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Jabra Elite 8 Active

The review signal is high relative to the usual price. Prioritise deals and refurbished options. Target price: $190.

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Best valueBluetooth 5.3, ANC

The review signal is high relative to the usual price. Prioritise deals and refurbished options.

Critic score88

Value signal100

Price$199.99

Release age2y 9m old

User score8.7

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pocket carrycallsgym bagsrunning

Consensus

88/100

Release age

2y 9m old

Value signal

100/100