Bose QuietComfort Ultra (890101-0100)
Sony PULSE Elite
What Buyers Say
Bose QuietComfort Ultra (890101-0100)
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional noise cancellation, comfort, and sound quality. Users praise the immersive audio and long battery life, though some note issues with connectivity, touch controls, and comfort compared to previous models. A few mention the high price and occasional quality control problems, but overall, most consider them a worthwhile investment.
Pros
- Exceptional noise cancellation
- Superb comfort for long wear
- Rich, immersive sound quality
- Long battery life
- Sleek, lightweight design
Cons
- High price point
- Connectivity issues
- Touch controls sometimes unresponsive
- Comfort less than previous models
- Battery drain in standby
Sony PULSE Elite
The PULSE Elite headset receives largely positive feedback for its sound quality, comfort, and battery life, especially from users who appreciate the planar magnetic drivers. However, several reviews note durability concerns with the hinge area and a cheap plastic wall mount, while the charging method (wall-mounted hanger) is considered inconvenient by some. Connectivity issues were reported but resolved by moving the USB adapter.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with planar magnetic drivers
- Very comfortable for long sessions
- Great battery life
- Easy connectivity
- Good built-in microphone
Cons
- Durability concerns with hinge area
- Cheap plastic wall mount piece
- Inconvenient charging method (wall hanger)
- Audio input not best for audiophiles
- Initial connectivity disconnection issues
Scores
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra | Sony PULSE Elite | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | — |
| Ear Cushion | Protein Leather | plush |
| Headband | Aluminum, Plastic | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | planar magnetic |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 75 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. | — |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | active |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 0.5099999904632568 m | — |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 0.17000000178813934 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 min for 2.5 hours playback | 10 min for 2 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Apple Home |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Bose app | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX0 | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Ultra (890101-0100)
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average affordability (8th percentile)8th %ile
Sony PULSE Elite
- Strong mic (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong anc (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong battery (78th percentile)
- Below average affordability (21st percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
Pricing
Sony PULSE Elite offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 39 specs.
