Evolve2 30 SE vs Voyager Focus 2 Comparison
Compare Evolve2 30 SE vs Voyager Focus 2 side by side: specs, ratings, pros and cons, and which one fits your room best.
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At a Glance
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
Voyager Focus 2
The Poly Voyager Focus 2 is a stereo on-ear Bluetooth headset with three levels of hybrid Evolve2 85, six microphones and a boom with Acoustic Fence noise cancelling. You rotate the boom to mute.
- Best For
- Loud offices
- Style
- On-ear stereo headband
- Weight
- 175 g
- ANC
- Digital hybrid ANC (off, low, high)
- Mics
- 6
- Boom Mic
- Yes (rotate to mute)
- Talk Time
- 25 h
- Connect
- Bluetooth, BT700 USB-C dongle, USB-C/A cable
- Certified
- Microsoft Teams, Google Meet
Review Scores Compared
Expert Score
Voice & Mic Clarity
Comfort & Ergonomics
Connectivity & Range
Battery & Charging
Certification & Controls
Why Evolve2 30 SE Beats Voyager Focus 2 (and Vice Versa)
Why Evolve2 30 SE beats Voyager Focus 2
- Better comfort & ergonomics: 9.7 vs 8.9 out of 10
- Ear Cushions: Leatherette vs Plush ear cushions
- Speaker Bandwidth (Calls): 100 Hz - 12 kHz (speak mode) vs 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Why Voyager Focus 2 beats Evolve2 30 SE
- Better voice & mic clarity: 8.9 vs 7.8 out of 10
- Driver Size: 32 mm vs 28 mm
- Microphones: 6 vs 2 (1 analog MEMS + 1 analog ECM)
- Microphone Setup: Noise-cancelling boom, Acoustic Fence; 100 Hz - 6.8 kHz vs 1 analog MEMS and 1 analog ECM
- Connection: Bluetooth, BT700 USB-C dongle, USB-C/A cable vs Wired USB-A or USB-C (USB-C/A SKUs)
Review-score leads of 0.5+ points out of 10 first, then specs where only one comes out ahead.
Full Specifications
General
| Evolve2 30 SE | Voyager Focus 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Desk workers | Loud offices |
| Wearing Style | On-ear headband (stereo or mono) | On-ear stereo headband |
| Variants | Stereo, Mono; USB-A, USB-C, USB-C/A; MS and UC | — |
Design & Build
| Evolve2 30 SE | Voyager Focus 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 125 g | 175 g |
| Materials | Leatherette, PC and PC/ABS plastic, stainless steel | — |
| Ear Cushions | Leatherette Better | Plush ear cushions |
| Colors | — | Black |
| Headband | — | Cushioned sling headband |
| Wearable on Either Ear | — | Yes (auto L/R) |
| Dimensions | 179 x 136 x 54 mm (stereo) | 155 x 66 x 183 mm |
Audio
| Evolve2 30 SE | Voyager Focus 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 28 mm | 32 mm Better |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz (music); 100 Hz - 12 kHz (speak) | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Sensitivity | 115 dB @ 1 mW / 1 kHz | — |
| Wired Listening | — | Yes (USB audio mode) |
| Stereo / Mono | Stereo or mono (variants) | Stereo |
| Speaker Bandwidth (Calls) | 100 Hz - 12 kHz (speak mode) Better | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Hearing Protection | Jabra SafeTone 2.0 | SoundGuard Digital (via Poly Lens) |
Noise Cancelling
| Evolve2 30 SE | Voyager Focus 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Cancelling | None | Digital hybrid ANC (off, low, high) |
| Active Noise Cancelling | — | Yes |
| ANC Levels | — | Off, low, high |
Microphone
| Evolve2 30 SE | Voyager Focus 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Microphones | 2 (1 analog MEMS + 1 analog ECM) | 6 Better |
| Microphone Setup | 1 analog MEMS and 1 analog ECM | Noise-cancelling boom, Acoustic Fence; 100 Hz - 6.8 kHz Better |
| Call Noise Reduction | — | Yes (Acoustic Fence, noise-cancelling boom) |
| Boom Mic | Yes (boom arm) | Yes (rotate to mute) |
| Mute Control | — | Rotate boom to mute, Dynamic Mute Alert |
| Busylight | Yes | On-ear indicator light |
| Mic Frequency Response | — | 100 Hz - 6.8 kHz |
| Mute Alert | — | Yes (Dynamic Mute Alert) |
| Open Office Certified | Yes | — |
Battery & Charging
| Evolve2 30 SE | Voyager Focus 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Talk Time | — | 25 h |
| Charging Time | — | <2 h |
| Charging Stand | — | Included (9T9J6AA) |
| Music Time | — | 24 h |
| Charging Port | — | USB-C |
| Talk Time (ANC On) | — | 16 h |
| Music Time (ANC Off) | — | 40 h |
Connectivity
| Evolve2 30 SE | Voyager Focus 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Wired USB-A or USB-C (USB-C/A SKUs) | Bluetooth, BT700 USB-C dongle, USB-C/A cable Better |
| Bluetooth Version | — | 5.1 |
| USB Dongle | — | BT700 (USB-C) |
| Multipoint | — | 8 paired |
| Wireless Range | — | 50 m |
| Certifications | Microsoft Teams (variant), Alcatel-Lucent, Avaya, Cisco, Unify, Mitel, Citrix | Microsoft Teams, Google Meet |
| Paired Devices | — | 8 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| USB Audio | — | Yes (audio over USB) |
| Cable Length | 1.5 m | — |
Controls & App
| Evolve2 30 SE | Voyager Focus 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Call control unit | Call answer/end, mute, volume, ANC, power, pairing; smart sensors |
| Management Software | Jabra Direct, Jabra Xpress | Poly Lens |
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google |
| Teams / Call Button | Yes (Microsoft Teams notifications on LED) | Yes (Microsoft Teams button) |
| Voice Prompts | — | Yes |
| IT Remote Management | Jabra Xpress | — |
In the Box
| Evolve2 30 SE | Voyager Focus 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| In the Box | Headset, protective bag, user documents | Headset, BT700 adapter, USB-C charging cable, USB-C to USB-A adapter, charging stand, carrying pouch |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2-year limited |
| Carry Case | Yes (felt pouch) | Yes (carrying pouch) |
Identifiers
| Evolve2 30 SE | Voyager Focus 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Model Number | — | 9T9J6AA |
Compatibility
| Evolve2 30 SE | Voyager Focus 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| OS Compatibility | — | Windows 11, Windows 10, macOS, Android, iOS |
Takeaways
- It's a tie on our rating (4.5/5) between Evolve2 30 SE and Voyager Focus 2, so choose on the rows that matter most to you.
- Choose Evolve2 30 SE for desk workers.
- Choose Voyager Focus 2 for loud offices.
Pros and Cons
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
Voyager Focus 2
PROS
- Up to 50 m range (91 m with base)
- Hybrid ANC with off, low and high
- Boom with Acoustic Fence, rotate to mute
- Charging stand included (9T9J6AA)
CONS
- On-ear fit
- Bluetooth 5.1 is older than rivals
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Quick Verdict
- Evolve2 30 SE 8.8Best overallLeads in Comfort & Ergonomics
- Voyager Focus 2 8.7Leads in Voice & Mic Clarity, Certification & Controls