Jabra
Jabra Elite 8 Active
True-wireless · 2023
84
/ 100
From $199
VS
Jabra
Jabra Elite 8 Active · Midnight Black
True-wireless · 2023
84
/ 100
From $199
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Jabra Elite 8 Active lands at 84 and Jabra Elite 8 Active · Midnight Black at 84. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Jabra Elite 8 Active if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
Pick Jabra Elite 8 Active · Midnight Black if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
Jabra Elite 8 Active 84
vs 84 Jabra Elite 8 Active · Midnight Black
Score breakdown
Jabra Elite 8 Active
84 anc 81
sound 83
comfort 82
battery 78
features 80
Jabra Elite 8 Active · Midnight Black
84 anc 81
sound 83
comfort 82
battery 78
features 80
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Jabra Elite 8 Active | Jabra Elite 8 Active · Midnight Black |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True-wireless | True-wireless |
| Release year | 2023 | 2023 |
Jabra Elite 8 Active
Pros
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
Cons
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
Jabra Elite 8 Active · Midnight Black
Pros
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
Cons
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
FAQ: Jabra Elite 8 Active vs Jabra Elite 8 Active · Midnight Black
Which is better, Jabra Elite 8 Active or Jabra Elite 8 Active · Midnight Black? +
Both score 84 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Jabra Elite 8 Active worth the price? +
At $199, Jabra Elite 8 Active delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in sound.
Is Jabra Elite 8 Active · Midnight Black worth the price? +
At $199, Jabra Elite 8 Active · Midnight Black delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in sound.
Does Jabra Elite 8 Active or Jabra Elite 8 Active · Midnight Black last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.