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Updated January 10, 2024·
If sound quality and noise isolation are your top priorities, and you don't mind a wired connection, the Etymotic ER4XR may suit you well, as they offer a reference-quality sound and excellent noise isolation. However, keep in mind they are less comfortable for long periods and not convenient for exercise. On the other hand, if you prefer wireless convenience with good sound quality, a secure and comfortable fit for active use, and added features like a microphone for calls and app customization, the Jabra Elite Active 75t could be the better choice for you. The Jabra earbuds also provide sweat and dust resistance, making them ideal for workouts and outdoor activities, although they might not block noise as effectively as the Etymotic earbuds. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Etymotic ER4XR
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Jabra Elite Active 75t
- Best in class for exercise
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Music
8.0
5.5
The Etymotic ER4XR is very good for music, while the Jabra Elite Active 75t is poor.
Gaming
6.2
5.0
The Etymotic ER4XR is only fair for gaming, while the Jabra Elite Active 75t is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.3
5.9
The Etymotic ER4XR is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Jabra Elite Active 75t is poor.
TV and Video
7.4
5.3
The Etymotic ER4XR is good for TV and video, while the Jabra Elite Active 75t is poor.
Noise Reduction
9.1
8.3
The Etymotic ER4XR is excellent for noise reduction, while the Jabra Elite Active 75t is very good.
Battery
N/A
7.5 Hours
The Etymotic ER4XR does not have a battery. The Jabra Elite Active 75t has 7.5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$234
$163
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The Etymotic ER4XR has a price of $234 and the Jabra Elite Active 75t costs $163.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
4.7
5.2
The Jabra Elite Active 75t and Etymotic ER4XR are both poor for phone calls.
Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The Etymotic ER4XR and Jabra Elite Active 75t both have excellent build quality.
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How the Etymotic ER4XR and the Jabra Elite Active 75t compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Etymotic ER4XR | Jabra Elite Active 75t |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$234 | $163 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Etymotic | Jabra | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2016 | February 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.8/10 | 5.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.3/10 | 5.1/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.4/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.1/10 | 9.5/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 7.5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 24 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 6/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 4 Grams | 5.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Etymotic ER4XR
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What HiFi?
What HiFi? | May 2015
"The Etymotic ER4XRs' top qualities are the detail and definition of the midrange, rewarding the closest listening. While the soundstage is large rather than gigantic, the excellent separation and spatial precision mean you can dive deep into music just as much as when wearing a pair of full-size open-backed headphones."
Jabra Elite Active 75t
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Tom's Guide
Alex Bracetti | November 2022
"Audio is spacious and warm, delivering just the right amount of boom to kickstart your workouts without compromising the mids and highs. Battery life (both on a single charge and the charging case) is superior to all AirPods models. The extremely durable shell also reassures you that it’s going to take more than some severe environmental conditions to damage these buds."
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About Etymotic
Etymotic Research is an American based research, development and manufacturing company founded in 1983. They invented the first insert earphones that were used for the diagnosis and research of hearing loss and other auditory disorders. They went on to pioneer the market of high fidelity, isolating, in-ear earphones.
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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