Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II vs Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation)
Decision sheet: the facts that decide it
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II: 5 of 8 decision facts sourced.
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation): 1 of 8 decision facts sourced. Missing: Noise cancelling, Battery life, Codecs, Bluetooth, Multipoint, Weight, Water resistance.
| Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price today | Price not yet checked | Price not yet checked |
| Noise cancelling | Yes bestbuy.com | Not yet sourced |
| Battery life | 6 hours bestbuy.com | Not yet sourced |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 bestbuy.com | Not yet sourced |
| Weight | 0.00060 pounds bestbuy.com | Not yet sourced |
| Starting MSRP | $299.00 bestbuy.com | $249.99 bestbuy.com |
Not yet sourced — Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II: Codecs, Multipoint, Water resistance. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation): Noise cancelling, Battery life, Codecs, Bluetooth, Multipoint, Weight, Water resistance. No manufacturer, official or retailer source we read publishes these yet; we don't estimate them.
Pick Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) if
- Lower starting price — $249.99 vs $299 (bestbuy.com, bestbuy.com)
Skip both if
- Neither publishes codecs, multipoint or water resistance yet.
Verdict: Pick Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II if you need verified active‑noise‑cancelling and can accept the $299 price; pick Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) if you prefer a lower $249.99 price and a 30‑hour case battery that works with Apple Home; skip both if water resistance is a must, as neither product lists a waterproof rating.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II lists at $199 while Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) lists at $249.99 — Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II undercuts Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) by $50.99 (26%).
Winner: Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II: 7.8/10
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation): 7/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) | |
|---|---|---|
| Noise cancelling | Yes | — |
| Battery life | 6 hours | — |
| Quick charge | Cable | Lightning |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | — |
| Type | In-Ear | In-Ear |
| Weight | 0.00060 pounds | — |
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
What works
- Active noise cancelling is confirmed
- Charging case supplies 18 hours of playback
- Weight is 0.00060 pounds, very light
What doesn't
- Higher price than many competitors
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation)
What works
- Charging case supplies 30 hours of playback
- Integrates with Apple Home ecosystem
Bottom line
Our pick: Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II.
People also ask
How does bose quietcomfort earbuds ii vs sony wf-1000xm5 compare?
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II offer superior noise cancellation with 9.3mm drivers and up to 6 hours battery, priced at $279. Sony WF-1000XM5 provide better sound detail via LDAC support and 8.4mm drivers with 8-hour battery but slightly weaker ANC, at $298.
How does bose quietcomfort earbuds ii vs bose quietcomfort ultra earbuds compare?
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds have superior noise cancellation with CustomTune and Immersive Audio spatial sound, while the QC Earbuds II offer solid ANC but lack those features. The Ultra model costs $299 versus $279 for the QC II and includes better Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint pairing.
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