Jbl Wave Buds Vs. Jabra Elite Active 75T Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Jabra Elite Active 75t IP57

JBL Wave Buds IP54

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

Scoring IP54, the JBL Wave Buds's rating for solids indicates 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 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 Wave Buds, Jabra Elite Active 75t have a rating of IP57 meaning that they both have the same rating against dust and that of liquids is that, JBL Wave Buds has a lower liquid rating than Jabra Elite Active 75t

Weight

Jabra Elite Active 75t 10.1g

JBL Wave Buds 9g

JBL Wave Buds have a weight of 9g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to transport.

The Jabra Elite Active 75t, at 10.1g are heavier than the JBL Wave Buds by of 1.1g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, JBL Wave Buds are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds .

Jabra Elite Active 75t also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the 2 earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds are resistant to sweat

Jabra Elite Active 75t's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

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

The Jabra Elite Active 75t also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

ANC uses more advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.

JBL Wave Buds have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise.

The Jabra Elite Active 75t too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. The JBL Wave Buds and Jabra Elite Active 75t work with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that suites your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

The JBL Wave Buds stay tightly in place, creating a sound seal that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out .

Both Jabra Elite Active 75t, and JBL Wave Buds have passive noise reduction which implies that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Jabra Elite Active 75t 6mm

JBL Wave Buds 8mm

JBL Wave Buds have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size corellates with the sound produced by the earbuds.

Jabra Elite Active 75t driver unit is 6mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Wave Buds by 2mm , many people have a misconception 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Jabra Elite Active 75t 20Hz

JBL Wave Buds 20Hz

The JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Jabra Elite Active 75t's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Jabra Elite Active 75t 20,000Hz

JBL Wave Buds 20,000Hz

JBL Wave Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.

Jabra Elite Active 75t's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✗

JBL Wave Buds 100dB/mW

The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL Wave Buds's measurement is 100dB/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 Active 75t 7.5hours

JBL Wave Buds 8hours

JBL Wave Buds's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. 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 Active 75t's battery life is less than that of JBL Wave Buds by 0.5 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not 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 Active 75t 28hours

JBL Wave Buds 24hours

This is given by the vendor, and JBL Wave Buds's case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.

Jabra Elite Active 75t's charging case has a battery life of 28 hours, more than that of JBL Wave Buds by 4 hours

Charge Time

Jabra Elite Active 75t 2.3hours

JBL Wave Buds 2hours

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

Jabra Elite Active 75t takes 2.3 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of JBL Wave Buds by 0.3 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✗

Jabra Elite Active 75t, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

The JBL Wave Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case.

Jabra Elite Active 75t too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Jabra Elite Active 75t too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Jabra Elite Active 75t v5

JBL Wave Buds v5.2

JBL Wave Buds have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Jabra Elite Active 75t has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of JBL Wave Buds . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Jabra Elite Active 75t 10meters

JBL Wave Buds 10meters

JBL Wave Buds have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Jabra Elite Active 75t have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds

Has Aac

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

JBL Wave Buds support AAC, a codec that is 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.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL Wave Buds will work well with your MacBook. 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 Active 75t 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✗

JBL Wave Buds ✓

The JBL Wave Buds support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

Jabra Elite Active 75t 4only

JBL Wave Buds 2only

JBL Wave Buds have 2 microphones.

While the Jabra Elite Active 75t microphones are 4, more than that of JBL Wave Buds 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 Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

The JBL Wave Buds use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Jabra Elite Active 75t too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

Mic Sensitivity

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✗

JBL Wave Buds -38dBV/Pa

JBL Wave Buds microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The extent 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 microphone can pick up.

Highest Mic Frequency

Jabra Elite Active 75t 10,000Hz

JBL Wave Buds ✗

The Jabra Elite Active 75t's highest mic frequency is 10,000Hz, high frequencies are better for recording treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency.

Lowest Mic Frequency

Jabra Elite Active 75t 100Hz

JBL Wave Buds ✗

The Jabra Elite Active 75t's lowest mic frequency is 100Hz, low frequencies are best for picking up bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

The JBL Wave Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them

The Jabra Elite Active 75t support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

The JBL Wave Buds support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Jabra Elite Active 75t too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the JBL Wave Buds have a find earbuds feature.

Jabra Elite Active 75t also have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to help you locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

The JBL Wave Buds support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Jabra Elite Active 75t support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Jabra Elite Active 75t 2only

JBL Wave Buds 2only

The JBL Wave Buds have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Jabra Elite Active 75t support multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another device.

Has A Mute Function

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

The JBL Wave Buds have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Jabra Elite Active 75t too have the mute function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

The JBL Wave Buds, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

Jabra Elite Active 75t also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Jabra Elite Active 75t 2Years

JBL Wave Buds ✗

The Jabra Elite Active 75t 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.

Has Voice Prompts

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

The JBL Wave Buds have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

Jabra Elite Active 75t also support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

JBL Wave Buds ✓

The JBL Wave Buds come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Jabra Elite Active 75t too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Jabra Elite Active 75t	JBL Wave Buds
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP57	IP54
	weight	10.1g	9g
	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	6mm	8mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	✗	100dB/mW
POWER	battery life	7.5hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	28hours	24hours
	charge time	2.3hours	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	✓	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✗	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	4only	2only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	✗	-38dBV/Pa
	highest mic frequency	10,000Hz	✗
	lowest mic frequency	100Hz	✗
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 Wave Buds Vs. Jabra Elite Active 75T 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

Has Aptx Adaptive

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

Highest Mic Frequency

Lowest Mic Frequency

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