Belkin SoundForm Isolate
Bose QuietComfort Ultra (890101-0100)
What Buyers Say
Belkin SoundForm Isolate
The Belkin SoundForm Isolate headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their comfortable fit, impressive battery life, and good sound quality for the price. Many users appreciate the effective noise cancellation for daily use, though some find the bass lacking and the build quality feels cheap. A few reviewers experienced issues with volume and noise isolation, but overall, these are seen as a solid budget option.
Pros
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Good sound quality for price
- Effective noise cancellation
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- Weak bass
- Cheap build quality
- Low max volume
- Inconsistent noise cancellation
- Uncomfortable for some
Bose QuietComfort Ultra (890101-0100)
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional noise cancellation, comfort, and sound quality. Users praise the immersive audio and long battery life, though some note issues with connectivity, touch controls, and comfort compared to previous models. A few mention the high price and occasional quality control problems, but overall, most consider them a worthwhile investment.
Pros
- Exceptional noise cancellation
- Superb comfort for long wear
- Rich, immersive sound quality
- Long battery life
- Sleek, lightweight design
Cons
- High price point
- Connectivity issues
- Touch controls sometimes unresponsive
- Comfort less than previous models
- Battery drain in standby
Scores
Specifications
| Belkin SoundForm Isolate | Bose QuietComfort Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.16 kg★ | 0.23 kg |
| Ear Cushion | CloudCushion | Protein Leather |
| Headband | adjustable headband | Aluminum, Plastic |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 75 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Belkin SoundForm Isolate Wireless Active Noise Cancelling Closed-Back Over-Ear Headphones, Black | 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 | Belkin SoundForm Isolate Bluetooth Over-Ear Headphones - Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones - Wireless w/ 60H Playtime, Fast Charging & CloudCushion Ear Cups for Travel, Home, or Office - Black | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 0.5099999904632568 m |
| Range | 10 m★ | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes of charging yields 6hrs of playtime | 15 min for 2.5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 5★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | Bose app |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
Belkin SoundForm Isolate
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong comfort (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Bose QuietComfort Ultra (890101-0100)
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average affordability (8th percentile)8th %ile
Pricing
Belkin SoundForm Isolate offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 42 specs.
