Jabra Elite 5 Vs. Beats Fit Pro Review

IP ratings refer to the level of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IP55, the Jabra Elite 5's rating is read as, the first value of 5 denotes that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety, and of liquids that they can withstand medium pressure jet that's 6.3mm diameter, similar to garden hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 metres. Compared to the Jabra Elite 5, Beats Fit Pro have a rating of IPX4 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, Beats Fit Pro has a lower liquid rating than Jabra Elite 5 Jabra Elite 5 have a weight of 10g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

Beats Fit Pro, at 11.2g weigh more than the Jabra Elite 5 by of 1.2g True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Jabra Elite 5 are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds together. Beats Fit Pro also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds . Jabra Elite 5 have sweat resistance Beats Fit Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc Jabra Elite 5 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Jabra Elite 5's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Beats Fit Pro also have stereo speakers ANC utilises more advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Jabra Elite 5 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. Beats Fit Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that suits your commute or that enhances your relaxation time.

Jabra Elite 5 stay well in place, creating a sound seal that tones down background noise well as preventing the device music from leaking out . Both Beats Fit Pro, and Jabra Elite 5 have passive noise reduction this implies that both reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. Jabra Elite 5 driver unit is 6mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size determines the loudness of the earbuds.

Beats Fit Pro driver unit is 9.5mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Jabra Elite 5 by 3.5mm , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound. Jabra Elite 5's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Beats Fit Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can make sound with equal bass The Jabra Elite 5's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through. Beats Fit Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal treble The Jabra Elite 5's battery life is 9 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Beats Fit Pro's battery life is less than that of Jabra Elite 5 by 2 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the Jabra Elite 5's case is said to have a full charge of 27 hours.

A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself. Beats Fit Pro's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours, less than that of Jabra Elite 5 by 6 hours It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Jabra Elite 5's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Beats Fit Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Jabra Elite 5 by 1 hours Jabra Elite 5, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a supported charging pad. Jabra Elite 5 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery.

Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case. Beats Fit Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. Jabra Elite 5 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Beats Fit Pro too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets. The Jabra Elite 5 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Beats Fit Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of Jabra Elite 5 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Jabra Elite 5 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Beats Fit Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 5 Jabra Elite 5 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio.

It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Jabra Elite 5 will work well with your iPhone.

If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Beats Fit Pro support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

The Jabra Elite 5 have 6 microphones. While the Beats Fit Pro microphones are 6, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 5 . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds. Jabra Elite 5 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them The Beats Fit Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but still want to be able to hear traffic.

The Jabra Elite 5 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device. Also the Beats Fit Pro too support fast charging.

It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes. Jabra Elite 5 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Beats Fit Pro too have the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. With the Jabra Elite 5, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

The Beats Fit Pro also have a control panel on them. Jabra Elite 5 have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals. If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction.

Beats Fit Pro have a warranty period of 1Years, less than that of Jabra Elite 5 by 1 Years . The Jabra Elite 5 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Beats Fit Pro also have voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device.

Jabra Elite 5 come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Beats Fit Pro too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.