Detailed comparison and review of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II and Jabra Elite 8 Active. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Product Type | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Dimensions & Weight Details | Earbud: 1.73 cm x 2.24 cm x 3.05 cm / 6.24 g Charging case: 5.94 cm x 2.67 cm x 6.63 cm / 59.8 g |
Earbud: 1.97 cm x 2.9 cm x 1.97 cm / 5 g Charging case: 2.44 cm x 6.54 cm x 4.69 cm / 46.4 g |
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Colour | Triple black | Black | Caramel | Dark grey | Navy | |
Body Material | Plastic | - | |
Earpad Material | - | Silicone | |
Protection | Sweat-resistant, IPX4, water-resistant | IP54, IP68, water-resistant, dust-proof | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 9.14 m | 10 m | Jabra Elite 8 Active have a greater operating distance than Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II. |
SOUND QUALITY | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear | |
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Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 | Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version. |
Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Telephony and Media Audio Profile (TMAP), Public Broadcast Profile (PBP) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Adaptive Hybrid ANC | |
Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Jabra Elite 8 Active are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | - | 20 - 20000 Hz | |
Audio Output Details | - | Multimedia - 20 - 20000 Communication - 100 - 8000 |
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Diaphragm | - | 6 mm | |
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | - | 2 | Jabra Elite 8 Active have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
Features | ActiveSense technology, Aware Mode, Quiet Mode | Voice guidance, MultiPoint Technology, Google Fast Pair, Auto Pause, Microsoft Swift Pair, HearThrough, Personalised Sound technology, Apple MFI, Jabra MyControls, Spotify Tap |
MICROPHONE | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Operation Mode | - | MEMS-directional | |
Frequency Response | - | 100 - 8000 Hz | |
Microphones Included | 4 | 6 | Jabra Elite 8 Active have a built-in microphone. |
REMOTE CONTROL | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Controls | Volume | Mute, volume, power on/off, call, sidetone |
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CABLE | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Cable Type | USB-C charge cable - detachable - 30.5 cm | USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 20 cm |
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FEATURES | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Features | Touch control | Wireless auto pairing, fast charge, stereo/mono mode, battery status indication, over the air updates, Rapid Charge Technology, sleep mode, in-ear pressure relief | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri, Google Assistant | |
Sensors | - | In-ear detection sensor |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging | |
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Battery Life | 6 hours | 14 hours | Jabra Elite 8 Active lasts longer on a single charge than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II. |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback: up to 6 hours Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours |
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (with included charging case): up to 56 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (with included charging case): up to 32 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 14 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 8 hours |
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Standby Time | - | 315 days | |
Wireless Charging Standards | - | Qi | |
Charging Time | 1 hour | 3 hour(s) | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II recharge faster than Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II. |
Auto On/Off | - | Yes |
OTHERS | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Included Accessories | Charging case, 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (small, medium, large), 3 pairs of stability bands (1, 2, 3), USB-C to USB-A cable (30.5 cm) | Charging case, 3 pairs of EarGels, USB-C to USB-A charging cable | |
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Software Included | - | Jabra Sound+ | |
Compatibility | - | iPhone, Android phone | |
Compliant Standards | IPX4 | FCC, RoHS, BQB, REACH, MIL-STD-810, MFI, Qi, ISED | |
Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 2 years |