A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II IPX4

Jabra Elite 7 Pro IP57

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means 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 Earbuds II, Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a rating of IP57 meaning 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 that of liquids is that, Jabra Elite 7 Pro has a higher liquid rating than Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II

Weight

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 12.5g

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 10.8g

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a weight of 12.5g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro, at 10.8g weigh less than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II with a difference -1.7g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .

Jabra Elite 7 Pro also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the two earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✗

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

Sweat Resistance

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are resistant to sweat

Jabra Elite 7 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have stereo speakers, what this means is that Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have stereo speakers

Waterproof Depth Rating

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✗

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 1meters

Jabra Elite 7 Pro are rated 1meters any depth more than that you are likely to lose the functionality of your device. Devices that can withstand more water pressure are better for diving.

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

ANC makes use of advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero thus "diluting" the noise.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II and Jabra Elite 7 Pro work with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that enhances your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II sit well in place, creating a sound covering that tones down background noise and also prevents the device music from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that they tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 9.3mm

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 6mm

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a unit size of 9.3mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the loudness of the device.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro driver unit is 6mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II by 3.3mm , 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 imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 20Hz

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 20Hz

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 20000Hz

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 20000Hz

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this means that both devices produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 6hours

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 9hours

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's battery life is 6 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.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro's battery life is more than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II by 3 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 18hours

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 24hours

This is given by the vendor, and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II'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 many times before recharging the case itself.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, more than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II by 6 hours

Charge Time

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 2hours

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✗

It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Has Wireless Charging

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✗

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II v5.3

Jabra Elite 7 Pro v5.2

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, older than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 10meters

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 10meters

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II

Has Aac

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✗

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 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 a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II will work well with your iPhone. If you are planning 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✗

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 8only

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 8only

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have 8 microphones.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro microphones are 8, equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II . More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the desired sound.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

Highest Mic Frequency

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✗

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 8000Hz

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest mic frequency is 8000Hz, high frequencies are best for recording treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .

Jabra Elite 7 Pro too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support the find earbuds feature.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your earbuds to locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 2only

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✗

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have the mute function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II come with their own special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing may easily damage them.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II	Jabra Elite 7 Pro
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IP57
	weight	12.5g	10.8g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✓	✗
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
	waterproof depth rating	✗	1meters
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	9.3mm	6mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20000Hz	20000Hz
POWER	battery life	6hours	9hours
	battery life of charging case	18hours	24hours
	charge time	2hours	✗
	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	8only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	highest mic frequency	✗	8000Hz
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Waterproof Depth Rating

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

Highest Mic Frequency

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

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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