Customer Ratings & Reviews

The Jabra Elite 5 are but one of a series of “Elite” branded wireless earbuds from Jabra. Sitting pretty much in the middle of the pack, the Elite 5 seems to be the perfect mix of features, sound and price. In the box, the earbuds come with three sets of eargels - the pre-installed mediums fit my ears well, holding the buds in comfortably and sealing out outside sounds, along with a small USB C charging cord. Charging the buds can be done with either USB C as well as Qi wireless charging and they did need to be charged upon opening them. The case and buds each have LED’s which show the charge status by solid and flashing red, yellow and green color. Another nice feature is the fast charge that will give you an hour of use with only 10 minutes of charge when the battery is low. I really like that they have Qi charging however, I did notice it takes a bit longer than USB C. A full charge is supposed to get seven hours run time with an additional 21 hours in the case. Pairing to multiple Apple devices was easy and as expected. They also offer quick pairing for Android devices as well as Windows PC’s. I don't have an Android device but when in pairing mode, my PC popped up the connect dialog for a one press connection. I was pleased with the sound from the Elite 5’s. Out of the box with no equalization, they have a nice warm rich tone which made me immediately think Bose. The app has a five-band equalizer which has several presets as well as the ability to create and save your own presets. For my liking, both treble and bass needed a bit of a boost. I found both acceptable if a bit muddy at times. ANC on the other hand was a game changer for both noise canceling as well as the Hear - Through. Both have a slider for strength and on my subway commute I could feel the train but couldn’t hear anything outside the music. Switching to Hear-Through, I could hear the train announcements and conversations of riders around me. I like that the left push button (yes, they are physical buttons, not touch sensitive) standard configuration switches between ANC, Hear Through and off. Phone calls through the buds were outstanding. I had no trouble being heard and the called party was crisp and clear. I also like that you can control the side-tone, just like the Jabra headsets in my office. You can also just use one bud at a time like bluetooth headsets of yesteryear. The Elite 5’s allow you to pair to two devices at the same time which I do with my iPad and office laptop. This works well, pausing my iPad for MS Teams calls. Overall, I really like the Jabra Elite 5 earbuds and the price point works for the features and sound. I recommend them.

These are nice earbuds that are comfortable. If you wear them for over 4 hours they do start to ache a little, but I did not notice that it ached until I took them out. They are noise cancelling which is always a nice bonus. They took about an hour to fully charge and lasted me over 8 hours. I did not keep track of the exact amount of time they lasted, but they were still going when I took them out after I was done with my 8 hour ACLS class online. If you are looking for sound with a lot of bass, this may not be the earbuds for you. It does not have a lot of bass when I was playing music, but the sound quality is still great. I did have some difficulty connecting them to my iPhone because the instructions were not very clear. You pretty much have to download the app to get more information on how to connect. If you don't want another app installed on your phone, well I'll tell you, you do have to hold down both earbuds until the light blinks blue so you can connect. I tried doing that before I downloaded the app, but it didn't seem to work for me until after I downloaded the app. I may have not held it for 5 seconds, but I'm not sure. Maybe someone else can try it and see if it works. The earbud case is nice and feels like decent quality. I like the earbuds overall and I would recommend them to others.

The Jabra Elite 5 True Wireless Hybrid Active Noise Canceling in ear headphones are amazing. The sound quality and noise canceling they offer is incomparable. They fit nice and snug and feel very comfortable. I use them for everyday office work and even when mowing my property. The noise from the mower and trimmer is cut way down and I am able to hear my music as it was meant to be. Nothing bad from the Jabra Elite 5, they were very simple to connect to my cellphone and i was ready to hear my favorite music in minutes. The Sound+ app makes everything simple and easy to control. For the most part it becomes as a simple plug and play but wirelessly. The bass and voice quality if great nothing negative. When taking phone calls, it is very simple, and I have not had any complaint about people having trouble hearing me. I would recommend these to anyone looking for a new set, as I personally use them on a day-to-day basis from a simple office job to working outdoors with no issue or interference of any kind. Jabra has done it once again and built a quality product.

