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Jabra Elite 8 Active
Jabra Elite 8 Active
Jabra Elite 8 Active
Jabra Elite 8 Active
Jabra Elite 8 Active
Jabra Elite 8 Active
Jabra Elite 8 Active
Jabra Elite 8 Active
Jabra Elite 8 Active

#10 Jabra Elite 8 Active

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The Jabra Elite 8 Active earbuds are designed for active users, offering a secure fit, robust IP68 dust and water resistance, and adaptive ANC. They deliver a balanced audio experience with spatial audio support, though lack high-res codec support. The earbuds are comfortable, have a long battery life, and feature reliable button controls, making them suitable for workouts and everyday use.
Audio
Noise Cancellation
Fit Stability
Battery
Call Quality
Controls
Pros
  • Secure fit and comfortable design
  • Robust IP68 dust and water resistance
  • Adaptive ANC with good performance
  • Long battery life with fast charging
  • Reliable button controls for easy use
Cons
  • Lack of high-res codec support
  • Limited ear tip options for customization
  • Rubberized coating not fully covering
  • Sound may lack dimensionality at times
  • Phone call quality better on Elite 10
Release Daterelease dateAugust 2023
ANCanc infoYes
IPXipx infoIP68
Batterybattery info8 hours/32 hours with charging case (ANC on)
Reference Price 149.99$
IN-DEPTH
Audio
  • Quality: Balanced audio with rich sound across highs, mids, and lows
  • Soundstage: Small passive soundstage with spatial audio support
  • Volume Levels: Adequate volume without distortion
Noise Cancellation
  • Equipped: Adaptive ANC effectively reduces background noise
  • Transparency Mode: HearThrough mode allows ambient noise for awareness
  • Levels: ANC adapts to surrounding noise levels
Comfort and Fit
  • Comfort: Comfortable for extended use with secure in-ear fit
  • Stability: Stable during intense workouts and activities
  • Ear Tip Options: Three sizes of silicone ear tips provided
Battery
  • Playback Time: Up to 8 hours with ANC on a single charge
  • Charging Case: Charging case provides additional 24 hours, supports wireless charging
  • Quick Charging: Fast charging feature for quick power boosts
Call Quality
  • Microphone: Clear recording quality, though not as natural as Elite 10
  • Number of Microphones: Uses six microphones for voice capture
  • Noise Reduction: Good noise handling, reducing ambient sound during calls
Controls
    Controls
  • Physical buttons provide reliable control over functions
Connectivity
  • Multipoint Connectivity: Supports multipoint pairing with up to two devices
  • Range: Stable Bluetooth 5.3 connection
  • Bluetooth Supports AAC and SBC codecs
Compatibility
  • OS: Compatible with iOS, Android, and Windows
  • App: Companion app for sound customization and additional features
Other Features
  • Water Resistance: IP68 rating ensures excellent water and dust resistance
  • FindMyEarbuds: Find My feature available through companion app