Apple AirPods Max 2
Jabra Evolve 6599-823-309
What Buyers Say
Apple AirPods Max 2
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
Jabra Evolve 6599-823-309
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
Scores
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Max 2 | Jabra Evolve 6599-823-309 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.39 kg | 0.11 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | polipiel |
| Headband | Breathable knit mesh with stainless steel frame | Plástico |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 28 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | Apple 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 |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 4.0 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP v1.2, Hands free profile v1.6 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 20 hrs★ | 10 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1.5 Hour | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | iOS 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)
Pricing
Jabra Evolve 6599-823-309 offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 37 specs.
