Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Vs. Bose Quietcomfort 2 Review

Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. In comparison to the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), Bose QuietComfort 2 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a weight of 10.6g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

Bose QuietComfort 2, at 12.5g weigh more than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by of 1.9g True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together. Bose QuietComfort 2 also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the two earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are resistant to sweat Bose QuietComfort 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Bose QuietComfort 2 and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation uses more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. Bose QuietComfort 2 too have ANC making either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and Bose QuietComfort 2 work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that suites your chill time.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) stay well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that tones down your environment sounds well as preventing the device voice audio from leaking out . Both Bose QuietComfort 2, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the device.

Bose QuietComfort 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 1.7mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Bose QuietComfort 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Bose QuietComfort 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can generate equal treble The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Bose QuietComfort 2's battery life is equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case has a charge of 24 hours.

A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself. Bose QuietComfort 2's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours, less than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 6 hours It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Bose QuietComfort 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 1 hours The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery.

The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case. Bose QuietComfort 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Bose QuietComfort 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Bose QuietComfort 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio.

It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) will work well with your iPhone.

If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Bose QuietComfort 2 support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have 6 microphones. The Bose QuietComfort 2 microphones are 8, more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.

The Bose QuietComfort 2 too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds The Bose QuietComfort 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears . The Bose QuietComfort 2 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a find earbuds feature. The Bose QuietComfort 2 also have the find earbuds feature.

Use the device app on your phone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you find them. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

The Bose QuietComfort 2 too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The Bose QuietComfort 2 have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another device.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too have this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

With the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Bose QuietComfort 2 also have a control panel on them. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support voice prompts.

Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. Bose QuietComfort 2 too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with their own special pouch.

Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Bose QuietComfort 2 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.