Audio-Technica ATH-S300BTBK
Audio-Technica
83 Overall Score
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Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100
Bose
84 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BTBK
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Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100
92 out of 100 medium confidence 29 reviews
The Bose QuietComfort headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for exceptional noise cancellation, comfort, and sound quality. Users frequently mention the lightweight design and long battery life, though some desire more equalizer adjustments and note that wind noise can be heard. A few reviewers had minor fit issues or returned them for not providing absolute silence, but the majority highly recommend these as a premium choice.
Pros
- Exceptional noise cancellation (Quiet/Aware modes)
- Extremely comfortable for long wear
- Crystal-clear sound with deep bass
- Long battery life (20+ hours)
- Lightweight and portable design
Cons
- No built-in customizable equalizer
- Wind noise audible in quiet mode
- Fit may be slightly loose for smaller heads
- Lacks multiple noise-cancellation modes beyond two
- Call microphone picks up background noise for callers
Noise cancellation 9
Comfort 9
Sound quality 8
Battery life 5
Fit for small heads 4
Equalizer adjustments 2
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Specifications
| Audio-Technica ATH-S300BTBK | Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.43 kg |
| Ear Cushion | — | Protein Leather |
| Headband | — | Metal, Plastic |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 45 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✗ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | Bose QuietComfort Headphones - Wireless Bluetooth Headphones, Active Over Ear Noise Cancelling and Mic, USB-C Charging, Deep Bass, Up to 24 Hours of Playtime, Black |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | digital hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.1 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP, BLE |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 0.30000001192092896 m |
| Range | 10 m★ | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 90 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs | 2.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 3 Minutes for 2.5 Hours | 15-minute boost gives your Bluetooth headphones up to 2.5 hours of play time |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Android & iOS | Bose app |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BTBK
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (86th percentile)86th %ile
Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BTBK
Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Audio-Technica ATH-S300BTBK
Scores 83 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 41 specs.
