Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Sony WF-1000XM6
What Buyers Say
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II receive mostly positive reviews for their exceptional noise cancellation and comfortable fit, but many users report frustrating connectivity issues and a buggy app. Sound quality is praised as clear and bass-rich, though some find it lacks excitement. A significant number of buyers experienced problems with Bluetooth pairing, one-side connection drops, and a poorly designed user manual, leading to a mixed overall sentiment.
Pros
- Exceptional noise cancellation
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Clear sound with rich bass
- Good battery life
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Frequent Bluetooth connectivity issues
- Buggy and non-intuitive app
- Inconsistent touch controls
- No wireless charging case
- No multi-point connection
Sony WF-1000XM6
The Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds are widely praised for their excellent noise cancellation, improved comfort, and clear sound quality. Users appreciate the textured surface that prevents slipping, the secure fit, and the long battery life. Call quality and microphone performance are also highlighted as strong points. Overall, these earbuds are seen as a worthy upgrade from previous models, especially for those seeking a high-end listening experience.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Improved comfort and fit
- Clear and balanced sound quality
- Textured surface prevents slipping
- Long battery life
Cons
- No negative points mentioned in reviews
Scores
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II | Sony WF-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 8.399999618530273 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II, Soapstone | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | personalized | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | SONY WF1000XM6/B Headphones |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 6 hrs | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 20-minute charge provides up to 2 hours of battery life | 5 min for 1 hour playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Built-in voice control |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Bose app | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average sound (28th percentile)
Sony WF-1000XM6
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 38 specs.
