Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring IP57, the Beoplay EX's rating is read as, the first value of 5 denotes that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety, and the second value of 7 means that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes. Compared to the Beoplay EX, Bose QuietComfort 2 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Bose QuietComfort 2 has a lower liquid rating than Beoplay EX
Beoplay EX have a weight of 12g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to transport.
The Bose QuietComfort 2, at 12.5g
are heavier than the Beoplay EX by of 0.5g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Beoplay EX are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. Bose QuietComfort 2 also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the 2 earbuds together.
Beoplay EX are resistant to sweat
Bose QuietComfort 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Beoplay EX have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Bose QuietComfort 2 and Beoplay EX have stereo speakers
ANC uses advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out.
In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 hence "diluting" the noise.
Beoplay EX have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds. Bose QuietComfort 2 too have ANC making both devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.
Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your chill time. The Beoplay EX stay tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
The Beoplay EX driver unit is 9.2mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound produced by the earbuds. Bose QuietComfort 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Beoplay EX by 0.1mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound. The Beoplay EX's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through. Bose QuietComfort 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices produce equal bass
Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device produces high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.
Bose QuietComfort 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can generate equal treble
Beoplay EX's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Bose QuietComfort 2's battery life is
less than that of Beoplay EX by 2 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time.
The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Beoplay EX's case is said to have a charge of 20 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.
Bose QuietComfort 2's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours,
less than that of Beoplay EX by 2 hours
It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Beoplay EX's battery. It is highly adivsable 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 Beoplay EX by 0.5 hours
Beoplay EX, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the device, you just put down on a compatible charging pad. Beoplay EX have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and case.
Bose QuietComfort 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. The Beoplay EX have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Bose QuietComfort 2 too support USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets. The Beoplay EX have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables 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,
newer than that of Beoplay EX
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Beoplay EX have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Bose QuietComfort 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Beoplay EX
Beoplay EX support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Beoplay EX 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. Beoplay EX support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm.
It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
Bose QuietComfort 2 support APTX Adaptive as well which means both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio from other devices. The Beoplay EX have 6 microphones. Bose QuietComfort 2 microphones are 8,
more than that of Beoplay EX by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise.
Beoplay EX use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
The Beoplay EX support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can 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 but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic. The Beoplay EX support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds.
Also the Bose QuietComfort 2 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
The Beoplay EX support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can easily 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 Beoplay EX
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another device.
The Beoplay EX have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too have the mute function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.
The Beoplay EX, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too have a control panel on them. The Beoplay EX have a warranty period of 3 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals.
The Beoplay EX support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. Bose QuietComfort 2 too support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.
The Beoplay EX come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing may easily damage them. Bose QuietComfort 2 also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
