Apple AirPods Max 2

Apple AirPods Max 2

Apple
88 Overall Score
vs
Jabra Evolve 6599-823-309

Jabra Evolve 6599-823-309

Jabra
50 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Apple AirPods Max 2

78 out of 100 high confidence 159 reviews

The Apple AirPods Max 2 receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, powerful noise cancellation, and seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem. Many users praise the clear, immersive audio and the effective ANC that can block out most background noise. However, significant complaints include high weight causing neck discomfort, poor battery life with rapid drain, and connectivity issues like frequent disconnections. A few users also report defective units that stop working within weeks, and the lack of a power-off button is a common frustration.

Pros
  • Exceptional sound quality
  • Powerful noise cancellation
  • Seamless Apple ecosystem integration
  • Premium build quality
  • Comfortable for extended use
Cons
  • Heavy weight causes neck discomfort
  • Poor battery life with rapid drain
  • Frequent disconnection issues
  • No power-off button
  • Defective units stop working early
👍 Sound quality 35
👍 Noise cancellation 28
👎 Battery life 12
👍 Build quality 15
🤔 Weight and comfort 10
👎 Connectivity 8

Jabra Evolve 6599-823-309

78 out of 100 medium confidence 10 reviews

Users generally appreciate the sound quality, comfort, and wireless connectivity of these headphones. However, some note that the earpieces are small and tend to slide off, and the battery life may not meet expectations for extended use.

Pros
  • Great sound quality
  • Comfortable and lightweight
  • Easy Bluetooth setup
  • Long battery life
  • Flexible connectivity options
Cons
  • Small earpieces that slide off
  • Short battery life for some
  • Headband doesn't stay in place
👍 Sound quality 5
👍 Comfort 2
🤔 Battery life 3
👍 Bluetooth connectivity 3
👎 Earpiece size 2
🤔 Build quality 2

Scores

Budget
Apple
89
Jabra
53
Work
Apple
83
Jabra
51
Commute
Apple
83
Jabra
39
Gaming
Apple
82
Jabra
52
Calls
Apple
82
Jabra
53
Music
Apple
78
Jabra
46
Studio
Apple
73
Jabra
46

Specifications

Apple AirPods Max 2Jabra Evolve 6599-823-309
Design
Form Factorover-earover-ear
Open/Closedclosedclosed
Foldable✗—
Weight0.39 kg0.11 kg★
Ear Cushionmemory foampolipiel
HeadbandBreathable knit mesh with stainless steel framePlástico
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size40 mm★28 mm
Drivers1★—
Freq Min20 Hz20 Hz
Freq Max20 kHz20 kHz
Hi-Res Audio✓★—
CodecsApple AirPods Max 2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio, Personalized Spatial Audio, Live Translation, Bluetooth Headphones – Starlight with AppleCare+ (2 years)SBC, AAC
SurroundSpatial Audio—
Noise Control
ANC✓✓
ANC Typeadaptive—
Transparency✓★—
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.3★4.0
Profiles—A2DP v1.2, Hands free profile v1.6
Multipoint✓✓
Wired ConnectorUSB-CUSB-C
Detachable Cable✗—
Battery
Battery Life20 hrs★10 hrs
Charge Time1.5 hrs★2 hrs
Fast Charging5 Minutes for 1.5 Hour—
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count3★—
NC Mic✓✓
Boom Mic✗—
Detachable Mic✗—
Features
Voice AssistantSiri—
Touch Controls✓★—
AppiOS Only—
Volume Limiting✗—
Gaming Mode✗—

Pros & Cons

Apple AirPods Max 2

  • Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
  • Below average comfort (30th percentile)

Jabra Evolve 6599-823-309

  • Strong connectivity (74th percentile)
  • Strong anc (73rd percentile)
  • Strong comfort (67th percentile)
  • Below average battery (14th percentile)14th %ile
  • Below average build (34th percentile)

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple AirPods Max 2

Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 37 specs.

Apple AirPods Max 2 Better at:

WorkCallsMusicBudgetGamingStudioCommute