Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0020
QCY T13
What Buyers Say
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0020
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (Gen 2) receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent noise cancellation, sound quality, and comfortable fit. Users appreciate the customizable EQ, sweat resistance, and long battery life, though some report issues with build quality, occasional disconnections, and a beeping sound. Overall, they are considered a strong competitor to AirPods Pro, especially for home use and workouts.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Customizable EQ
- Sweat resistant
Cons
- Build quality issues (plastic case)
- Occasional disconnections
- Beeping sound reported
- Not waterproof
- Heavier than AirPods Pro
QCY T13
Users overwhelmingly praise the QCY T13 earbuds for their excellent battery life, good sound quality for the price, and comfortable fit. Many note they have held up well over years of use, though some mention minor issues like the mic quality during calls or earbuds falling out during exercise. Overall, it is seen as a fantastic value option under $50.
Pros
- Excellent battery life
- Good sound quality for price
- Comfortable fit
- Long-lasting build
- Effective noise cancellation
Cons
- Poor mic quality during calls
- Earbuds may fall out during exercise
- Sound quality not as good as TOZO
- QCY app has limited features
- Screen cover inside audio hole may detach
Scores
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0020 | QCY T13 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.08 kg★ | 0.09 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 7.199999809265137 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 102 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | aptX Adaptive | Android Phone Control, Lightweight, Microphone Included, Noise Isolation, Universal Phone Control |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | ENC |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.1 |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth 5 |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 6 hrs | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 20 Minutes for 2 Hours | 5 min for 1 hour playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 18 hrs | 40 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Bose app | QCY APP |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0020
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
QCY T13
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong anc (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
Pricing
QCY T13 offers 6.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 40 specs.
