Elite 85h

"The bass on the Jabra’s are weak and the equalizer doesn’t improve its faults."

Sound quality is a mixed bag, with some finding it clear and detailed, while others criticize weak bass, muddied audio at high volumes, and a lack of punch compared to competitors.

"Very comfortable but perhaps a bit small on larger heads."

Users generally find the headphones comfortable for extended wear, even with glasses, though some mention they might be a bit small for larger heads.

"The claims do hover below 36 hours and the fast charging is bananas."

The battery life is consistently praised as excellent, meeting or exceeding advertised claims and considered among the best in the category.

"But my first pair started to have issues with not charging after 4 months."

Despite initial impressions of solid build, numerous users report significant issues with charging ports failing, static noises, and overall reliability, leading to multiple replacements.

"The Jabra’s were very well rated in that regard; the Sony’s not so much."

Call quality is generally considered good and a strong point for the headphones, especially for work-related calls, though some note it can be slightly fainter than direct speaking.

"PC Connectivity: Turns out that it wasn't quite as rock-steady as I originally thought."

Multipoint connectivity is a major plus, but users report occasional Bluetooth issues with Windows PCs, and the 'SmartSound' AI feature is often found to be more intrusive than useful.

"While coming across smooth, the sound almost borderlines on flat. It lacks just a bit of the middle detail and punch we were looking for that we find in slightly higher-end headphones."

The sound is generally described as smooth, balanced, and pleasant, with good bass, but it's noted to lack some of the finer mid-range detail and punch found in higher-end competitors.

"They are quite big and with my head they look even bigger but to honest they don't feel heavy or large when I wear them."

Users generally find the headphones comfortable for extended wear due to plush padding, though some mention they can be a bit heavy or bulky.

"At up to 36 hours of usage with ANC enabled, this is the best we've used in a pair of over-ear headphones."

The battery life is consistently praised as exceptional, with users reporting it easily lasts through long listening sessions and travels.

"The headphones are clearly strong and well-built. The ear cups are a little bulky, but not overly so — and it’s not hard to get used to the look of them."

The build quality is described as sturdy and well-built, with premium materials like fabric and memory foam, and includes water and dust resistance.

"Jabra, of course, made a name for itself as a headset company and makes plenty of business-class headsets (and plenty that are designed for the workplace). And you'll be hard-pressed to find a better noise-canceling headphone for making calls."

Call quality is a standout feature, with reviewers consistently praising the clarity and effectiveness of the microphones, even in noisy environments.

"It connects to our iPhone over Bluetooth 5 fast, and a friendly-sounding assistant in the headphones lets you know if they were connected or disconnected as well as other information."

The headphones offer numerous smart features like auto-pause and voice assistant access, and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity is generally stable, though some minor Bluetooth hiccups were reported.

"My conclusion: Jabra just doesn't pay Youtubers 🤣"

The sound quality is described as natural and flat, but often requires significant EQ adjustments, particularly bass boost, to be considered excellent by users, with some finding it superior to Bose and Sony after tweaking.

"Definitely not big head approved. I bought these and wore them every day for 2-6hrs each day just to give them a fair chance."

Comfort is a highly divisive point, with some users finding them very comfortable and better than Bose, while others report significant issues with fit, pressure on temples, and ear fatigue, especially those with larger heads.

"these headphones are amazing i use them all the time and i never have those issues"

Battery life is consistently praised and is not a point of contention among reviewers, with one user mentioning they use them all the time without issues.

"We are so glad that you enjoy the build quality, battery life and features offered of the Jabra Elite 85h!"

The build quality is generally well-regarded, with users expressing satisfaction and appreciation for it, even being mentioned in positive feedback to Jabra.

"The Jabras are going for about 200€ while the Sony and Bose are both over 350€, so I'm definitely going with the Jabras."

Call quality is frequently highlighted as a major strength, with users explicitly stating it's superior to competitors and excellent for work-related calls.

"If you don't need top notch noise cancelation, have quite big ears and need to use it for work, it's a pretty good pair of headphones."

The ability to connect to two devices simultaneously is a significant advantage for work use, and firmware updates have improved features like volume and AAC support, though some minor connectivity issues were noted.