Bose QuietComfort Ultra 890101-0100
Sennheiser HD 490 PRO 700286
What Buyers Say
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 890101-0100
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional comfort, superb noise cancellation, and rich, clear sound quality. Many users highlight the long battery life and improved build quality over previous generations, though a few report issues with connectivity, a finicky volume control, and popping noises during turbulence. Overall, they are highly recommended for travel, work, and immersive listening, despite some minor drawbacks.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort
- Superb noise cancellation
- Rich and clear sound quality
- Long battery life
- Improved build quality
Cons
- Connectivity drops and pairing issues
- Finicky touch volume control
- Popping noises during turbulence
- No PC app for customization
- Short included cables
Sennheiser HD 490 PRO 700286
The Sennheiser HD 490 PRO is widely praised for its exceptional comfort, lightweight design, and balanced, natural sound. Users highlight the clear highs, smooth bass, and impressive instrument separation, making it ideal for long listening sessions and gaming. While some find it overpriced and note the need for EQ to reduce sharpness, the overall sentiment is very positive, with many considering it a worthy investment for comfort and audio quality.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort for long wear
- Lightweight and well-balanced design
- Clear, natural sound with smooth bass
- Impressive instrument separation and soundstage
- Detachable cable and replaceable pads
Cons
- Proprietary ear pads with no aftermarket options
- Relatively high price point
- May require EQ to reduce sharpness
- No carrying case included with standard version
Scores
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 890101-0100 | Sennheiser HD 490 PRO 700286 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.48 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | plush cushions | Ohrpolster (waschbar und austauschbar) |
| Headband | metal | Einstellbares Stirnband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 36 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 130 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✗ |
| Codecs | BREAKTHROUGH SPATIALIZED AUDIO: Super immersive sound spatializes everything, taking the music out of your head and placing it in front of you to push the boundaries of listening. | — |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1 m | 1.7999999523162842 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15-minute charge gives you up to 2.5 hours of battery life | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Bose app | Dear Reality dearVR MIX-SE |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 890101-0100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average comfort (6th percentile)6th %ile
Sennheiser HD 490 PRO 700286
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (78th percentile)
- Strong comfort (70th percentile)
- Below average mic (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average sound (22nd percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 890101-0100 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 78 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 38 specs.
