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

Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).

Scoring 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 the second value of 4 means 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 take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

Bose QuietComfort 2, at 12.5g are heavier than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) with a difference of 1.9g True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds . Bose QuietComfort 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the 2 earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are resistant to sweat Bose QuietComfort 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit 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 separate 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 ANC uses advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise.

How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero thus "diluting" the noise.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.

Bose QuietComfort 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that suits your commute or that suites your relaxation time. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) stay well in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down background noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size corellates with the sound produced by the device. Bose QuietComfort 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 1.7mm , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it. Bose QuietComfort 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal bass The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.

Bose QuietComfort 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can produce 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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Bose QuietComfort 2's battery life is equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time.

The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the vendor, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case is said to have a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge 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 earbuds, you just place down on a compatible charging pad. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.

Bose QuietComfort 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement 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.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a 10meters distance to connect 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 that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.

Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide 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 fine with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, 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 result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone.

This is useful in noisy environments. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds The Bose QuietComfort 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

The Bose QuietComfort 2 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. When lost in a room, or can't be found 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 earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your device to locate them. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

The Bose QuietComfort 2 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The Bose QuietComfort 2 support 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 and not miss notifications coming from another connected device.

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

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

With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too have voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with their own special case.

Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Bose QuietComfort 2 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.