Jabra Evolve2 85
Jabra
65 Overall Score
vs
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Bose
87 Overall Score
Scores
Work
Budget
Gaming
Commute
Calls
Music
Studio
Specifications
| Jabra Evolve2 85 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg | 0.23 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | plush cushions |
| Headband | Ergonomic Cushioned Headband | metal |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | Dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | BREAKTHROUGH SPATIALIZED AUDIO: Super immersive sound spatializes everything, taking the music out of your head and placing it in front of you to push the boundaries of listening. |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.190000057220459 m | 0.5099999904632568 m |
| Range | 30 m★ | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 37 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 min for 2.5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 10★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Android & iOS | Bose app |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | Waterproof |
Pros & Cons
Jabra Evolve2 85
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (79th percentile)
- Strong build (77th percentile)
- Strong anc (71th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average social proof (18th percentile)18th %ile
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (92th percentile)92th %ile
- Strong social proof (83th percentile)83th %ile
Pricing
Jabra Evolve2 850.129score per dollar
vs
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen0.160score per dollar
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Scores 87 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 39 specs.
