Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating 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 represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's rating is read as, the first number 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. Compared to the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, Beats Fit Pro 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 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a weight of 12.5g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.
Beats Fit Pro, at 11.2g
weigh less than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 with a difference -1.3g
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds together. Beats Fit Pro also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the two earbuds .
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 better fit.
Beats Fit Pro too have wingtips, by resting against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to match vigorous movement, wingtips come in handy for sports and other physical activities. If applied correctly, they prevent the earbuds from falling off. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are resistant to sweat
Beats Fit Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Beats Fit Pro also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds. The Beats Fit Pro too have ANC which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that suits your travel or that enhances your chill time.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 stay well in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a unit size of 9.3mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size determines the loudness of the device.
Beats Fit Pro driver unit is 9.5mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 0.2mm
, 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 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
Beats Fit Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Beats Fit Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal treble
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2'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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Beats Fit Pro's battery life is
more than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's case is said to have a charge of 18 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself. Beats Fit Pro's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours,
more than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 3 hours
It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.
Beats Fit Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 1 hours
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your device and case. Beats Fit Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Beats Fit Pro too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Beats Fit Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5,
older than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
Beats Fit Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support AAC, a codec that is 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 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 will work fine with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Beats Fit Pro 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 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 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 have 8 microphones.
Beats Fit Pro microphones are 6,
less than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Beats Fit Pro too use a noise-canceling microphone.
This is useful in noisy environments. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them
The Beats Fit Pro 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 jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 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.
Beats Fit Pro support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support the find earbuds feature. The Beats Fit Pro too have the find earbuds feature.
You can use the device app on your phone to play an alarm from your earbuds to locate them. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
The Beats Fit Pro too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Beats Fit Pro support multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
. Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another connected device.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Beats Fit Pro also have this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.
With the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Beats Fit Pro too have a control panel on them. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The Beats Fit Pro too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 come with a special case.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Beats Fit Pro also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
