Choosing between the Jabra Engage 45 SE and the Jabra Evolve2 55? Here's how they differ on platforms, audio and price, and which one fits your room.
Short answer: pick the Engage 45 SE if you want the one that costs less. Pick the Evolve2 55 if you want the one that also supports Teams, Zoom and Google Meet and plugs into any laptop by USB.
Side by side
| Engage 45 SE | Evolve2 55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $292 | $302 |
| Platforms | — | Teams, Zoom, Google Meet and BYOD/USB |
| Mode | — | USB |
| Microphones | — | 2 analog + 2 digital MEMS (stereo) |
| Speakers | — | 28mm |
| Talk time | Stereo & Mono up to 13 hours; Convertible up to 9 hours | Up to 16 hours (ANC/busylight off), up to 10 hours (ANC/busylight on) |
| Weight | Stereo 83g / Mono 57g / Convertible 21g | Stereo 130g / Mono 79g |
| Warranty | 1 year North America | 2 years |
| Form factor | Stereo/Mono on-ear headband; Convertible earhook/headband | On-ear headband |
| Range | Up to 150m / 490ft | Up to 30m / 100ft |
| Speaker bandwidth (speak mode) | 150Hz – 6800Hz | — |
| Microphone bandwidth | 100Hz – 10000Hz | — |
| Security | DECT Security Step C, FIPS approved algorithms | — |
| Active noise cancellation | — | Yes |
| Connections | Deskphone only; Wireless technology: DECT | Bluetooth 5.2, Link 390 USB-A or USB-C adapter |
Specs are Jabra's published figures. Prices can change.
The key differences
- Microphones: the Evolve2 55 has 2 analog + 2 digital MEMS (stereo); the Engage 45 SE doesn't list microphones.
- Warranty: Engage 45 SE: 1 year North America. Evolve2 55: 2 years.
- Platforms: the Engage 45 SE lists no certifications; the Evolve2 55 lists Teams, Zoom, Google Meet and BYOD/USB.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Engage 45 SE if you want the one that costs less. See the Engage 45 SE
- Choose the Evolve2 55 if you want the one that also supports Teams, Zoom and Google Meet, plugs into any laptop by USB and comes with a longer standard warranty (2 years vs 1). See the Evolve2 55
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Still deciding? Read the Engage 45 SE guide and the Evolve2 55 guide, see Engage 45 SE alternatives and Evolve2 55 alternatives, compare them interactively, or send us your room details for a recommendation.
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