Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Bose
77 Overall Score
vs
Audio-Technica ATH-WP900
Audio-Technica
41 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | Audio-Technica ATH-WP900 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.24 kg |
| Ear Cushion | plush cushions | synthetic leather |
| Headband | metal | synthetic leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 53 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 50 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 38 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 100 dB★ |
| 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. | Audio-Technica ATH-WP900 Closed-Back Dynamic Portable On-Ear Wooden Headphones with Detachable A2DC Cables, Flamed Maple |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 0.5099999904632568 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 min for 2.5 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | — |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Bose app | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof | — |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
Audio-Technica ATH-WP900
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong comfort (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong build (78th percentile)
- Below average mic (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen0.204score per dollar
vs
Audio-Technica ATH-WP9000.058score per dollar
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen offers 3.5x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Scores 77 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 42 specs.
