We pit two popular fitness wireless earbuds against each other: the Jabra Elite Active 75t and the Bose SoundSport Free. Both command a premium price, but not as expensive as the Sony XM3s, Powerbeats Pro, or AirPods Pro. The
The Jabra Elite Active 75Ts pack punchy bass in their sleek and stylish body. These Jabras offer EQ customization, IP57 rating, up to 27.5 hours of playtime, and multi-point connectivity, features that are not available in many wireless earbuds.
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Jabra Elite Active 75t vs Bose SoundSport Free Comparison Chart
| Model | ||
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| Price | Check Price at Amazon.com | Check Price at Walmart.com |
| Earbud Dimensions | 21.9 x 19.4 x 16.2 mm | 30.5 x 30.5 x 25.4 |
| Case Dimensions | 36.6 x 62.4 x 27.0 mm | 38.1 x 96.52 x 30.5 mm |
| Active Noise Cancellation | No | No |
| Playtime | Up to 7.5 hrs | Up to 5 hours |
| Charging Case | Up to 20 hours more | Up to 10 hours more |
| Wireless Charging | No (But Jabra will soon roll out updates that will support this) | No |
| Quick Charging | 15 minutes for up to an hour of playtime | 15 mins for up to 45 mins of playtime |
| Wireless Powershare | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Version 5.0 | Version 4.1 |
| Multi-Point Pairing | Two | No |
| Audio Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC |
| Microphone | 4 (2 for each earbud) | 1 (right earbud) |
| Touch Controls | No | No |
| Voice Assistant | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-Pause/ Ear-On/Off Detect | Yes | No |
| IP Rating | IP57-rated | IPX4 |
| Color Options | Copper Black, Titanium Black, Navy Coming in May 2020: Grey, Mint, Sienna | Black, Blue, Bright Orange, Ultra Violet |
Design
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At a glance, the
While both stay securely in your ears even while being active, the
Not only are the
Sound Quality
Both deliver an impressive audio quality, but the
When it comes to audio quality, it’s hard to decide which is better between the two as they both deliver impressive sound and have different sound profiles. If your songs will sound better with deeper, punchier bass, the
Enjoy maximum freedom of motion with the Bose SoundSport Free Truly Wireless Earbuds. Their robust, water-resistant build and superb sound quality make these wireless earbuds an excellent companion for active users.
If you prefer a cleaner sound profile and better sound separation, you will appreciate Bose’s traditional sound signature with a warm bottom end and slightly scooped mids. While the
When it comes to voice calls, the
Set Up and Controls
The Jabras’ controls are more responsive than the
Pairing is smooth and effortless for both the
You can tell from the remote physical control buttons of the SoundSport Free that they are older than the Elite Active 75ts. They still use the remote system to manage tracks and adjust volume while the 75ts have the ‘Jabra’ multi-function button that you can press gently to manage tracks or activate your voice assistant. With that said, the buttons on the SoundSport Free are thoughtfully located on the side so you won’t have to add pressure to your ear whenever you need to change tracks or volume.
A unique feature of the Elite Active 75ts is its multi-point pairing capability, something not available in many truly wireless earbuds in the market today. This means you can pair up to two devices to your 75ts simultaneously. If someone calls you on your phone while you’re watching a video on your laptop or tablet, you can easily switch to your phone and use your wireless earbuds for the call.
Additional Features
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Both wireless earbuds are great for workouts, thus they are heavily marketed towards athletes and fitness enthusiasts. They can withstand sweat and moisture without worrying whether you’ll damage your true wireless earbuds. However, they have different IP ratings. The
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Like the AirPods Pro and the Powerbeats Pro, the SoundSport Free’s IPX4 means they are water and sweat resistant and using them for working out won’t pose a problem. Take note though that both the 75t and the SoundSport Free are not recommended for use for showering, swimming, and other aquatic sports.
As for their battery life, the 75ts have a longer battery life of up to 7.5 hours and an additional 20.5 hours more through its tiny carrying case. The SoundSport only have a runtime of five hours and its charging case adds up to 10 hours more of usage. A quick 15-minute charge of your 75ts will give you an hour more of playtime while the same duration for the SoundSport Free will only give you 45 minutes more.
Verdict
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Enjoy maximum freedom of motion with the Bose SoundSport Free Truly Wireless Earbuds. Their robust, water-resistant build and superb sound quality make these wireless earbuds an excellent companion for active users.
The Jabra Elite Active 75Ts pack punchy bass in their sleek and stylish body. These Jabras offer EQ customization, IP57 rating, up to 27.5 hours of playtime, and multi-point connectivity, features that are not available in many wireless earbuds.
Even though the Bose SoundSport Free deliver impressive sound quality, the Jabra Elite Active 75t win by a mile for their features and design. For a lower price, you can enjoy a more compact, stealthier, and more stylish pair of truly wireless earbuds. We also love the 75t’s customizable EQ settings, multi-point connectivity, better passive noise-cancellation, great call quality, higher IP rating, and more responsive multi-function buttons.
FAQs
Between the
The Jabra Elite 75T wireless earbuds are not active noise-canceling headphones, but their tight seal and secure fit results in impressive passive noise cancellation.
It’s hard to beat the sound quality that the
Both have similar features, but the