Overall Score 6.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 6 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II | LG Tone Free Fit TF8 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IP67 |
weight | 12.5g | 5.7g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
is dust proof and water-resistant | ✗ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | ✗ | 6mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20000Hz | 20000Hz | |
POWER | battery life | 6hours | 10hours |
battery life of charging case | 18hours | 20hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1hours | |
battery power | ✗ | 68mAh | |
has wireless charging | ✗ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.3 | v5.3 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 8only | 6only |
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 | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. 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 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 number 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, LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a rating of IP67 meaning that
they are completely dust proof
and that of liquids is that,
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 has a higher liquid rating than Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a weight of 12.5g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8, at 5.7g
are lighter than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II with a difference -6.8g
True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds .
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds .
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II come with wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have wingtips, by resting against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to combat vigorous movement, they are best suited for sports and other physical activities. If used rightly, they prevent the earbuds from falling off.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have sweat resistance
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 are both dustproof and water-resistant.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have stereo speakers, what this means is that Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also have stereo speakers
ANC utilises more advanced technology to actively cancel noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero which results in a reduced level of noise.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have ANC which makes both devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II and LG Tone Free Fit TF8 operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your chill time.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II stay well in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background noise while preventing the device sound from leaking out .
Both LG Tone Free Fit TF8, and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 driver unit is 6mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size dictates the loudness of the device.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this implies that
both devices can generate equal treble
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's battery life is 6 hours, a device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's battery life is
more than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II by 4 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, 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.
This is given by the manufacturer, and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's case has a charge of 18 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours,
more than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II by 2 hours
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.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II by 1 hours
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's battery power is 68mAh, battery power, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your device and charging case.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3,
equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support AAC, a codec 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.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II will work well with your iPad. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 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.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have 8 microphones.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 microphones are 6,
less than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing them
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 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 still want to hear traffic.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too 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 II support the find earbuds feature.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
Also the LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only 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.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect 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.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also have a control panel on them.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a casing can easily damage them.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.