Studio Pro vs Evolve2 30 SE Comparison
Compare Studio Pro vs Evolve2 30 SE side by side: specs, ratings, pros and cons, and which one fits your room best.
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At a Glance
Studio Pro
The Beats Studio Pro is an over-ear headphone with fully adaptive ANC, a Transparency mode and custom 40 mm drivers. It works with both Apple and Android, with one-touch pairing and Find My on Apple and Google Fast Pair on Android.
- Best For
- Mixed Apple and Android users
- Style
- Over-ear
- Weight
- 260 g
- ANC
- Fully adaptive ANC
- Mics
- —
- Boom Mic
- No
- Talk Time
- 24 h
- Connect
- Bluetooth (Class 1), USB-C audio, 3.5 mm
- Certified
- —
Evolve2 30 SE
The Jabra Evolve2 30 SE is a wired USB headset for desk work. It has 28 mm speakers, two microphones (one analog MEMS and one analog ECM), a boom arm and a busylight.
- Best For
- Desk workers
- Style
- On-ear headband (stereo or mono)
- Weight
- 125 g
- ANC
- None
- Mics
- 2 (1 analog MEMS + 1 analog ECM)
- Boom Mic
- Yes (boom arm)
- Talk Time
- —
- Connect
- Wired USB-A or USB-C (USB-C/A SKUs)
- Certified
- Microsoft Teams (variant), Alcatel-Lucent, Avaya, Cisco, Unify, Mitel, Citrix
Review Scores Compared
Expert Score
Voice & Mic Clarity
Comfort & Ergonomics
Connectivity & Range
Battery & Charging
Certification & Controls
Why Studio Pro Beats Evolve2 30 SE (and Vice Versa)
Why Studio Pro beats Evolve2 30 SE
- Materials: UltraPlush engineered leather cushions, metal sliders vs Leatherette, PC and PC/ABS plastic, stainless steel
- Driver Size: 40 mm vs 28 mm
- Connection: Bluetooth (Class 1), USB-C audio, 3.5 mm vs Wired USB-A or USB-C (USB-C/A SKUs)
Why Evolve2 30 SE beats Studio Pro
- Better voice & mic clarity: 7.8 vs 4.0 out of 10
- Better comfort & ergonomics: 9.7 vs 8.9 out of 10
- Weight: 125 g vs 260 g
- Boom Mic: Yes (boom arm) vs No
Review-score leads of 0.5+ points out of 10 first, then specs where only one comes out ahead.
Full Specifications
General
| Studio Pro | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Mixed Apple and Android users | Desk workers |
| Wearing Style | Over-ear | On-ear headband (stereo or mono) |
| Variants | — | Stereo, Mono; USB-A, USB-C, USB-C/A; MS and UC |
Design & Build
| Studio Pro | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 260 g | 125 g Better |
| Materials | UltraPlush engineered leather cushions, metal sliders Better | Leatherette, PC and PC/ABS plastic, stainless steel |
| Ear Cushions | — | Leatherette |
| Dimensions | 178 x 78 x 181 mm | 179 x 136 x 54 mm (stereo) |
Audio
| Studio Pro | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 40 mm Better | 28 mm |
| Frequency Response | — | 20 Hz - 20 kHz (music); 100 Hz - 12 kHz (speak) |
| Driver Type | Custom active driver | — |
| Sensitivity | — | 115 dB @ 1 mW / 1 kHz |
| Spatial Audio | Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking | — |
| Custom EQ | 3 built-in sound profiles | — |
| Wired Listening | Yes (3.5 mm analog cable and USB-C lossless audio) | — |
| Stereo / Mono | Stereo | Stereo or mono (variants) |
| Speaker Bandwidth (Calls) | — | 100 Hz - 12 kHz (speak mode) |
| Hearing Protection | — | Jabra SafeTone 2.0 |
Noise Cancelling
| Studio Pro | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Cancelling | Fully adaptive ANC | None |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | — |
| Transparency Mode | Yes (Transparency mode) | — |
| Adaptive ANC | Yes | — |
Microphone
| Studio Pro | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Microphones | — | 2 (1 analog MEMS + 1 analog ECM) |
| Microphone Setup | — | 1 analog MEMS and 1 analog ECM |
| Boom Mic | No | Yes (boom arm) Better |
| Busylight | — | Yes |
| Open Office Certified | — | Yes |
Battery & Charging
| Studio Pro | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Talk Time | 24 h | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes (10 min = up to 4 h, Fast Fuel) | — |
| Music Time | 24 h | — |
| Charging Port | USB-C (lossless audio) | — |
| Music Time (ANC Off) | 40 h | — |
Connectivity
| Studio Pro | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth (Class 1), USB-C audio, 3.5 mm Better | Wired USB-A or USB-C (USB-C/A SKUs) |
| Certifications | — | Microsoft Teams (variant), Alcatel-Lucent, Avaya, Cisco, Unify, Mitel, Citrix |
| USB Audio | Yes | — |
| Cable Length | — | 1.5 m |
| Google Fast Pair | Yes | — |
Controls & App
| Studio Pro | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | "b" button, volume rocker, multi-function button | Call control unit |
| Management Software | Beats app | Jabra Direct, Jabra Xpress |
| Voice Assistant | Hey Siri | — |
| Teams / Call Button | — | Yes (Microsoft Teams notifications on LED) |
| IT Remote Management | — | Jabra Xpress |
| Firmware Updates | Over the air | — |
In the Box
| Studio Pro | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| In the Box | Headphones, carrying case, USB-C to USB-C cable, 3.5 mm cable | Headset, protective bag, user documents |
| Warranty | — | 2 years |
| Carry Case | Yes (carrying case) | Yes (felt pouch) |
Takeaways
- Our pick: Evolve2 30 SE, with the highest spec-based rating (4.5/5).
- Choose Studio Pro for mixed Apple and Android users.
- Choose Evolve2 30 SE for desk workers.
Pros and Cons
Studio Pro
PROS
- Fully adaptive ANC and Transparency
- USB-C lossless and 3.5 mm input
- Works well with Apple and Android
- Fast Fuel: 10 min = up to 4 h
CONS
- 24 h with ANC on
- Codec support not detailed on the product page
Evolve2 30 SE
PROS
- Light at 125 g (stereo)
- Boom arm and busylight
- USB-A, USB-C or USB-C/A variants
- Teams version available
CONS
- No ANC
- Wired only
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Quick Verdict
- Studio Pro 6.8No outright category lead
- Evolve2 30 SE 8.8Best overallLeads in Voice & Mic Clarity, Comfort & Ergonomics