At a glance
| Style | Over-ear headband |
|---|---|
| Weight | 286 g |
| ANC | Digital hybrid ANC (4 mics) |
| Mics | 10 (4 analog + 6 digital MEMS) |
| Boom Mic | Yes (discreet hidden boom arm) |
| Talk Time | 26 h |
- Model Evolve2 85
JabraLast updated on October 2026
Jabra Evolve2 85 Review
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Overview
The Jabra Evolve2 85 is Jabra's top over-ear office headset. It has 40 mm speakers, digital hybrid ANC using four microphones, and ten microphones in total (4 analog and 6 digital MEMS) with a discreet hidden boom arm.
The Evolve2 85 arrived with Jabra’s original Evolve2 launch in April 2020 as the over-ear flagship with digital hybrid ANC and ten microphones, including a discreet boom. Later models such as the Evolve2 75 filled the mid hybrid niche underneath it.
If you want the primary source for that first Evolve2 wave, see the March 2020 Evolve2 announcement.
- 10 microphones and hidden boom arm
- Digital hybrid ANC
- Up to 26 h talk, 37 h music
- Link 390 adapter and 3.5 mm cable
Key Takeaways
- Meets Microsoft Teams Open Office requirements (certified variant)
- Busylight and Teams notifications
- 2-year warranty
Best For
- Open offices
- All-day callers
- Hybrid workers who travel
Avoid If
- You want a light on-ear headset
- You mostly take short calls
Pros & Cons
The Evolve2 85 is the headset to get for loud open offices. Ten mics, hybrid ANC, a busylight, a USB adapter and a 3.5 mm cable cover almost every work need. It is the heaviest headset here at 286 g, so if you want something lighter, the Evolve2 75 keeps most of the features at 197 g.
PROS
- 10 microphones and hidden boom arm
- Digital hybrid ANC
- Up to 26 h talk, 37 h music
- Link 390 adapter and 3.5 mm cable
CONS
- Heaviest headset here at 286 g
- Bluetooth 5.0 is older than rivals
Review Scores
Score Breakdown
8.6/10 Expert Score
- Voice & Mic Clarity8.7/10
- Comfort & Ergonomics9.0/10
- Connectivity & Range8.5/10
- Battery & Charging7.4/10
- Certification & Controls9.3/10
How this score is calculated
Each criterion is the weighted average of its available spec scores (0–10) from our Headsets scoring matrix. Empty specs are skipped, not scored as 0. The Expert Score is the weighted average of the scored criteria, shown out of 10; stars = Expert Score / 20, rounded to the nearest half star. Not scored for this product (it doesn't apply, or the published specs don't cover it): Build Quality & Durability. Its weight is shared by the other criteria.
| Criterion | Weight | From specs | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voice & Mic ClarityBoom Mic: Yes (discreet hidden boom arm) → 9.0; Microphones: 10 (4 analog + 6 digital MEMS) → 10.0; Call Noise Reduction: Meets Microsoft Teams Open Office requi… → 6.0; Mic Frequency Response: Analog 5 Hz – 20 kHz → 9.0 | 30% | 8.7 | 8.7 |
| Comfort & ErgonomicsWeight: 286 → 8.6; Ear Cushions: Soft audio foam, leatherette → 9.5; Headband: Ultra-soft foam covered in leatherette → 9.5; Materials: Leatherette-covered foam headband and e… → 9.0 | 25% | 9.0 | 9.0 |
| Connectivity & RangeConnection: Bluetooth → 9.0; Wireless Range: 30 → 7.5; Multipoint: Yes (2 simultaneous, 8 paired) → 10.0; USB Dongle: Jabra Link 390 → 8.0; Bluetooth Version: 5.0 → 7.5 | 15% | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| Battery & ChargingTalk Time (ANC On): 21 → 6.2; Fast Charging: Yes (30% after 30 min) → 10.0; Charging Stand: Desk stand (SKU dependent) → 10.0; Charging Time: Up to 140 min → 4.0 | 15% | 7.4 | 7.4 |
| Certification & ControlsCertifications: Leading UC vendors → 9.0; Busylight: Yes → 10.0; Teams / Call Button: Yes → 10.0 | 15% | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| Build Quality & Durability | — | no scored dependencies | — |
| Expert Score | 8.6/10 | ||
Jabra Evolve2 85 Review
Voice & Mic Clarity 8.7/10
- Boom Mic Yes
- Mics 10
- Call NR Meets Microsoft Teams Open…
- Mic Freq. Analog 5 Hz – 20 kHz
Comfort & Ergonomics 9.0/10
- Weight 286 g
- Cushions Soft audio foam, leatherette
- Headband Ultra-soft foam covered in…
