Equipped with powerful specs and impressive ANC, the Jabra Elite 85t is a stellar-sounding sequel in Jabra’s critically beloved series. The Elite 85t is a great pair of noise-cancelling headphones that deserves recognition in the best-in-class conversation.

Bold, dynamic sound, Strong active noise cancellation, Deluxe design, Lots of personalization features via companion app, Robust spec sheet

Some bugs in the system, Battery life could be better

While they don’t quite cut it like the Jabra Elite Active 75t buds do owing to a slightly bulkier design, the Elite 85t deliver impressive performance thanks to some great audio quality, effective noise cancellation and decent battery life.

Adjustable active noise cancellation; Elegant design; Great audio with impressive bass

Much bulkier than the 75t; Fit isn’t perfect; Rather pricey

The Jabra Elite 85t are some of the best true wireless earbuds you can buy. They combine great sound, good noise cancelling, long battery life and a comfortable fit with an excellent, pocketable case and the ability to connect to two devices at the same time.

Pros: great sound; good noise cancelling; multi-connection; good controls; comfortable fit; great case; long battery; no stalks.

Cons: only right earbud can be used on its own; no aptX; not repairable; batteries not replaceable; expensive.

Jabra’s Elite 85t offer an outstanding number of features to go along with good sound and noise canceling that rivals or beats the best in the business. They’re also comfortable, as durable or more so than all major competitors, and they’re incredibly nimble when compared to top-tier picks like...

Outstanding features and design; Rich; balanced sound; Impressive noise canceling

Not as sport-friendly as other Jabra buds

One look at the 85ts and you know they’re a Jabra product as it retain the same design language from their previous earbuds. It is a bit thicker and heavier than the previous 75t earbuds but still retaining a small footprint weighing in at only 0.12lbs w/ the case.

Jabra's Elite 85t earbuds are among the best truly wireless earbuds you can get right now. They have adjustable active noise cancellation, so you can let in as little or as much outside noise as you like, depending on your environment.

With the Elite 85t, Jabra fills the one hole in its lineup. The company now has a flagship true wireless model with powerful noise cancellation that rivals the best units I’ve tested.

Solid ANC; natural-sounding transparency mode; adjustable EQ; connects to multiple devices simultaneously

Doesn't fit as well as the Elite 75t due to new design

Offering excellent active noise-cancellation, a good fit, and effective isolation as a backdrop for great sound quality, these in-ears are the best true wireless headphones Jabra offers.

Great active noise-cancellation (ANC); Comfortable fit; Solid sound quality; Wireless charging;

Bulkier than predecessors; Only IPX4 waterproofing;

Jabra has done an excellent job upping their game to keep up in a very competitive and saturated market. The addition of fully adjustable Active Noise Cancelling, larger 12mm drivers, and better HearThrough/noise reduction/mic array while keeping the Elite’s compact form factor and design is...

Small compact design, Excellent listening experience, Solid active noise cancelling, Wireless & USB-C charging, Magnetic charging case, Good battery life: 5.5 hours of ANC use between charges, Well done app with ability to customize listening/user experience, 2-year warranty against dust and...