Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Bose
77 Overall Score
vs
Koss KPH7HB
Koss
18 Overall Score
Scores
Work
Budget
Commute
Gaming
Calls
Music
Studio
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | Koss KPH7HB | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.23 kg | 0.07 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | plush cushions | — |
| Headband | metal | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 80 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 18 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 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. | — |
| 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 | 1.2200000286102295 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)
Koss KPH7HB
- Strong comfort (68th percentile)
- Below average sound (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average mic (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average connectivity (22nd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen0.204score per dollar
vs
Koss KPH7HB0.997score per dollar
Koss KPH7HB offers 4.9x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Scores 77 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 40 specs.
