Bose QuietComfort 888507-0100
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
What Buyers Say
Bose QuietComfort 888507-0100
The Bose QuietComfort earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the excellent sound quality, comfort, and effective noise cancellation, especially for music and general use. However, a significant number of complaints focus on fit issues (earbuds falling out or being too large), connectivity problems (random cutouts, disconnections), and a flimsy charging case. Some users also report inconsistent noise cancellation in noisy environments and issues with the left earbud. Overall, while many are satisfied, the product's reliability and fit are common concerns.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Great bass
- Good app features
Cons
- Fit issues (falling out)
- Connectivity problems
- Flimsy charging case
- Inconsistent noise cancellation
- Left earbud issues
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
Overall, users are pleased with the sound quality, noise cancellation, and value of these refurbished Galaxy Buds3 Pro, often comparing them favorably to AirPods. However, a significant number of complaints focus on missing ear tips in the package, charging issues, and durability concerns, with some units failing within months. Despite these issues, many find them a great deal, especially for Samsung users, and appreciate the comfort and battery life when they work properly.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good value for refurbished
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
Cons
- Missing ear tips in package
- Charging issues
- Durability concerns
- Battery drain over time
- Fit issues for some
Scores
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort 888507-0100 | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | Large, Small |
| Weight | 0.07 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 10.5 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 96 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 95 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds - True Wireless Bluetooth In-Ear Headphones, with Active Noise Cancellation and Mic, USB-C Charging, IPX4 Rating, Up to 8.5 Hours of Playtime, Ice Blue - Limited Edition | AAC, Samsung Seamless, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | Bluetooth |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8.5 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 20 Minutes for 3 Hours | Yes★ |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 29.5 hrs★ | 26 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Capacity | — | 53 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Hands-Free Voice Control | Bixby, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | QCE App | Galaxy Wearable App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort 888507-0100
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (12th percentile)12th %ile
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 39 specs.
