Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Bose
85 Overall Score
vs
Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
Beyerdynamic
89 Overall Score
Scores
Budget
Commute
Music
Studio
Gaming
Work
Calls
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg | 0.22 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | plush cushions | replaceable ear pads |
| Headband | metal | aluminum and durable textiles |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 45 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 48 Ω |
| 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. | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | Adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP | AVDTP 1.3, HFP 1.9, GAVDP 1.3, SPP 1.2, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 2.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 0.9700000286102295 m | — |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15-minute charge gives you up to 2.5 hours of battery life | 15-minute charge for up to 15 hours of listening time |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 630 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Google Fast Pair |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Bose app | beyerdynamic app |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX0 | — |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
Pricing
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
No current pricing available
Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
Verdict
Winner: Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
Scores 89 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 42 specs.
