Wireless earbuds · Ranked #4 of 31

Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2

88
Highly rated
Average of 4 professional reviews
4 of 4 recommend it · broad agreement
Where the 4 reviews landedRange 76–100
Score printed by the outlet Estimated from the verdict

Exact average 87.8 · 3 printed, 1 estimated · printed scores only: 89

Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2Image: Jabra

4 professional reviewers tested the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2, and 4 recommend it. Most praised: noise cancelling and battery life.

Reviewed by Trusted Reviews, Android Central, TechGearLab and 1 more

Early score: only 4 professional reviews so far. Expect it to move as more reviews come in.

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What 4 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 100
    Trusted ReviewsHands-on review · 2024

    A worthy successor that sounds more balanced, fits better and cancels noise more reliably.

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  2. 90
    Android CentralHands-on review · 2024

    Billed as the best rugged earbuds available, with better noise cancelling and transparency plus durability and comfort.

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  3. 76
    TechGearLabHands-on review · 2024

    Named the favourite earbuds for active use thanks to comfort, ruggedness and lively, balanced sound.

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  4. 85est.
    The Run TestersNo printed score · Video review · 2024

    The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 are excellent, reliable running headphones that offer a secure fit and great sound quality.

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What critics praise most

Noise cancelling3 of 4
Battery life3 of 4
Comfort3 of 4

What critics dislike most

No clear pattern.

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Common questions

Is the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 worth it?

Most critics think so: 4 of 4 recommend it.

Do critics agree about the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2?

Broad agreement: scores range from 76 (TechGearLab) to 100 (Trusted Reviews), a spread of 24 points across 4 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.

What is the best alternative to the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2?

The Sony WF-C710N (critic score 94), top pick, narrowly.