Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IP57, the Beoplay EX's rating for solids indicates 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 of liquids 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,
Beoplay EX has a higher liquid rating than Bose QuietComfort 2
Beoplay EX have a weight of 12g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
Bose QuietComfort 2, at 12.5g
weigh more than the Beoplay EX with a difference of 0.5g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Beoplay EX are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
Bose QuietComfort 2 also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the two earbuds .
Beoplay EX are resistant to sweat
Bose QuietComfort 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Beoplay EX 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. The Bose QuietComfort 2 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds.
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 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero which results in a reduced level of noise.
Beoplay EX have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. The Beoplay EX and Bose QuietComfort 2 operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that you prefer for travel or that enhances your relaxation time. Beoplay EX sit tightly in place, creating a sound covering that tones down background sounds well as preventing the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both Bose QuietComfort 2, and Beoplay EX have passive noise reduction which means that they limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
The Beoplay EX driver unit is 9.2mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the sound produced by the device. 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
, as many tend to believe 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean 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 device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Bose QuietComfort 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device makes high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.
Bose QuietComfort 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal treble
The Beoplay EX's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is 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
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time.
The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the manufacturer, and the Beoplay EX's case has a charge of 20 hours. A charging case with more battery hours 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 Beoplay EX by 2 hours
It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Beoplay EX'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 Beoplay EX by 0.5 hours
Beoplay EX, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the device, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad. Beoplay EX have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your device and case.
Bose QuietComfort 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. Beoplay EX support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Bose QuietComfort 2 too use 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 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,
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 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 Beoplay EX will work well with your iPad. 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 implies that both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as reducing interference from other devices. Beoplay EX have 6 microphones. Bose QuietComfort 2 microphones are 8,
more than that of Beoplay EX by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
Beoplay EX have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
Beoplay EX support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing them
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 jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic. The Beoplay EX support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.
The Beoplay EX have a multipoint of 2 connections, this 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 having to 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 coming from another device.
Beoplay EX have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too support this function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
With the Beoplay EX, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. 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.
Beoplay EX support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. Bose QuietComfort 2 too support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.
Beoplay EX come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Bose QuietComfort 2 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
