Jabra Elite Sport vs. JBL Wave

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Jabra Elite Sport and JBL Wave. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Jabra Elite Sport vs. JBL Wave Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Jabra Elite Sport JBL Wave
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Dimensions & Weight Details Earphone: 3 cm x 2.7 cm x 2.25 cm / 6.5 g
Charging case: 7.2 cm x 5.1 cm x 2.65 cm / 67 g
Earbud: 8.8 g
Charging case: 39.5 g
Colour Grey | Black | Grey, lime green White
Body Material Silicone rubber -
Protection Waterproof, IP67 Dust-resistant, IP54, water-resistant
Design Sports -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Jabra Elite Sport JBL Wave
Headphones Form Factor In-ear Ear-bud
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2 JBL Wave have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Jabra Elite Sport.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Phonebook Access Profile (PBAP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Noise Isolating Yes - Jabra Elite Sport are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Deep Bass
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 8 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB 100 dB Jabra Elite Sport have higher sensitivity than JBL Wave.
Impedance 16 Ohm 16 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 95 dB
Diaphragm 6.8 mm 8 mm JBL Wave have a thicker diaphragm than Jabra Elite Sport.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) 8 - Jabra Elite Sport have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
MICROPHONE Jabra Elite Sport JBL Wave
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Noise Cancelling Yes - Jabra Elite Sport microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Audio Input Details - 100 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -38 dBV/Pascal
Microphones Included 4 -
REMOTE CONTROL Jabra Elite Sport JBL Wave
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call, HearThrough, pair mode, voice assistant, training assistant -
CABLE Jabra Elite Sport JBL Wave
Cable Type Micro-USB 3.0 cable - detachable USB-C charge cable
FEATURES Jabra Elite Sport JBL Wave
Sensors Heart rate, VO2 max, 3-axis accelerometer -
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, heart rate, steps taken, pace, cadence, repetitions, realtime audio coaching -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Jabra Elite Sport JBL Wave
Battery Type Rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 48 mAh
Battery Life 4.5 hour(s) 8 hours JBL Wave lasts longer on a single charge than the Jabra Elite Sport.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 32 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2 hour(s) 2 hours The charging of both headphones last the same time.
Included Qty - 2
WIRELESS LINK Jabra Elite Sport JBL Wave
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Jabra Elite Sport JBL Wave
Connector Type USB 2.0 (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) -
OTHERS Jabra Elite Sport JBL Wave
Included Accessories Charging case, 3 pairs of foam ear tips, 3 pairs of EarWings, 3 pairs of EarGels 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C charging cable, charging case (530 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, Android phone -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years -
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