I've been rigorously testing out the Jabra Elite 5 True Wireless in-Ear Bluetooth Earbuds for the past few days, and I must admit, they've truly surpassed my expectations across the board. Having previously owned the Jabra Elite 7 Pro, I find that this model closely matches most of its features. Whether it's enjoying my favorite music or podcasts, or staying connected during online meetings, these earbuds have proven themselves to be reliable companions. What's Included: In the box, you'll find the Jabra Elite 5 true wireless buds nestled in a charging case, along with three sets of silicone ear gels (S, M, L), a USB-C Cable, and an Instruction Manual. Setup/Connection: Utilizing Bluetooth 5.2 technology, these earbuds effortlessly connect to iOS devices, especially tailored for Made for iPhone compatibility. I paired them with my iPhone 14 Pro Max without any hassle. To kick things off, simply download the Jabra Sound+ app, which seamlessly searches for nearby devices to pair with. Additionally, these earbuds support mono mode, allowing you to use a single earbud independently for extended battery life or for handling phone calls. Features: The Elite 5 earbuds come packed with a range of intelligent features. Hybrid ANC enables you to block out ambient noise, while HearThrough technology keeps you aware of your surroundings. With 6-mic call technology, wind noise reduction ensures crystal-clear calls even in blustery conditions. Personalized sound is another highlight, due to the 6mm speakers and customizable equalizer settings. Their IP55 rating ensures durability, providing protection against dust and water. Moreover, the battery life is commendable, offering up to 7 hours of playtime with ANC activated, and extending to 28 hours with the charging case. Comparing them to my existing Jabra Elite 7 Pro, the features closely align, except for some differences in the charging case design. Sound: The sound quality is genuinely outstanding, with impressive bass and exceptional clarity. Whether I'm fully immersed in music or taking calls, the Elite 5 earbuds provide an unmatched audio. Controls: Navigating through music, calls, and other activities is intuitive with the physical buttons, offering easy access to various functions. Further customization options within the Sound+ app allow you to tailor the controls according to your preferences. Fit/Comfort: Featuring a snug fit, these earbuds are enhanced by interchangeable ear tips, ensuring both comfort and security. Even my spouse, who frequently faces challenges with earbud fit, found them comfortable thanks to their compact design. Overall, the Jabra Elite 5 True Wireless earbuds offer a blend of build quality, performance, and comfort. Whether it's immersive music playback or clear calls, they deliver consistently. They're a welcome addition to the Jabra lineup, providing a balance of comfort and sound quality that's hard to surpass.

Everything I’m saying here is accurate as of the writing of this review. Given the earbuds have a firmware update functionality, I’d fully expect to see some of these things changed over time. When I acquired these headphones, the first thought I had was “how well would they work in an office environment?” From my experience, the answer is “just okay.” Audio quality is good, call quality is great, and fit is just fine. They do require a small bit of configuration out of the box, but nothing that should be too difficult for anyone who has a modern cell phone. What did Jabra do well with these headphones? To their credit, they are relatively comfortable to wear. I do find the tips a tad bit too big for my liking (small is too small and medium is slightly too big), but the way the buds nestle into your ears is very nice. The audio quality is good enough for a pair of earbuds. Hearthrough is the voice passthrough tech that Jabra provides with these buds. It is a cool technology and I do see the benefit to it – from being able to talk to a colleague without missing a beat or to being able to go get coffee without taking them out. It is neat as sometimes I think I can hear _better_ with hearthrough than I can with my own ears. I’ve not had much of a chance to use it in my day-to-day, but I have used similar features before and they’re always great. What could be done better? When I compare them to an older pair of wireless Sony earbuds that I have, I find the bass response to be a tad bit lacking. It’s there, but unless you play with the equalizer in their app a bit, it feels a bit flat. The adaptive noise cancelling (ANC) algorithm is also a bit of a letdown on these. I’ve tried it in multiple environments with multiple different noises – an office that was empty, an office that was filled and bustling with activity, pink noise in a quiet environment, white noise in a quiet environment, and just being outdoors. The only one that ANC worked well with was white noise. Jabra picked the ideal noise to filter out given white noise is like an aircraft in flight, but the other environments, I sometimes struggled to find a difference between ANC and having no noise cancelling applied. At times, ANC was actually worse than having no cancellation and amplified noises like typing or clicking a mouse. Phone call quality is good; according to the person I called I sounded loud and clear. And the person I was talking to sounded clear during the entire discussion. One thing I will note as configured, the headset picks up calls with a setting called “sidetone” which lets you hear your own voice. It really sounds like Hearthrough is activated and is annoying. Thankfully it can be disabled in the Sound+ app. Speaking of the Sound+ app, the one killer feature I would mention is that it comes with soundscapes with environments like rain, white noise, or crowds. It is very neat and possibly one of the things I like most about the app.

