 times before it needs to be recharged. Overall these are excellent, and the addition of the 3.5mm/USB-C audio in the case makes them so more useful.

I pair this with downloaded songs on Tidal and the sound is great. I also found the sound to be great with downloads from Amazon Music Unlimited. I have used them to run, and the fit is snug and secure with no movement or adjustment required. When I press the action button on either bud it does not force it deeper into my ear. They have a high-quality feel to them thanks to the coating, I also accidently washed and dried a pair, and they still work!

Great earbuds, Fit well, easy to set up, sound amazing! Waterproof to boot and ability to connect them to inflight system or anywhere with a headphone jack. The cord conveniently has a headphone plug and a usb c both on it. Great design. We have 2 sets and love them.

These are phenomenal earbuds, but didn’t ultimately fit what I was looking for. Packed full of useful features for users of any type. The audio quality was excellent, fit was very comfortable for wireless earbuds. Pros: Waterproofed (note: I did not test these in a pool), active noise cancellation, hear-through capability to help you be aware of surroundings when needed, and a “pass through” mode to allow limited amount of outside sound through when you need it. The case can also be plugged in to other devices and used as a transmitter for the headphones for “older” devices with 3.5mm headphone jack. I ran into some issues with the app and activating some of the features, but that could be related to my device or something else. The app is very functional, well designed and guides you through setup and features/functions on the headset.

Im reviewing these earbuds as is. I didn't end up keeping them but I really wanted to. Everything about them is excellent. They look great and feel great. Very durable. The microwave was good. I just felt like another pair of earbuds that I kept actually sounded better. These sounds good! They aren't bad. If you aren't comparing to any other experience you'll definitely keep them and they probably sound better than most. Because sound was the main criteria for me. I opted for what I thought sounded best but these are built much better

Excellent and durable using them at the gym during workouts

I have no experience with ear buds except for the airpod pro 2nd generation, wanted a second set preferably waterproof for kayaking and hoped these would be equivalent or at least close, no dice Absolutely no comparison in the amount of settings and usability of the AirPods, immediately returned them :( Gave 2 stars only because I do like they go into your ears and they seem sturdy and very secure But sound wise and adjustability wise in settings it is like a yugo to a mercedes

I got these earbuds in black, and as my first pair of Jabra brand ear buds ever they’re pretty impressive. These earbuds are marketed as the world's toughest, which makes sense once you take them out of the packaging and actually handle them. They are noted to be waterproof, dustproof, and sweatproof. It’s nice to know that something like ear buds cant be damaged easily like some other brands do so you can literally just wear them and not care which is awesome. As far as the fit goes, a lot of other earbuds start to feel uncomfortable after about half an hour, but not these. They feel like they melt into the correct shape without that uncomfortable pressure. This is especially nice when I'm moving around, biking, or running. They stay put and don’t become a hassle. I even wore these swimming ( I didn’t go under the water but even to “risk” doing that is fun and people were asking what they were lol it was fun. So the Smart Case is actually pretty wild, it comes with a USB-C/3.5mm cable so you can connect to non-Bluetooth devices and actually stream that source to your ear buds which is the first time ive ever seen anything like this. It completely removes the need for bluetooth functionality or limitations in certain situations which I didn’t even know I cared about until I can hear audio through devices like an airplane entertainment with and adapter as if I’m using wires when I’m not its pretty sick. As for sound quality, it’s actually top notch as well. They’ve got Dolby Audio certifications, which really enhances the listening experience. There’s a transparency mode called Natural HearThrough, so you can stay aware of your surroundings without taking the earbuds out which is great when holding conversations. This is a big deal when you’re out doing stuff and cant be in your own world so to speak. The enhanced wind noise reduction is fantastic. If you’ve ever tried other noise-canceling earbuds, you know wind noise can be a huge problem. These do a great job of cutting through that noise so you can hear clearly even in windy conditions which is a pain point a lot of times in the past. Connecting these to my smartwatch is seamless, which is a big plus since it means I don't have to carry my phone around with me exactly how I want it to be. I can head out for a run and still have all my music and notifications without the extra bulk of carrying my phone WITHOUT being forced into some proprietary ear buds. Call quality is sharp and clear, they have six microphones that ensure my voice is heard even in noisy environments which I tested quite a lot including at that pool trip I made actually funnily talking to my wife on the phone while in the pool and she couldn’t even tell which tells me all I need to know. These earbuds are a fantastic choice for anyone looking for durability, great sound, and convenience. They really shine if you’re one that does a lot of tasks outdoors, working out, or are active pretty much anywhere as they are just solid as a tank but do everything you need from them.

I have had many sets of ear buds that claim to be very durable or rugged, but, most of the time, they aren't as durable as they claim. My favorite thing about these Jabra's is how well built they are. They seriously are built like a tank and withstand everything I have thrown at them. I have used them in the hot ands humid heat while doing yard work, while going on walks and even in the shower(may not be something recommended but I love my music in the shower and these performed perfectly while doing my thing). I am just super impressed with the durability of these bad boys. The fit inside my ear is comfortable and snug at the same time. I had no issues with my ears getting sore after hours of use nor did I have any issues with them becoming loose and falling out of my ears. This is truly the first pair of ear buds that stayed in place the way they do. They charge easily and quickly. The case is easy to plug in and get the power going to recharge the ear buds. It also has the ability to be plugged in via 3.5mm headphone jack and stream wirelessly to the earbuds. I like this option because I can use it with my laptop in the night hours without disturbing my neighbors but still getting great sound. The sound is pretty good overall. Calls are clear and I can hear everything without issue. The active noise cancelling is good and does what it is supposed to but it's not better or worse than many others I have compared it too. It excels with music. There isn't any genre that I have listened to that didn't come to life wit these ear buds. I have also used them with movies and games. They do perform well but leave a bit to be desired. I feel that it lacks the depth to really immerse someone in a movie or game. This is why I gave it four stars instead of five. They last a very long time. I have used them everyday since I have gotten them and still have plenty of battery life left. I enjoy the app for my Android phone. It was easy to find and install. I had it set up and paired with the ear buds in just a few minutes. I love all the different features and settings in the app. Overall, these earbuds are excellent and definitely a must have!