The Jaybird Tarah Pro are great wireless sports in-ears that are fairly versatile for everyday casual use. They are an upgraded version of the regular Tarah model with better battery life, lower latency, slightly better sound quality, and new magnetic earbuds. They are also compatible with the Jaybird MySound app that lets you EQ the sound to your liking. Jaybird kept the same overall design of the Tarah, meaning the Pro version is also very portable and breathable for sports. Unfortunately, they have a new proprietary charging cradle that is cumbersome and restrictive, and for some reason, the Pro version can't connect to two devices simultaneously, while the regular Tarah and Jaybird X4 Wireless can. On the upside, they have an amazing wireless range and isolate a good amount of ambient noise.
Our Verdict
Decent for mixed usage. The Jaybird Tarah Pro have good sound quality for in-ears and are fairly comfortable thanks to their earbud-like design. They have decent noise isolation performance and barely leak, making them a good option for commuting and at the office. However, these are great sports-oriented headphones that have a stable and breathable design. Unfortunately, they won't be ideal for watching TV or gaming due to their high latency.
- Stable and portable design for sports.
- Decent and customizable sound.
- Good battery life.
- Cumbersome and restrictive charging cradle.
- Doesn’t offer multi-device pairing like previous Jaybird headphones.
Decent for neutral listening. The Jaybird Tarah Pro have a deep, consistent, and well-balanced bass, an even and clear mid-range, and a great treble. However, their bass is slightly boomy, their mid-range is a bit recessed, which nudges vocals and lead instruments to the back of the mix. Also, their treble may be sibilant for some people, and the dip in this range is also going to make vocals lack a bit of detail and brightness. You can also EQ them with the Jaybird app. However, the in-ear fit might not be comfortable enough for long listening sessions.
Good for commuting and traveling. The Jaybird Tarah Pro Wireless have a good isolation performance and barely leak, so you'll be able to mask a decent amount of background noise. Their wireless design is portable, but the in-ear fit might not be comfortable for everyone, especially for long rides and flights. On the upside, they have great battery life that should last you about 13 hours of continuous playtime.
The Jaybird Tarah Pro are great sports-oriented headphones with an IPX7 rating for sweat and water resistance. Their wireless design is very portable and breathable, which is great. You shouldn't sweat more than usual while using them during your workouts. They also have a great control scheme that offers quick access to simple and useful functionalities. Their great battery life will also last you a few workouts.
Above average for the office. The greater battery life compared to the normal Tarah will let you enjoy your music during your whole workday without a problem. Their fit also blocks a good amount of ambient chatter and A/C system noise, so you’ll be able to concentrate on your tasks. They also barely leak so you won’t bother your colleagues with your music. Unfortunately, they don’t connect to two devices simultaneously, which would be useful if you’d want to switch between your phone and office computer. Also, the in-ear fit won’t be the most comfortable to wear for many hours.
Sub-par for gaming. The Jaybird Tarah Pro Wireless are sports-oriented and shouldn't be used for gaming due to their high latency and mediocre microphone. Even if you don't play online and don't need a mic, these headphones won't be a good option for this use case.
Changelog
- Updated Feb 05, 2020: Converted to Test Bench 1.4.
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.1.
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.
- Updated Jun 25, 2019: We've updated the Build Quality score to better reflect how durable the Tarah Pro are.
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The Jaybird Tarah Pro are great sports headphones that are versatile for most use cases. They are very similar to the normal Jaybird Tarah Wireless model, but are an upgrade in some ways. The main difference is the better 13-hour battery life on the Pro version. They have a decent sound profile, and you can customize their sound to your liking thanks to their great companion app. They can also be used for commuting and at the office, thanks to a decent noise isolation performance. However, they can't connect to two devices simultaneously, which is disappointing since most recent Jaybird headphones can do it. See our recommendations for the best earbuds, the best closed-back headphones, and the best earbuds for running.
The Jaybird Tarah Pro Wireless are better headphones than the Jaybird X4 Wireless in pretty much every single aspect. They have lower latency, have a slightly more accurate treble range, and have a way better battery life. Their designs are very similar, other than the fact that the Tarah Pro have magnetic and rotating earbuds and have a braided cable. However, the X4 support multi-device pairing, offer more fit options, and are less expensive.
The Jaybird Tarah Pro Wireless are an upgrade over the normal Jaybird Tarah Wireless model. The main difference is battery life, as the Tarah Pro lasts twice as long on a single charge. The Tarah Pro have rotating and magnetic buds and a braided cable. They also have much lower latency, which is good for watching videos. On the other hand, if you only use these for workouts and don’t necessarily need long battery life, the less expensive Tarah model could be a better option.
The Jaybird Tarah Pro Wireless and the Jaybird Run XT Truly Wireless are both great pairs of headphones for sports. The Tarah Pro have better controls, feel slightly more durable, and last much longer off a single charge. On the other hand, the truly wireless design of the XT makes them more portable, as well as eliminates the possibility of their cord getting snagged while working out. The XT's case also charges via a standard micro-USB cord, while the Tarah Pro use a proprietary charger.
The Jaybird Tarah Pro Wireless are better headphones than the Anker Soundcore Spirit X Wireless. The Jaybird are better-made, and you can also customize their sound to your liking thanks to their companion app. The Jaybird's amazing wireless range is also better, and you get better default sound quality, even before EQ'ing them. On the other hand, the Anker are very comfortable in-ears and come with plenty of fit options. They also come with a nice hard case and have good sound quality for their price point, which might offer better value for most users.
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