Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Audio-Technica ATH-E70
What Buyers Say
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) receive praise for their excellent sound quality and noise cancellation, with many users calling them the best earbuds they've owned. However, a significant number of reviewers report issues with fit, especially for larger ears, and the touch controls are often described as overly sensitive, leading to accidental commands. Battery life and charging inconsistencies, along with occasional connectivity problems, also detract from the overall experience. While many are satisfied, the mixed feedback on comfort and functionality suggests these earbuds may not suit everyone.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Great noise cancellation
- Comfortable for long wear
- Good battery life
- Seamless multi-device pairing
Cons
- Fit issues for larger ears
- Touch controls overly sensitive
- Battery drain when idle
- Connectivity drops
- Charging case flimsy
Audio-Technica ATH-E70
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Scores
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | Audio-Technica ATH-E70 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | over-ear cable |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | small, medium, large, XL |
| Weight | 0.08 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | balanced armature |
| Drivers | 1 | 3★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | 19 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 39 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 109 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | aptX Adaptive | — |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 6 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 20 Minutes for 2 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 18 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Bose app | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | — |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (12th percentile)12th %ile
Audio-Technica ATH-E70
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average social proof (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
Pricing
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen offers 5.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 80 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 38 specs.
