Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Bose QuietComfort
What Buyers Say
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
The Bowers & Wilkins PX8 S2 headphones are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, premium build, and comfort. Users highlight the detailed, balanced audio, luxurious materials, and effective ANC, though some note that ANC is not the best in class and the price is high. A few minor complaints include the bulky case, control placement, and call quality, but overall, these are considered top-tier headphones for audiophiles.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium build materials
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price
- ANC not best in class
- Bulky carrying case
- Controls placement awkward
- Call quality average
Bose QuietComfort
The Bose QuietComfort headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional noise cancellation, lightweight comfort, and clear sound quality. Users highlight the long battery life, reliable Bluetooth connectivity across devices, and durable build after extended use. A few note the lack of an option to fully disable noise cancellation and minor color discrepancies, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Exceptional noise cancellation
- Lightweight and comfortable for long wear
- Clear and balanced sound quality
- Long battery life (15+ hours)
- Reliable Bluetooth multi-device connectivity
Cons
- No option to fully disable noise cancellation
- Can get sweaty during exercise
- Color may differ slightly from online images
- Warranty registration issues reported
- High price without sale
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Bose QuietComfort | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | 0.43 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | Protein Leather |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | Plastic |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 127.80000305175781 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | Bose QuietComfort Headphones Bundle with Fast Charger - Wireless Bluetooth Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones with Mic, USB-C Charging, Deep Bass, Up to 24 Hours Playtime (Twilight Blue) |
| Surround | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancelling & Transparency Mode, High-Res Playback, 30H Playtime with Quick Charge Support, Bluetooth Headphones, Onyx Black | Bowers | Bose QuietComfort Headphones Bundle with Fast Charger - Wireless Bluetooth Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones with Mic, USB-C Charging, Deep Bass, Up to 24 Hours Playtime (Twilight Blue) | Bose Quie |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Quiet and Aware Modes |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.1 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.100000023841858 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 2.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | 15-minute charge gives you up to 2.5 hours of additional play time |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Spotify Tap |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | Bose Music |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
Bose QuietComfort
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average comfort (6th percentile)6th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 39 specs.
