Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Ex Vs. Bose Quietcomfort Earbuds 2 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 IPX4

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX IP57

IP ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IP57, the Bang & Olufsen 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 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 has a lower liquid rating than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX

Weight

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 12.5g

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 12g

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a weight of 12g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to move with.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, at 12.5g weigh more than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX with a difference of 0.5g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Sweat Resistance

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX are resistant to sweat

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have stereo speakers, what this means is that Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

ANC utilises more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have ANC making either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX stay well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 9.3mm

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 9.2mm

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a unit size of 9.2mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size dictates the loudness of the device.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 0.1mm , 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 it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 20Hz

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20Hz

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 20,000Hz

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20,000Hz

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 6hours

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 8hours

The Bang & Olufsen 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery life is less than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 2 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 18hours

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20hours

This is given by the vendor, and the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's case has a full charge of 20 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours, less than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 2 hours

Charge Time

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 2hours

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 1.5hours

It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 0.5 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 v5.3

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX v5.2

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 10meters

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 10meters

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX

Has Aac

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support AAC, a codec that is 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.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX will work fine with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen 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 Earbuds 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.

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Number Of Microphones

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 8only

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 6only

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have 6 microphones.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 microphones are 8, more than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Also the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too 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 can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 2only

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 2only

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect 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 Earbuds 2 support multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another connected device.

Has A Mute Function

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 3Years

Bang & Olufsen 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.

Has Voice Prompts

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your bag without a cover can easily damage them.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2	Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IP57
	weight	12.5g	12g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✓	✗
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	9.3mm	9.2mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
POWER	battery life	6hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	18hours	20hours
	charge time	2hours	1.5hours
	has wireless charging	✗	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.3	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	8only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✗
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	✗	3Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Aptx Adaptive

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included