Jabra Evolve2 85
Soundcore Life Q20
What Buyers Say
Jabra Evolve2 85
The Jabra Evolve2 85 receives generally positive praise for comfort, sound quality, and noise cancellation, with users finding it ideal for long work hours and travel. However, some users report significant issues with ambient noise pickup during calls and reliability concerns, including a loose mic boom and static noise after a few years. The product is considered a solid upgrade from older models, but durability and microphone performance in noisy environments are notable drawbacks.
Pros
- Excellent comfort for long wear
- Good sound quality
- Great noise cancellation
- Effective microphone for calls
- Sturdy and compact carrying case
Cons
- Picks up ambient noise on calls
- Mic boom becomes loose over time
- Static noise on earbud after years
- Only 2-year warranty
- High price point ($500 MSRP)
Soundcore Life Q20
Users overwhelmingly praise these headphones for their exceptional value, comfort, and impressive noise cancellation at a budget price. Battery life is a standout feature, with one user reporting 60% charge remaining after two weeks of use. A few minor complaints include the headphones being slightly heavy and the lack of a clear power indicator light. Overall, the sentiment is highly positive, with most reviewers recommending them as a top budget pick.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Impressive noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- Slightly heavy on the head
- No clear power indicator light
- Noise cancelling not confirmed for wired mode
Scores
Specifications
| Jabra Evolve2 85 | Soundcore Life Q20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg | 0.26 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | memory foam |
| Headband | Ergonomic Cushioned Headband | memory foam |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 4★ |
| Freq Min | — | 16 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AAC | Foldable design with ergonomic headband, memory foam ear cups and multi-point rotation, travel pouch |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 30 m★ | 15 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 37 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 0.25 hrs★ | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15-minute charge giving you up to 8 hours of use | 5 minutes for 4 hours of listening |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 10★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Android & iOS | soundcore app |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Jabra Evolve2 85
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong battery (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average social proof (26th percentile)
Soundcore Life Q20
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 40 specs.