Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Bose
77 Overall Score
vs
Jabra Evolve2 65
Jabra
57 Overall Score
Scores
Work
Budget
Gaming
Commute
Calls
Music
Studio
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | Jabra Evolve2 65 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg | 0.18 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | plush cushions | memory foam |
| Headband | metal | Ergonomic Cushioned Headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | MEMS |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | — | 117 dB★ |
| 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. | SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP | HSP 1.2, HFP 1.7, A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.6, PBAP 1.1, SSP 1.2 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 0.5099999904632568 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 30 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 37 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 min for 2.5 hours playback | 15 Minutes for 8 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 3★ |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Bose app | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof | — |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
Jabra Evolve2 65
- Strong comfort (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong mic (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average social proof (35th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Scores 77 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 42 specs.