This product very defective keeps disconnecting and charge don't last 5 minutes.

So I just received my Jabra Elite 5 earbuds and have been putting them through the paces. Jabra has long been an amazing company with bluetooth products that I have loved over the years. I can remember way back in the day when I purchased my very first bluetooth Jabra headset over 18 years ago. From that point on, Jabra has always been one of my favorite companies for bluetooth headsets. Enter the Elite 5, having not used the Jabra brand in a few years, I quickly jumped at the opportunity to acquire the new Jabra Elite 5 earbuds, and I'm glad I did. They came nicely packaged with the following: * Jabra Elite 5 earbuds * Large and small eartips (Med. preinstalled) * USB-C Charging Cable * User Documentation Following along with the app, you can easily be up and running in no time as they are easily paired through the Jabra Sound+ app from the App Store for iOS devices or the Google Play Store for Android. Once paired through the app, that's pretty much it. The earbuds are also compatible with Alexa and/or Ok Google. My Alexa app opened during the setup process and prompted me to connect them as well through Alexa. Sound quality is amazing. For music and calls, its was pure clarity. There was no hissing noise in the background that I've noticed in other bluetooth earbud headsets. Initially I found the fit to be a little sore on my ears, not sure if my ears were just being weird. I swapped out the medium for the smaller eartips and it was a little better, but the larger eartips fit inside my ear better and also sealed off any outside background noise. Once I found the right sized eartips, everything else was gravy!!! Some of my favorite features of these earbuds are: * The earbuds are able to be used independent of one another. * Hybrid ANC, to either allow some background noise through or to block it out altogether. * Wireless Charging, which is great for overnight charging. * Fast Charge, charges very quickly with USB-C. * Microsoft Swift Pair for Windows 10 or higher (pairing for your PC or mobile device). * Voice Assistants, as stated above for Alexa, Ok Google, and Siri. * The ability to change your controls to your liking in the Jabra Sound+ app. All in all, I absolutely love these new Jabra Elite 5 earbuds, and they will be my go to set especially for workouts. They stayed in place the whole time without moving or feeling like they were about to fall out. Get you a pair, you won't regret it.

Jabra - Elite 5 Coming from an earlier model of Jabre Elite, this v5 model solves some of the little issues that pop up from time to time on the earlier models. Connectivity: these Elite5 buds have the Bluetooth Multipoint, which lets me connect to laptop for multimedia (video, music, Vmeetings) and also stay connected to android phone at the same time. Switching back and forth is fast and simple to switch from laptop to phone when needed, and then back after completing a call. Battery and Charging: battery life continues to be several hours of solid use (full morning, full afternoon, full evening) and the buds are much improved about going from active Bluetooth to charging mode when putting the bud(s) in the case. Earlier models tended to “hang on” to the Bluetooth connection and sometimes would not reliably charge both buds. Sound Quality: I am not an audiophile so most mid-range and higher buds sound pretty good to me. My main uses are for movies and tv on laptop, and podcasts, audiobooks, and relaxation music on phone. May I suggest you check other reviews for the finer details and experiences with audio quality. ANC and Pass-Through: The noise cancelling is about “medium” on these buds – not as good as earphones (not surprising) and just as good as any other earbuds I have tried. Better than that on these buds is the “Hear-Through” where a click on the left bud will use the microphones to give a little boost to outside noise, and cut the audio feed at the same time. In other words you get an instant cut to the audio and a simultaneous ‘boost’ to outside noise. I actually prefer to use this setting instead of just turning the ANC off, which leaves the audio feed going – not as good to switch quickly from listening to laptop and talking to someone. Jabra App: The usefulness of the app has improved from earlier models, as should be expected. There are lots of pre-sets and customization options for the sound, click-push, and other defaults. The ANC and Hear-Through also have settings that can be personalized. Overall these are a good set of wireless buds with adequate ANC and the Multipoint makes these excellent for use when you have two devices going at the same time – such as working on laptop and cell.phone.

