Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Jabra Elite 85T Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Jabra Elite 85t IPX4

JBL Tune Flex IPX4

Ingress protection ratings is the rating of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Scoring IPX4, the JBL Tune Flex's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the JBL Tune Flex, Jabra Elite 85t have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

Jabra Elite 85t 14g

JBL Tune Flex 9.6g

The JBL Tune Flex have a weight of 9.6g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.

The Jabra Elite 85t, at 14g weigh more than the JBL Tune Flex with a difference of 4.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JBL Tune Flex are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds together.

Jabra Elite 85t also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the pair of earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex have sweat resistance

Jabra Elite 85t's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Tune Flex's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Jabra Elite 85t and JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Active noise cancellation uses more advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.

The JBL Tune Flex have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise.

The Jabra Elite 85t too have ANC which makes either of the devices ideal for flights and morning commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex sit tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same.

Both Jabra Elite 85t, and JBL Tune Flex have passive noise reduction this means that they tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Jabra Elite 85t 12mm

JBL Tune Flex 12mm

JBL Tune Flex driver unit is 12mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size corellates with the loudness of the device.

Jabra Elite 85t driver unit is 12mm in diameter, making both Jabra Elite 85t, and JBL Tune Flex similar in how loud their sound can get , as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Jabra Elite 85t 20Hz

JBL Tune Flex 20Hz

The JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Jabra Elite 85t's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Jabra Elite 85t 20,000Hz

JBL Tune Flex 20,000Hz

JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Jabra Elite 85t's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Jabra Elite 85t ✗

JBL Tune Flex 108dB/mW

The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Tune Flex's measurement is 108dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

Jabra Elite 85t 5.5hours

JBL Tune Flex 8hours

JBL Tune Flex's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Jabra Elite 85t's battery life is less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2.5 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Jabra Elite 85t 20hours

JBL Tune Flex 24hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and the JBL Tune Flex's case is said to have a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.

Jabra Elite 85t's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 4 hours

Charge Time

Jabra Elite 85t 1hours

JBL Tune Flex 2hours

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Tune Flex's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Jabra Elite 85t takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✗

Jabra Elite 85t, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

The JBL Tune Flex have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case.

Jabra Elite 85t too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

The JBL Tune Flex use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Jabra Elite 85t too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Jabra Elite 85t v5

JBL Tune Flex v5.2

The JBL Tune Flex have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Jabra Elite 85t has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of JBL Tune Flex . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Jabra Elite 85t 10meters

JBL Tune Flex 10meters

The JBL Tune Flex have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Jabra Elite 85t have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex

Has Aac

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL Tune Flex will work fine with your iPad. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Jabra Elite 85t 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.

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Number Of Microphones

Jabra Elite 85t 6only

JBL Tune Flex 4only

JBL Tune Flex have 4 microphones.

The Jabra Elite 85t microphones are 6, more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

The JBL Tune Flex have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Jabra Elite 85t too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

Mic Sensitivity

Jabra Elite 85t ✗

JBL Tune Flex -38dBV/Pa

JBL Tune Flex microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The magnitude of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the earbud microphone can recognize.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

The JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing them

The Jabra Elite 85t support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✗

The Jabra Elite 85t support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the JBL Tune Flex have a find earbuds feature.

Jabra Elite 85t also have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your earbuds to find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

The JBL Tune Flex support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device.

Also the Jabra Elite 85t 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 is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Jabra Elite 85t 2only

JBL Tune Flex 2only

JBL Tune Flex support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Jabra Elite 85t have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another device.

Has A Mute Function

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

The JBL Tune Flex have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Jabra Elite 85t also have this function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

With the JBL Tune Flex, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

Jabra Elite 85t also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Jabra Elite 85t 2Years

JBL Tune Flex ✗

Jabra Elite 85t 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 that has followed instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

The Jabra Elite 85t also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex come with their own special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing can easily damage them.

Jabra Elite 85t also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Jabra Elite 85t	JBL Tune Flex
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX4
	weight	14g	9.6g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	12mm	12mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	✗	108dB/mW
POWER	battery life	5.5hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	24hours
	charge time	1hours	2hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	4only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	✗	-38dBV/Pa
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✗
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2Years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Jabra Elite 85T Review In Summary

Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Jabra Elite 85T Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included