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November 2020
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The editors liked
Small compact design
Excellent listening experience
Solid active noise cancelling
Wireless & USB-C charging
Magnetic charging case
Good battery life
5.5 hours of ANC use between charges
Well done app with ability to customize listening/user experie
Tremendous sound quality for the size
Very effective ANC in most situations
Compact case with wireless charging & USB-C
Jabra's MySound personalized EQ feature is useful
Extremely comfortable fit
Powerful audio performance with boosted bass and sculpted highs
Top-notch noise cancellation
Adjustable EQ and on-ear controls
Water-resistant design
Adjustable noise cancelling and HearThru
Bluetooth 5.0
USB-C
Wireless
And fast charging
Bluetooth multipoint
IPX4 water-resistance
Useful mobile app
Ergonomic ear tips
Great battery life
Excellent sound
Sound and controls are configurable using the Sound+ app
Eleven different levels of noise control
Open design said to reduce ear fatigue
Case can be charged wirelessly
Bold
Dynamic sound
Strong active noise cancellation
Deluxe design
Lots of personalization features via companion app
Robust spec sheet
USBC
IPX4 waterresistance
Good noise cancellation
Excellent on-earbud controls
Comfortable
Airy fit
Excellent sound quality
Simple
Large buttons for control
Advanced smartphone application
HearThrough mode for safety
Six mics for good quality calling
Wireless charging case
Powerful ANC
Custom sound options
Overall size keeps things comfy
Wireless charging
The editors didn't like
Only IPX4 rated
Still uses hero/sidekick engineering
Expensive
Larger than the Elite 75t
Mono mode still limited to right earbud
Diminished water resistance over Elite 75t
Battery life is just OK
Default sound signature isn't for those seeking accuracy
Cost
SBC/AAC only
No aptX
Connection issues possible
The ANC is good
But there are better options for those who need total silence
The new design isn't quite as good for me as their predecessor (which are still available)
Some bugs in the system
Battery life could be better
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
Only the right earbud can be used individually
Overall sound quality is just okay
Annoying popping sounds
More tech means larger earbuds
Summary
With the Elite 85t
Jabra finally has a flagship-quality set of true wireless earbuds with effective ANC. The sound quality is good
Published: 2020-12-07, Author: Stephen , review by: techguide.com.au
Comfortable fit, Big bold sound, Solid bass, Decent noise cancellation
Battery life could be better, Could have been cheaper
The Jabra Elite 85t earphones offer impressive audio quality and respectable noise cancellation while being backed by a handy companion app so you can have even more control of the sound and keep an eye on the battery.Related PostsApple reveals the top so...
The Jabra 85t packs excellent sound, superb active noise-canceling, and high customization into a compact package. These aren't the perfect buds for everyone, but they're still a fantastic option for many people.Price When Reviewed229.99Best Prices TodayR...
Published: 2021-04-27, Author: M , review by: geekzone.co.nz
Abstract: Jabra is a well-known brand in the business world, thanks to its speakerphones and video conferencing devices and systems. The brand also designs and manufactures headsets and headphones for the consumer market and I look at their latest release, the Jabr...
Published: 2020-12-28, Author: What , review by: whathifi.com
Smooth, mature sound, Compact and comfortable, Good battery life,
Lack dynamic and rhythmic expression, ANC can affect sound quality, Bettered by rivals,
In isolation, the Jabra Elite 85t fall into the ‘good not great' category. They have many strengths and a couple of fairly significant weaknesses. A bigger problem, though, is the quality and the sheer number of rivals - similar money buys you decent alte...
Long battery life, Wireless charging, Clear microphone
Poor noise seal limits ANC, Loose fit, Unreliable hear-through mode
The Jabra Elite 85t earbuds are a frustrating mis-step from a company that doesn't usually make them. Yes, on paper these have had a spec boost and added ANC, but none of that counts for much when the physical design lets the audio quality down so badly.M...
Published: 2020-12-11, Author: Chris , review by: pocket-lint.com
Great active noise-cancellation (ANC),Comfortable fit,Solid sound quality,Wireless charging
Bulkier than predecessors,Only IPX4 waterproofing
From a strong foundation, the Jabra Elite 85t make meaningful changes to evolve into a leading set of true wireless headphones. From the exterior, these 'buds don't have the most expensive-looking design and aren't the most eye-catching - but when it come...
Better-sounding options available, ANC not as thorough as rivals, Reduced IP rating,
Tonally they're neutral, and performance is fairly well balanced, clear and detailed. Listening to Elbow's Weather To Fly, the treble notes that open the track are rendered bright enough to be distinct and have some sparkle to their description.Travel dow...
Published: 2020-12-01, Author: Samuel , review by: theguardian.com
great sound, good noise cancelling, multiconnection, good controls, comfortable fit, great case, long battery, no stalks
only right earbud can be used on its own, no aptX, not repairable, batteries not replaceable, expensive
The Jabra Elite 85t are some of the best true wireless earbuds you can buy.They combine great sound, good noise cancelling, long battery life and a comfortable fit with an excellent, pocketable case and the ability to connect to two devices at the same ti...
