Apple AirPods Pro 2nd generation

Apple AirPods Pro 2nd generation

Apple
75 Overall Score
vs
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0050

Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0050

Bose
85 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Apple AirPods Pro 2nd generation

62 out of 100 medium confidence 24 reviews

Overall, buyers are split on these refurbished AirPods Pro 2. Many praise the sound quality, battery life, and like-new condition, while others report defective units, fakes, or poor customer service. The main concerns are inconsistent quality control and the risk of receiving non-genuine accessories. Despite the risks, several users found the savings worth it.

Pros
  • Great sound quality
  • Long battery life
  • Like-new condition
  • Quick pairing
  • Noise cancellation
Cons
  • Defective units
  • Fake accessories
  • Poor quality control
  • Find My not working
  • Shipping delays
🤔 Product quality 12
👍 Sound quality 6
👍 Battery life 5
👎 Authenticity 4
🤔 Shipping 4
👎 Customer service 3

Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0050

78 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) receive mostly positive feedback for their clear, rich sound and comfortable fit. However, a few users report issues with noise cancellation effectiveness, one earbud not fitting snugly, and charging problems. Overall, the majority of reviewers are satisfied, praising the premium quality and sound.

Pros
  • clear and crisp sound
  • comfortable fit
  • premium build quality
  • effective noise reduction
  • good call quality
Cons
  • noise cancelling not effective
  • right earbud fit issue
  • charging problems
  • sudden loud noise pops
👍 Sound quality 6
👍 Comfort 3
🤔 Noise cancelling 3
👍 Build quality 2
👎 Fit 1
👎 Charging 1

Scores

Budget
Apple
88
Bose
91
Commute
Apple
88
Bose
83
Music
Apple
62
Bose
83
Travel
Apple
82
Bose
81
Calls
Apple
81
Bose
80
Gaming
Apple
69
Bose
77
Fitness
Apple
63
Bose
72

Specifications

Apple AirPods Pro 2nd generationBose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0050
Design
Form Factorin-earin-ear
Wearing Styletrue wirelesstrue wireless
Ear TipsXS, S, M, LSmall, Medium, Large
Weight0.22 kg0.08 kg★
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Drivers—1★
Impedance24 Ω—
Hi-Res Audio—✓★
CodecsAAC, SBCaptX Adaptive
SurroundSpatial AudioSpatial Audio
Noise Control
ANC✓✓
ANC Typeadaptiveadaptive
Transparency✓✓
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.35.3
Profiles—A2DP, HFP
Multipoint✗✓★
Range—9.100000381469727 m★
Earbud Battery
Battery Life6 hrs6 hrs
Charge Time1 hrs★3 hrs
Fast Charging5 minutes for 1 hour playback20 Minutes for 2 Hours
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Battery
Case Battery30 hrs★18 hrs
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless Charging✓✓
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count22
NC Mic✓✓
Features
Voice AssistantSiriSiri, Google Assistant
Touch Controls✓✓
AppApple SettingsBose app
Volume Limiting—✗
Gaming Mode✗✗
Bone Conduction✗✗
Water ResistanceIPX4IPX4

Pros & Cons

Apple AirPods Pro 2nd generation

  • Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong sound (86th percentile)86th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
  • Below average user sentiment (12th percentile)12th %ile
  • Below average comfort (28th percentile)

Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0050

  • Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile

Pricing

Apple AirPods Pro 2nd generation

Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0050

No current pricing available

Verdict

★ Winner: Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0050

Scores 85 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 35 specs.

Apple AirPods Pro 2nd generation Better at:

Commute

Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0050 Better at:

MusicBudgetGamingFitness

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