These buds seem like a step back from some of the better performing models. While they are still very good ear buds, they don't match the performance in sound quality or noise cancelling of other Jabra models. The one area where they seem to have improved is in fit and comfort. While the overall profile of the buds doesn't seem to have changed much, they do fit more securely in my ears and are less likely to be knocked loose with an accidental brush. They do work well at connecting to multiple devices at once. I tested these with connections to my phone and the streaming device for my tv. I could even leave my phone in another room and remain connected to it while I listened to content on the tv in my home gym. It was a bit ambiguous which device was being controlled by the ear bud buttons until I established which one I wanted to listen to. With both devices paused, pressing the play button on the buds started the music on my phone when I wanted to listen to the tv. But if the tv was already playing, then the buds would default to controlling the active device. The buds will automatically pause playback when one is removed from your ear, but unlike other models, playback does not automatically resume when you put the bud back in. You have to actively restart playback. So overall, really good design, but there are models with better sound quality and noise cancelling if that's primarily what you're after.

I received the Jabra Elite 5 ear buds from Best Buy for free in exchange for my honest opinion about the product. The sound is crisp and clear, with beautiful highs and good, solid bass. The 6mm speakers do very well to capture the immersion I expect from any headgear, whether that be headphones or earbuds. New to the Elite 5 is the 6-microphone call technology coupled with the Hybrid Active Noise Canceling (ANC). Together, most any sound can be completely blocked out with the push of a button. It works fantastically, easily filtering out the vacuum and other consistent sounds. Voices still come through faintly with soft music playing. Music with heavy instrumentation drowns out voices completely. A great, new functionality is the ability to use a single ear bud, either one, without needing the other. This allows the charging of one while continuing to use the other. Of course, that would limit the ease of using the buttons on whichever one is not being used. The buds themselves fit snugly into my outer ear and don't feel like they'll fall out. Three ear gel sizes come with product, allowing a snug fit to help with the ANC. The charging case comes with a USB-C connector for wired charging and is Qi-compatible for wireless charging. These will be used for many years to come.

I'm not a fan of in the ear headphones but needed to try them out to see if my opinion changed. Sadly it hasn't, but I wont let my bias affect the genuine impression of the review or the value of the product. The Jabra headphones have supreme sound quality and with the help of the companion app can be customized to your level of comfort. Phone calls are a bit spotty, even though my voice travels quite clear through the headphones, so does the wind. In extreme cases, the background noise would peak out my voice and no sound would come through according to the caller. I on the other hand can hear the caller clearly. Speaking of Hear-Through, the buttons on the headphones are customizable to complete functions like Noise Cancelling, Hear-Through and the media functions when listening to music. The Hear-Through feature is awesome, I can hear my surroundings in any mode. However if whatever I'm listening to is too loud, it drowns out the noise anyway. I haven't found the right ear size for me yet, they keep popping out of my ear. Maybe I'm not inserting them the right way, but whatever the reason, I'm scared to use these outside the house with risk of loss or damage. These are sturdy headphones.

Fits comfortably in my ear and stays there while I’m doing bodywork in a shop or running in the street the ANC is great

I'll never know how they sound because i bought them but never got to turn them on, when you purchase them you need to download the app just to turn them on, but, you have to pay $35 a month to get full access, ripoff, there is a free version but, you need to allow them to send you notifications to use it, and if you dont allow notifications you dont get to turn them on which i didnt allow so i took them back oh and it doesnt con with instructions, you have to download their app its so stupid who the heck is going to pay for the app after the price you paid for the earbuds huh!