- Materials Leatherette-covered foam he…
Connectivity & Range 8.5/10
- Connect Bluetooth
- Range 30 m
- Multi-pt Yes
- Dongle Jabra Link 390
Battery & Charging 7.4/10
- Talk ANC 21 h
- Fast Charge Yes (30% after 30 min)
- Stand Desk stand (SKU dependent)
- Charge Time Up to 140 min
Certification & Controls 9.3/10
- Certified Leading UC vendors
- Busylight Yes
Full Specifications
General
| Best For | Open offices |
|---|---|
| Wearing Style | Over-ear headband |
Design & Build
| Weight | 286 g |
|---|---|
| Materials | Leatherette-covered foam headband and ear cushions |
| Ear Cushions | Soft audio foam, leatherette |
| Headband | Ultra-soft foam covered in leatherette |
| Dimensions | 199 x 160 x 77 mm |
Audio
| Driver Size | 40 mm |
|---|---|
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (music); 100 Hz – 8 kHz (speak) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Sensitivity | 117 dB @ 1 mW / 1 kHz |
| Wired Listening | Yes (3.5 mm cable included) |
| Stereo / Mono | Stereo |
| Speaker Bandwidth (Calls) | 100 Hz – 8 kHz (speak mode) |
| Hearing Protection | Jabra SafeTone |
Noise Cancelling
| Noise Cancelling | Digital hybrid ANC (4 mics) |
|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes |
Microphone
| Microphones | 10 (4 analog + 6 digital MEMS) |
|---|---|
| Microphone Setup | 4 analog MEMS / 6 digital MEMS |
| Call Noise Reduction | Meets Microsoft Teams Open Office requirements |
| Boom Mic | Yes (discreet hidden boom arm) |
| Busylight | Yes |
| Mic Frequency Response | Analog 5 Hz – 20 kHz; digital 100 Hz – 8 kHz |
| Open Office Certified | Yes |
Battery & Charging
| Talk Time | 26 h |
|---|---|
| Charging Time | Up to 140 min |
| Fast Charging | Yes (30% after 30 min) |
| Charging Stand | Desk stand (SKU dependent) |
| Music Time | 37 h |
| Talk Time (ANC On) | 21 h |
Connectivity
| Connection | Bluetooth, USB-A/USB-C Bluetooth adapter (Link 390), 3.5 mm cable |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| USB Dongle | Jabra Link 390 |
| Multipoint | Yes (2 simultaneous, 8 paired) |
| Wireless Range | 30 m |
| Certifications | Leading UC vendors; Microsoft Teams Open Office (variant) |
| Paired Devices | 8 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP, PBAP, SPP |
| Cable Length | 1.2 m |
Controls & App
| Management Software | Jabra Direct, Jabra Xpress |
|---|---|
| Teams / Call Button | Yes (Microsoft Teams notifications on LED) |
| IT Remote Management | Jabra Xpress |
In the Box
| In the Box | Headset, desk stand (SKU dependent), Link 390 adapter, 1.2 m USB-C to USB-A cable, 1.2 m 3.5 mm cable, carry case |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Carry Case | Yes (carry case) |
Product Details
| Brand | Jabra |
|---|---|
| Model | Evolve2 85 |
Price Comparison
| Store | Price | Deal |
|---|---|---|
| Jabra.comOfficial Jabra store | See price | View deal (opens in a new tab) |
The Verdict
I’d choose the Evolve2 85 if you work in a loud office and want consumer-level ANC with a work-grade boom mic. If weight is a concern, the Evolve2 75 is lighter and nearly as capable. For travel-first use, the Bose QC Ultra is more comfortable.
FAQs
How long does the Jabra Evolve2 85 battery last?
Up to 26 hours of talk time with ANC and busylight off, or 21 hours with both on. Music time is up to 37 hours with ANC off. A full charge takes up to 140 minutes.
Can the Evolve2 85 connect to two devices?
Yes. Jabra lists two simultaneous Bluetooth connections and up to eight paired devices.
Does it work with a cable?
Yes. It comes with a 3.5 mm audio cable and a USB-C to USB-A cable.
Does the Evolve2 85 meet Teams Open Office requirements?
Yes. Jabra lists the Evolve2 85 as meeting the Microsoft Teams Open Office requirements.
What hearing protection does it have?
Jabra SafeTone, which limits sudden loud sounds and long-term exposure.
How big is the Evolve2 85?
The headset measures about 199 x 160 x 77 mm and weighs 286 g.
What does the LED show?
A busylight, incoming calls and Microsoft Teams notifications.
What temperatures does Jabra list?
Operating -10 °C to 45 °C, storage -5 °C to 45 °C.
