IP ratings is the level of protection given by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX4, the Beats Studio Buds'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 Beats Studio Buds, 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
Beats Studio Buds have a weight of 5.1g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.
The Bose QuietComfort 2, at 12.5g
are heavier than the Beats Studio Buds with a difference of 7.4g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Beats Studio Buds are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds .
Bose QuietComfort 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
Beats Studio Buds have sweat resistance
Bose QuietComfort 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Beats Studio Buds have stereo speakers, what this means is that Beats Studio Buds's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Bose QuietComfort 2 also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of more advanced technology to actively counter noise.
ANC works when, 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 having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The Beats Studio Buds have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your chill time. The Beats Studio Buds sit well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down your environment sounds well as preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same.
Both Bose QuietComfort 2, and Beats Studio Buds have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. Beats Studio Buds driver unit is 8.2mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, 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 Beats Studio Buds by 1.1mm
, 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 yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. Beats Studio Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Bose QuietComfort 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
Beats Studio Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. Bose QuietComfort 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, Beats Studio Buds's measurement is 100.5dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
The Beats Studio Buds'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 commonly 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 Beats Studio Buds by 2 hours
. Every 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 vendor, and the Beats Studio Buds's case is said to have a charge of 16 hours. A charging case with more battery hours 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,
more than that of Beats Studio Buds by 2 hours
It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Beats Studio Buds's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods. Bose QuietComfort 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Beats Studio Buds by 0.5 hours
The Beats Studio Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your device and charging case. Bose QuietComfort 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. Beats Studio Buds use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Bose QuietComfort 2 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. The Beats Studio Buds have Bluetooth version of 5.2, 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,
newer than that of Beats Studio Buds
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Beats Studio Buds have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Bose QuietComfort 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Beats Studio Buds
Beats Studio Buds 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.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Beats Studio Buds will work fine with your iPad.
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.
The Beats Studio Buds have 6 microphones. The Bose QuietComfort 2 microphones are 8,
more than that of Beats Studio Buds by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The Beats Studio Buds use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the desired sound.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments. The Beats Studio Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing them
The Bose QuietComfort 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.
If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Beats Studio Buds have a find earbuds feature. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to locate them.
Beats Studio Buds support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of 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. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. Beats Studio Buds have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect 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 Beats Studio Buds
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another device. The Beats Studio Buds have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 too have the mute function. It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. With the Beats Studio Buds, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.
Bose QuietComfort 2 also have a control panel on them. The Beats Studio Buds have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. The Beats Studio Buds come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your pockets without a casing can easily damage them.
Bose QuietComfort 2 too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
