Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0020
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3
What Buyers Say
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0020
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (Gen 2) receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent noise cancellation, sound quality, and comfortable fit. Users appreciate the customizable EQ, sweat resistance, and long battery life, though some report issues with build quality, occasional disconnections, and a beeping sound. Overall, they are considered a strong competitor to AirPods Pro, especially for home use and workouts.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Customizable EQ
- Sweat resistant
Cons
- Build quality issues (plastic case)
- Occasional disconnections
- Beeping sound reported
- Not waterproof
- Heavier than AirPods Pro
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 are generally well-liked for their sound quality, battery life, and connectivity, especially at a refurbished price. However, several users report that the smooth, glossy material makes them prone to slipping out of the ears, and the fit may be uncomfortable for some ear shapes. A few isolated issues with audio defects and ANC were noted, but most reviewers are satisfied with the overall performance.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Long battery life (6-8 hours)
- Fast and reliable connectivity
- Effective noise cancellation for entry-level
- Sleek and stylish design
Cons
- Slippery material causes earbuds to fall out
- Uncomfortable fit for some ear shapes
- Smooth glossy finish is a design flaw
- ANC not the best for advanced users
- Potential battery degradation over time
Scores
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0020 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | s |
| Weight | 0.08 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 11 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 96 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | aptX Adaptive | AAC, Samsung Seamless, SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Active Noise Cancelling |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB Type C |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 6 hrs★ | 5 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 20 Minutes for 2 Hours | Yes★ |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 18 hrs | 20 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Capacity | — | 48 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | 3 |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Bixby, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Bose app | Galaxy Wearable App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0020
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average battery (23rd percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 40 specs.
