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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prefer a device for exercise, travel, and need something sweat- and dustproof, go for the Jabra Elite Active 75t; they are also better for use during calls and meetings with a superior build. However, the Skullcandy Hesh ANC offers better overall sound quality, has better noise isolation with its active noise cancelling, and might be more comfortable for prolonged use thanks to their over-ear design. Keep in mind though, the Skullcandy Hesh ANC are larger and less portable compared to the compact Jabra. If you're also planning to connect via a wire or want a longer cable, the Skullcandy has this option, which Jabra doesn't offer. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jabra Elite Active 75t
- Best in class for exercise
Advantages of the Skullcandy Hesh ANC
- The Skullcandy Hesh ANC has no clear advantages over the Jabra Elite Active 75t.
Key differences
Music
5.5
6.7
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC is only fair for music, while the Jabra Elite Active 75t is poor.
Gaming
5.0
5.6
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC and Jabra Elite Active 75t are both poor for gaming, though the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is somewhat better.
Battery
7.5 Hours
23.0 Hours
The Jabra Elite Active 75t has 7.5 hours of battery life. The Skullcandy Hesh ANC has 23 hours of battery life.
Cost
$163
$135
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$100
$150
$200
$250
The Jabra Elite Active 75t has a price of $163 and the Skullcandy Hesh ANC costs $135.
Build Quality
9.0
7.0
The Jabra Elite Active 75t has excellent build quality, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC has good build quality.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
5.2
5.3
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC and Jabra Elite Active 75t are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.9
6.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Skullcandy Hesh ANC to be only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Jabra Elite Active 75t is poor.
TV and Video
5.3
5.8
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC and Jabra Elite Active 75t are both poor for TV and video.
Noise Reduction
8.3
8.7
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC and Jabra Elite Active 75t are both very good for noise reduction.
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How the Jabra Elite Active 75t and the Skullcandy Hesh ANC compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Jabra Elite Active 75t | Skullcandy Hesh ANC |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$163 | $135 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Jabra | Skullcandy | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2020 | December 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 5.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.2/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.1/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.4/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 9.5/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 7.5 Hours | 23 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1.6 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 7/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.9/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 226.7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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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."
Skullcandy Hesh ANC
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Maike Paeßens | 2021
"Skullcandy’s Hesh ANC are compact, wireless over-ears for everyday use that are tuned for bass and designed to suppress or amplify ambient noise as required. In addition to Bluetooth 5.0, optional tracking via the Tile app is supported so that these headphones can be found if they get lost."
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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”.
About Skullcandy
Skullcandy is an American, consumer-oriented, earbuds and headphones manufacturer with 20 years of market experience. They sell a wide variety of, budget-friendly and unique, wired and wireless products that are sure to please the vast majority of users. Among their most popular offerings, the Crusher headphones, includes a pair of actual subwoofers inside the cups which makes the bass extra prominent for a unique and extra fun sound.
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