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Jabra

Jabra Elite Active 45e

Name: Jabra Elite Active 45e
Brand: Jabra
SKU: B07PYYLQDQ

Put safety first and consider these workout earbuds.

MSRP

$99View on Amazon

Manufacturer's suggested retail price at launch. Check retailers for current availability.

Key specs

Battery Life Wireless

9 hBelow average

9 h

5 h23 h

below average for wireless neckband earbuds — based on 13 of 18 we've cataloged.

Microphone

YesMost common

True100%

True is the most common — on 100% of the 18 wireless neckband earbuds we've cataloged (of 18).

Sweat Resistance

YesMost common

True79%False21%

True is the most common — on 79% of the 14 wireless neckband earbuds we've cataloged (of 18).

Control Type

Physical buttonsMost common

Physical buttons93%Touch controls7%

Physical buttons is the most common — on 93% of the 15 wireless neckband earbuds we've cataloged (of 18).

Battery

Battery Life Wireless: 9 h
Capacity: 500 mAh
Charging Method: Micro USB
Full Charge Minutes: 120 min
Fast Charging: Yes

Microphone

Microphone: Yes

Build

Sweat Resistance: Yes
IP Rating: IPX7

Features

Control Type: Physical buttons

Connectivity

Bluetooth Version: 5.0
Bluetooth Range: 10 m
Connection Type: Bluetooth
Multipoint Devices: 2 devices

Design

Ear Tip Material: Silicone
Magnetic Earbuds: No

Identity

Model Number: OTE090

Release

Date: 2019-03-22
Msrp Usd: 99 USD
Year: 2019

Sound

Driver Type: Dynamic

SoundGuys review

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SOUNDGUYS rating

7.0/ 10

Recommended

Reviewed byLil KatzContributorReviewed February 2021

Isolation3.4

Battery life7.3

Comfort & fit7.9

Connectivity5.0

Design8.0

Portability9.5

The verdict

While the Jabra Elite Active 45e won’t be winning any awards for sound quality, they keep athletes aware of their surroundings. The ear hook design is stable while the proprietary ear tips keep listeners vigilant. The IP67 rating means you can exercise worry-free and spend more time focusing on your workout.

✓What we like

✓IP67 dust- and water-resistant

✓Ear tips allow awareness of surroundings

✓Reliable connection and Bluetooth 5.0

✓Quick charging

✕What could be better

✕MicroUSB charging

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