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Updated April 11, 2024·
The Beats Powerbeats Pro are a better fit for active use such as exercise due to their ear hooks design and sweatproof certification. They also offer better integration with Apple devices, including adaptive sound and noise handling, provided by the H1 chip. On the downside, they may not provide the best value for calls and meetings or TV and video use with lower scores in these areas and no active noise canceling. The Jabra Elite 4, meanwhile, performs commendably for calls and meetings with better mic quality and is priced lower, making it a more cost-effective option. They also boast dustproof and sweatproof certification, slightly better battery life, active noise canceling, and a more compact carry size, suitable for a range of environments including air travel. If budget is a concern or you require the versatility of a good microphone and active noise canceling, Jabra Elite 4 may be the wiser choice. However, for those engaged in rigorous activities or heavy Apple users, the Powerbeats Pro could justify the extra expense. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats Powerbeats Pro
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Jabra Elite 4
- Very good for phone calls
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Phone Calls
7.0
8.8
The Jabra Elite 4 is very good for phone calls, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is good.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.2
8.6
The Beats Powerbeats Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Jabra Elite 4 is very good.
Noise Reduction
4.6
7.0
The Jabra Elite 4 is good for noise reduction, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Battery
10.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Beats Powerbeats Pro has 10 hours of battery life. The Jabra Elite 4 has 5.5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$250
$100
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
The Beats Powerbeats Pro has a price of $250 and the Jabra Elite 4 costs $100.
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Key similarities
Music
6.5
6.6
The Jabra Elite 4 and Beats Powerbeats Pro are both only fair for music.
Gaming
5.5
5.4
The Beats Powerbeats Pro and Jabra Elite 4 are both poor for gaming.
TV and Video
5.7
6.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Jabra Elite 4 to be only fair for TV and video, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Build Quality
8.8
9.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Jabra Elite 4 to have excellent build quality, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro has very good build quality.
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How the Beats Powerbeats Pro and the Jabra Elite 4 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Beats Powerbeats Pro | Jabra Elite 4 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$250 | $100 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | Jabra | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | April 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 5.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.6/10 | 7.7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 10 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | 21 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 4.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.8/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 11 Grams | 4.6 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Christian Thomas | November 2022
"Sweat resistance, actual noise isolation, and a secure fit in your ears make these the true wireless earphones you want in Apple-land. Android users may find other options they like better, as these only support AAC."
Jabra Elite 4
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Jasper Lastoria | September 2023
"The Jabra Elite 4 is a good midrange option with solid isolation and aptX codec for Android. It sounds consumer friendly from the box and the app has some EQ to adjust to taste. Some included luxuries include multipoint, sidetone, and Spotify Tap"
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About Beats
Beats is an American, consumer-focused, audio products manufacturer. Founded originally by American rapper and producer Dr Dre, the company is now a subsidiary of Apple. Beats sells a wide range of audio products, including several models of headphones, earbuds and speakers as well as full car audio systems.
About Jabra
Jabra is a subsidiary of GN Store Nord, a 150-year-old Danish company that specializes in the manufacturing of hearing aids, headsets and earphones. Jabra has a focus on fit and comfort and quality control over everything else. According to Peter Karstromer, Jabras CEO, they “design and engineer technology that frees people to work, live and communicate how and where they want to, equipping them with the tools to live their life to a new rhythm”.
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