Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0020
Soundcore Life P2 Mini
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
Soundcore Life P2 Mini
These Soundcore Life P2 Mini earbuds are widely praised for their exceptional value, offering great sound quality and impressive battery life at a low price. Users highlight their durability, with one surviving a wash cycle, and the remarkable Bluetooth range that outperforms more expensive models. Minor drawbacks include average comfort for long wear and a tendency to slip out when bending over, but overall they are highly recommended for budget-conscious buyers.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Great sound quality for the price
- Impressive battery life
- Durable build quality
- Exceptional Bluetooth range
Cons
- Average comfort for long wear
- Tendency to slip out when bending over
- Limited bass in signature EQ mode
- No app support
- Small size makes them easy to lose
Scores
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0020 | Soundcore Life P2 Mini | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | XS, S, M, L, XL |
| Weight | 0.08 kg | 0.06 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | aptX Adaptive | Soundcore by Anker Life P2 Mini True Wireless Earbuds, 10mm Drivers with Big Bass, Custom EQ, Bluetooth 5.2, 32H Playtime, USB-C for Fast Charging, Tiny Size for Commute, Work |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | — | USB-C |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 6 hrs | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 20 Minutes for 2 Hours | 10 min for 1 hour playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 18 hrs | 32 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Bose app | No |
| 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
Soundcore Life P2 Mini
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore Life P2 Mini offers 5.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 39 specs.
