JBL Quantum QUANTUM250
JBL
60 Overall Score
vs
Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100
Bose
82 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
JBL Quantum QUANTUM250
No customer feedback yet
Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100
85 out of 100 medium confidence 17 reviews
The Bose QuietComfort headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, comfort, and effective noise cancellation. Users praise the long battery life, premium build, and seamless connectivity, though a few note that noise cancellation could be slightly better compared to competitors like AirPods Pro. Overall, they are highly recommended for daily use, travel, and extended listening sessions.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Very comfortable for long use
- Long battery life (24 hours)
- Premium build quality
Cons
- Noise cancellation not as strong as AirPods Pro
- Charging takes a while
- Cannot achieve complete sound block
- Some connectivity issues with older devices
Sound quality 10
Noise cancellation 8
Comfort 5
Battery life 4
Build quality 4
Connectivity 3
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Specifications
| JBL Quantum QUANTUM250 | Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.16 kg★ | 0.43 kg |
| Ear Cushion | fabric | Protein Leather |
| Headband | mesh hammock under its soft headband | Metal, Plastic |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 50 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 127.80000305175781 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✗ |
| Codecs | — | Bose QuietComfort Headphones - Wireless Bluetooth Headphones, Active Over Ear Noise Cancelling and Mic, USB-C Charging, Deep Bass, Up to 24 Hours of Playtime, Black |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.1★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP, BLE |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 0.30000001192092896 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 24 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 Minutes for 2.5 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | Unidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | JBL QuantumENGINE | Bose app |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
JBL Quantum QUANTUM250
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (79th percentile)
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
JBL Quantum QUANTUM2500.996score per dollar
vs
Bose QuietComfort 884367-01000.483score per dollar
JBL Quantum QUANTUM250 offers 2.1x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100
Scores 82 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 42 specs.
