SonoFlow Pro HQ51
Blue Microphones
51 Overall Score
vs
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Bose
79 Overall Score
Scores
Work
Budget
Commute
Gaming
Calls
Music
Studio
Specifications
| SonoFlow Pro HQ51 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.59 kg | 0.23 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | plush cushions |
| Headband | — | metal |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | 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 | QuietMax | hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Profiles | HFP, A2DP, AVRCP | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 0.5099999904632568 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 100 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1.3300000429153442 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes for 10 hours | 15 min for 2.5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | 1MORE app | Bose app |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | Waterproof |
Pros & Cons
SonoFlow Pro HQ51
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sound (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average comfort (11th percentile)11th %ile
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Scores 79 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 41 specs.