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Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 vs Mpow M7: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 83. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 - Outstanding overall at around $85.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 leads on 5 of 6 measures.

  • Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2
  • Mpow M7
HearWiki score
83
48
Sound
7.8
5.3
Noise cancelling
8.6
-
Battery
6.2
4.6
Calls
7.4
2.8
Price (USD)
$85
$47

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Mixed generations

Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 (2024) against Mpow M7 (2019). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 brings Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.0 and ANC type Adaptive against Feed-forward, while the Mpow M7 answers with Top codec aptX Adaptive against AAC. The Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 answers on convenience features: it adds Multipoint pairing, Wireless charging, Wear detection and Transparency mode.

  • Elite 10 Gen 220245 yr newer
  • M72019
What differsElite 10 Gen 2M7

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
5.0
Top codec
AAC
aptX Adaptive
ANC type
Adaptive
Feed-forward

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Wireless charging
Yes
No
Wear detection
Yes
No
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP57
IPX7

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

Elite 10 Gen 2M7
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$85
$47
HearWiki score
83
48
Released
2024
2019
Availability
Still sold new
Discontinued
Driver
10 mm dynamic
8 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10 mm
8 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Bluetooth
5.3
5.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive
Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
8 h
6 h
Battery life (ANC on)
6 h
6 h
Battery incl. case
36 h
30 h
Full charge time
-
120 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 1 h
Wireless charging
Yes
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
feedforward
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Wear detection
Yes
No
Controls
touch
buttons
Weight
11 g
-
Case weight
46.6 g
-
Water resistance
IP57
IPX7
Foldable
-
No
Detachable cable
-
No
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
6
-

What reviewers said

Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2

The Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 are true wireless earbuds with adaptive active noise cancellation and a robust IP57 rating for dust and water resistance. They deliver around 8 hours of playback per charge (6 with ANC on), and the included case extends total battery to 36 hours while supporting wireless charging. With Bluetooth 5.3, multipoint connectivity, and a 10mm dynamic driver, these earbuds offer a versatile listening experience with touch controls and a companion app for custom EQ.

  • Pro:Adaptive ANC effectively reduces ambient noise
  • Pro:IP57 rating provides strong dust and water protection
  • Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.3 allows seamless device switching
  • Con:Battery life drops significantly with ANC enabled
  • Con:No support for high-resolution codecs like aptX or LDAC
  • Con:Touch controls may require a learning curve

Mpow M7

The Mpow M7 is a budget-friendly true wireless earbud that prioritizes a warm, bass-heavy sound signature, making it a solid pick for fans of energetic, low-end-focused audio. It offers practical features like IPX7 water resistance, aptX Adaptive support, and a compact charging case, though its sound lacks refinement and its control scheme is basic. Overall, it delivers strong value for its price, especially for those who prefer a fun, punchy tuning over neutral accuracy.

  • Pro:Powerful, engaging bass response
  • Pro:IPX7 water resistance for robust durability
  • Pro:Supports aptX Adaptive for better wireless audio
  • Con:Sound lacks refinement and detail
  • Con:No app support or custom EQ
  • Con:Physical buttons may be less convenient

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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