Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX4, the Bose QuietComfort 2's rating for solids indicates 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 Bose QuietComfort 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 2 have a weight of 12.5g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
Beats Fit Pro, at 11.2g
are lighter than the Bose QuietComfort 2 with a difference -1.3g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Bose QuietComfort 2 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds .
Beats Fit Pro also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. The Bose QuietComfort 2 come with wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.
Beats Fit Pro too have wingtips, these rest against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to match vigorous movement, wingtips are best suited for sports and other physical activities. When applied correctly, they prevent the earbuds from falling off. Bose QuietComfort 2 have sweat resistance
Beats Fit Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Bose QuietComfort 2 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Beats Fit Pro and Bose QuietComfort 2 have stereo speakers
ANC uses advanced technology to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 hence "diluting" the noise.
Bose QuietComfort 2 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds. The Beats Fit Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making both earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The Bose QuietComfort 2 and Beats Fit Pro operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that enhances your relaxation time.
Bose QuietComfort 2 stay well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that reduces background noise and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both Beats Fit Pro, and Bose QuietComfort 2 have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. Bose QuietComfort 2 have a unit size of 9.3mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound produced by the earbuds.
Beats Fit Pro driver unit is 9.5mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Bose QuietComfort 2 by 0.2mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. Bose QuietComfort 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component produces low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.
Beats Fit Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The Bose QuietComfort 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component makes high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. Beats Fit Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal treble
Bose QuietComfort 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 given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Beats Fit Pro's battery life is
more than that of Bose QuietComfort 2 by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, 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. This is given by the manufacturer, and the Bose QuietComfort 2's case is said to have a charge of 18 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours enables 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 2 by 3 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Bose QuietComfort 2's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge 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 2 by 1 hours
The Bose QuietComfort 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case. Beats Fit Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
Bose QuietComfort 2 support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Beats Fit Pro too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
Bose QuietComfort 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Beats Fit Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5,
older than that of Bose QuietComfort 2
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Bose QuietComfort 2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Beats Fit Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort 2
Bose QuietComfort 2 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since 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 2 will work well with your MacBook. If you are planning 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 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).
The Bose QuietComfort 2 have 8 microphones.
While the Beats Fit Pro microphones are 6,
less than that of Bose QuietComfort 2 by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise. The Bose QuietComfort 2 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Beats Fit Pro too use a noise-canceling microphone.
This is useful in noisy areas. Bose QuietComfort 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Beats Fit Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic. Bose QuietComfort 2 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
The Beats Fit Pro too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Bose QuietComfort 2 have a find earbuds feature. The Beats Fit Pro too have the find earbuds feature.
Simply use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to help you locate them. Bose QuietComfort 2 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.
The Beats Fit Pro 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 just thirty minutes.
Bose QuietComfort 2 support 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 having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Beats Fit Pro support multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort 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 2 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Beats Fit Pro too have this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.
The Bose QuietComfort 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. Beats Fit Pro also have a control panel on them. Bose QuietComfort 2 support voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Beats Fit Pro too support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. The Bose QuietComfort 2 come with their own special pouch.
Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your bag without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Beats Fit Pro also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
