Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus vs Jabra Elite 75t - Which earbuds will you choose - Android

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus (right) hardly deviate from the first-generation Galaxy Buds, which is a good thing.

The all-plastic Galaxy Buds Plus appear identical to the original Samsung Galaxy Buds, save for a few minor changes to the case’s interior. Samsung’s sophomore Galaxy Buds are extremely compact and lightweight, making them comfortable for extended periods of listening. To test that, I did in fact listen to the entire Hamilton soundtrack without fatigue.

Samsung provides listeners with an assortment of wing and ear tips, so most users are bound to find a comfortable and secure fit. The earphones rest in the lightweight charging case, which now features a glossy finish. Not only does said case support Qi wireless charging, but it may also be charged atop compatible Samsung devices with Wireless PowerShare.

The Jabra Elite 75t isn’t yet available in a wireless charging variant.

The Jabra Elite 75t isn’t yet available with a wireless charger. That feature aside, its case feels much sturdier than Samsung’s. Perhaps it’s the soft-touch matte finish or the more substantial audible feedback as the case is closed; either way, we prefer it to the Galaxy Buds Plus. However, it is a little larger than the Buds Plus case, so if you’re really stretched for space, Samsung may be the smarter option.

The Jabra Elite 75t and Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus are among the most comfortable earbuds available.

Jabra’s earbuds take on a more rugged appearance. The company disregarded the whimsy of Samsung for a more durable design: instead of using touch-capacitive panels, the Elite 75t relies on multifunction buttons. With a recent update, Jabra Elite 75t and Jabra Elite Active 75t users may remap the controls via the Jabra MySound app. Just like Samsung, Jabra provides small, medium, and large ear tips but doesn’t use wing tips to secure the earbuds.

The touch panels are pretty sensitive, and prone to registering accidental touch.

Both headsets are water-resistant, but the Jabra Elite 75t are the earbuds for athletes: they’re IP55-rated, meaning they can resist both dust and water, while the Galaxy Buds Plus are just IPX2-rated. Samsung and Jabra’s products also share the ability to enable ambient listening, also referred to as HearThrough. This is useful for anyone who spends time walking down busy streets or exercising outside.

Automatic ear detection

Both headsets also support automatic ear detection and pause music when an earbud is removed. Well, the Elite 75t only requires that one earbud is removed for playback to be paused. With the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, you must remove both at the same time. To resume playback with Jabra’s earbuds, re-insert the ‘bud within one minute of its removal. For the Buds Plus, reinsert both earbuds, and tap either touch panel to resume playback.

On-board controls

The Jabra Elite 75t case is small and easy to pocket.

Jabra’s earphones support a comprehensive control layout whereby each earbud dictates different commands. The Galaxy Buds Plus are the same, but more simultaneous options are afforded by the Elite 75t. You may control playback, answer or reject calls, adjust volume, access your virtual assistant, toggle listening modes, and mute the mic during a call all from the Jabra Elite 75t.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus allow all the same control options along with direct Spotify access. Unlike Jabra’s hearty button-operated controls, the Buds Plus touch controls aren’t the most reliable. During testing, I often accidentally paused a track when I meant to skip it. Both headsets allow you to field two calls simultaneously by placing one on hold while receiving the other.

Software features