JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS vs. Jabra Elite 85t

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS and Jabra Elite 85t. 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

JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS vs. Jabra Elite 85t Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Jabra Elite 85t
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 2.31 cm
Width - 1.9 cm
Depth - 1.62 cm
Weight 14.6 g 7 g Jabra Elite 85t are lighter than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: Earphone: 1.9 cm x 1.62 cm x 2.31 cm / 7 g
Charging case: 4.11 cm x 6.48 cm x 2.85 cm / 45.1 g
Colour Black | Rose | Blue | White Copper black | Titanium black | Black | Grey | Gold beige
Body Material - Polycarbonate, silicone rubber, PC/ABS
Protection Sweat-resistant, water-resistant, IPX7 Wind protection, IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Jabra Elite 85t
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Advanced ANC
Noise Isolating - Yes Jabra Elite 85t are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Signature Sound HD Voice
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity 96 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure 94 dB -
Diaphragm 6.8 mm 12 mm Jabra Elite 85t have a thicker diaphragm than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Jabra Elite 85t have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Features TalkThru technology, Ambient Aware Voice guidance
MICROPHONE JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Jabra Elite 85t
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity -26 dBV/Pascal -
Microphones Included - 6
REMOTE CONTROL JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Jabra Elite 85t
Controls Voice assistant Volume, answer/end, HearThrough
CABLE JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Jabra Elite 85t
Cable Type - USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 30 cm
FEATURES JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Jabra Elite 85t
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes Yes
Communications Technology - Bluetooth Low Energy (LE)
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa Siri, Google Assistant
Additional Functions - DSP
BATTERY AND CHARGING JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Jabra Elite 85t
Battery Type 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging Rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity 50 mAh -
Battery Life 7 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 21 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 25 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (using earbuds): up to 5.5 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (with included charging case): up to 19.5 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 31 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (using earbuds): up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Standby: up to 180 days
Standby Time - 180 days
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 2 hour(s) 3 hour(s) JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS recharge faster than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS.
Auto On/Off - Yes
Included Qty 2 -
OTHERS JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Jabra Elite 85t
Included Accessories 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), 2 pairs of ear sleeves, USB-C charging cable, charging case (300 mAh) 3 pairs of EarGels, USB-C charging cable, wireless charging case
Compatibility - iPhone, Android phone
Compliant Standards - FCC, RoHS, REACH, MFI, Qi, ISED
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years with product registration
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