Detailed comparison and review of Bose SoundSport 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 SoundSport | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Weight | 23 g | - | |
Dimensions & Weight Details | - | 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 | Aqua | Black | Citron | Charcoal black | Neon blue | Frost | Power red | Blue | Orange | Green | Black | Caramel | Dark grey | Navy | |
Body Material | Plastic | - | |
Earpad Material | Silicone | Silicone | |
Protection | Weatherproof, sweat-resistant | IP54, IP68, water-resistant, dust-proof | |
Design | Sports | - | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 10 m | The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same. |
SOUND QUALITY | Bose SoundSport | 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 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.3 | Jabra Elite 8 Active have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Bose SoundSport. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | 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 | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Jabra Elite 8 Active 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 | - | Voice guidance, MultiPoint Technology, Google Fast Pair, Auto Pause, Microsoft Swift Pair, HearThrough, Personalised Sound technology, Apple MFI, Jabra MyControls, Spotify Tap | |
In-Cord Volume Control | Yes | - |
MICROPHONE | Bose SoundSport | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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Type | On-cable | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Mono | MEMS-directional | |
Frequency Response | - | 100 - 8000 Hz | |
Audio Input Details | Omni-directional | - | |
Microphones Included | - | 6 |
REMOTE CONTROL | Bose SoundSport | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Controls | Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track | Mute, volume, power on/off, call, sidetone |
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CABLE | Bose SoundSport | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - 55 cm | USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 20 cm |
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FEATURES | Bose SoundSport | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Features | - | 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 SoundSport | 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 SoundSport. |
Battery Life Details | - | 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 | 2 hours | 3 hour(s) | Bose SoundSport recharge faster than Bose SoundSport. |
Auto On/Off | - | Yes | |
Included Qty | 1 | - |
WIRELESS LINK | Bose SoundSport | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Transmission Range | 10 m | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Bose SoundSport | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Connector Type | USB | - |
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OTHERS | Bose SoundSport | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Included Accessories | Carrying case, 3 pairs of ear tips, USB charging cable | Charging case, 3 pairs of EarGels, USB-C to USB-A charging cable | |
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Software Included | - | Jabra Sound+ | |
Compatibility | iPhone, iPod, Android phone | iPhone, Android phone | |
Compliant Standards | - | FCC, RoHS, BQB, REACH, MIL-STD-810, MFI, Qi, ISED | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |