True Wireless
Jabra Elite 10
70Good
$250
Full review dataJabra Elite 10 vs Sony WF-1000XM4: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sony WF-1000XM4 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sony WF-1000XM4 - Great overall at around $199.
Score breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Jabra Elite 10
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery6.0
Calls7.0
Value7.0
Sony WF-1000XM4
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery7.5
Calls7.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Jabra Elite 10 | Sony WF-1000XM4 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $250 | $199 |
| HearWiki score | 70 / 100 · Good | 84 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2023 | 2021 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 6 mm |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 6 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20-20000 Hz | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 8 h | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 6 h | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 36 h | 24 h |
| Full charge time | - | 90 min |
| Quick charge | 5 min = 1 h | 5 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| ANC type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | Yes | - |
| Wear detection | Yes | - |
| Controls | buttons | - |
| Voice assistant | built-in voice assistant support | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 11.4 g | 41.1 g |
| Case weight | 45.9 g | 41 g |
| Water resistance | IP57 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | Yes | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | - |
| Call noise reduction | 6-mic call technology | - |
What reviewers said
Jabra Elite 10
These wireless earbuds bring adaptive noise cancellation and a sturdy IP57 build, making them a solid pick for active listeners. They deliver about 8 hours of playback per charge, or 6 with ANC on, and the case adds up to 36 hours total. With Bluetooth 5.3, multipoint pairing, and a customizable EQ via the app, they're flexible for daily use.
- Pro:Strong adaptive ANC
- Pro:IP57 water and dust resistance
- Pro:Long total battery with case
- Con:Only AAC codec support
- Con:Battery drops noticeably with ANC
- Con:Button controls may feel limited to some
Sony WF-1000XM4
The Sony WF-1000XM4 are high-end true wireless earbuds that excel in active noise cancellation and sound quality, with a compact 6mm driver and support for high-resolution LDAC streaming. They provide about 8 hours of playback per charge, extendable to 24 hours with the case, and include handy features like multipoint connectivity and quick charging. Their IPX4 rating makes them suitable for workouts, though the overall design is a bit bulky for some ears.
- Pro:Excellent active noise cancellation
- Pro:Rich, detailed sound with LDAC support
- Pro:Good battery life with fast charging
- Con:Bulkier fit compared to rivals
- Con:No wireless charging on the case
- Con:Touch controls can be finicky
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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