Jabra Elite 85t

40 reviews

Jan, 2025

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sound (15)
noise isolation (8)
design (7)
comfort (6)
price (5)

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size (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 40 reviews of Jabra Elite 85t. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the design and portability. The price and noise isolation are also mentioned favorably, but many are critical about the size.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Jabra Elite 85t is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Simon Cohen (digitaltrends.com)

Jabra Elite 85t review: The best AirPods Pro alternative

If you have $230 to spend on true wireless earbuds and want an alternative to Apple's AirPods Pro, look no further than Jabra's stylish Elite 85t with ANC.

Very comfortable ; Excellent sound quality ; Excellent noise cancellation ; Customizable controls ; Excellent call quality ; Wireless charging

Average battery life ; No aptX or LDAC

Nov, 2020

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Expert review by : Tim Gideon (pcmag.com)

Jabra Elite 85t Review

Powerful audio performance with boosted bass and sculpted highs ; Top-notch noise cancellation ; Adjustable EQ and on-ear controls ; Water-resistant design

Expensive ; Default sound signature isn't for those seeking accuracy

The true wireless Jabra Elite 85t earphones deliver top-shelf noise cancellation and excellent audio performance, both of which you can tune to your taste.

Nov, 2020

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Expert review by : Chris Welch (theverge.com)

Jabra Elite 85t review: noise cancellation isn’t the only big change

Jabra's top-of-the-line earbuds have noise cancellation and a new, more comfortable design.

Good noise cancellation ; Excellent on-earbud controls ; Comfortable, airy fit ; Bluetooth multipoint

Less bass than Elite 75t ; IPX4 water / sweat resistance is a downgrade ; Only the right earbud can be used independently ; New eartips aren't quite as snug

Jabra’s new Elite 85t true wireless earbuds have powerful active noise cancellation and a new semi-open design for much better comfort with no ear pressure. But they have slightly less bass and downgraded water resistance compared to the Elite 75t.

Nov, 2020

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Expert review by : Dagobiet Morales Alfaro (rtings.com)

Jabra Elite 85t Truly Wireless Review

The Jabra Elite 85t Truly Wireless are semi-open headphones with a comfortable, stable in-ear fit. Their default sound profile is slightly bass-heavy, with a tou...

ANC can cut down ambient chatter. Graphic EQ and presets. Very consistent audio delivery. Stable fit. Well-built, portable design.

Okay microphone recording quality. Terrible passive soundstage. ANC struggles to block out bass-range noise. No stability fins. 6.5-hour continuous battery life.

The Jabra Elite 85t are good for neutral sound. They have a slightly bass-heavy sound profile that delivers a touch of extra thump and warmth. However, their treble range is veiled, so vocals and lead instruments lack detail. Luckily, you can customize...

Sep, 2021

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Expert review by : Scott Schaen (geekspin.co)

Jabra Elite 85t review: Wireless earbuds with powerful noise cancelation

After reviewing (and LOVING) Jabra's Elite 75t true wireless headphones we were really excited to see how much better the newer and more expensive Jabra Elite 85t headphones could be. Notably, the Jabra Elite 85t Jabra Elite 85t review: One of our top...

These wireless earbuds are a triple threat! They’re incredible for making calls, listening to music and drowning out noise ?

Dec, 2020

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Expert review by : Matthew Miller Matthew Miller (zdnet.com)

Jabra Elite 85t review: Powerful ANC in an earbuds form factor, six mics for calls Review | ZDNet

The Jabra Elite 85t earbuds are the next evolution in Jabra's earbud lineup with powerful active noise-cancellation capability with a focus on high-quality calling. They aren't optimized for workouts and are best for commuters, travelers, and remote...

Excellent sound quality ; Simple, large buttons for control ; Advanced smartphone application ; HearThrough mode for safety ; Six mics for good quality calling ; Wireless charging case

Only the right earbud can be used individually ; Too large for secure workout use

Nov, 2020

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Expert review by : Alex Bracetti (tomsguide.com)

Jabra Elite 85t review

Equipped with powerful specs and impressive ANC, the Jabra Elite 85t is a stellar-sounding sequel in Jabra's critically beloved series.

Does the Elite 85t beat the AirPods Pro or the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds? Honestly there's no clear winner: the QuietComfort Earbuds delivers the best battery life and ANC, while the AirPods Pro are great all round. But if you want wireless earbuds...

Jul, 2022

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Expert review by : John Hvidlykke (lbtechreviews.com)

Advent Calendar 2021 Jabra Elite 85t

Jabra's largest earplug model Jabra Elite 85t does not take up much space. But it is full of good solutions.

Excellent and variable noise reduction. The case can be charged wirelessly.

Not aptX support. The noise reduction detracts from the sound quality.

Jabra Elite 85t are really successful completely wireless ANC earbuds at a really reasonable price. This year I have tested several true wireless headphones at similar prices – but without ANC. The fact that Jabra has succeeded in including the noise...

Nov, 2021

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Expert review by : Abhishek Malhotra (themobileindian.com)

Jabra Elite 85t Review: Leveling up TWS audio for Android

Here's the review for the Jabra Elite 85t TWS earbuds that have been placed in the premium segment. They compete with the Apple AirPods.

Call Quality, Design, Battery Life, ANC, Audio Quality

Case Material, Lose cover of the case

The Jabra Elite 85t are worth their price and if you are looking for TWS earbuds in the premium segment for your Android device. The Jabra Elite 85t is amongst the best options you can get in the market right now.

Aug, 2021

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Expert review by : Chester Tan (musicphotolife.com)

Jabra Elite 85t Review: Full ANC

The Jabra Elite 85t is the most compact true wireless earbuds with ANC, comes with loads of customisable features for music and calls.

Should you buy the new Jabra Elite 85t or the last-gen Elite 75t series? It depends on whether you need a more powerful ANC which the 85t series deliver. I find that the Elite 75t with updated ANC delivers sufficiently good ANC, so the 75t series still...

Feb, 2021

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