IP ratings is the rating of protection given by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IP66, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's rating is read as, the first value of 6 denotes that they are completely dust proof, and of liquids that they can withstand high pressure jet that's 12.5mm diameter, similar to fire hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 meters..
Compared to the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, Jabra Elite 85t have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Jabra Elite 85t has a lower liquid rating than JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a weight of 20g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to move with. The Jabra Elite 85t, at 14g
weigh less than the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC with a difference -6g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires.
This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together. Jabra Elite 85t also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the pair of earbuds .
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have sweat resistance
Jabra Elite 85t's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Jabra Elite 85t and JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise. Jabra Elite 85t too have ANC making both earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC stay tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down background sounds while preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out .
Both Jabra Elite 85t, and JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC driver unit is 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound produced by the device.
Jabra Elite 85t driver unit is 12mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 4mm
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC'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 while at it.
Jabra Elite 85t's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. Jabra Elite 85t's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's measurement is 110dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery life is 15 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Jabra Elite 85t's battery life is
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 9.5 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time.
The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the manufacturer, and JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's case is said to have a full charge of 55 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.
Jabra Elite 85t's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours,
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 35 hours
It requires 3 hours to fully charge the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC'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 JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 2 hours
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a compatible charging pad. Jabra Elite 85t also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your device and charging case. Jabra Elite 85t too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Jabra Elite 85t too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Jabra Elite 85t has a Bluetooth version of 5,
equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Jabra Elite 85t have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since 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 JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC will work fine with your iPad.
If you are planning 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.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have 6 microphones. While the Jabra Elite 85t microphones are 6,
equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the desired sound.
The Jabra Elite 85t too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The Jabra Elite 85t support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
Jabra Elite 85t too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device.
Jabra Elite 85t support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Jabra Elite 85t also have a control panel on them. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 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.
When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Jabra Elite 85t have a warranty period of 2Years,
equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
The Jabra Elite 85t also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC come with a special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover can easily damage them.
Jabra Elite 85t also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
