A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Jabra Evolve2 Buds IP54

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II IPX4

Ingress protection ratings is the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IP54, the Jabra Evolve2 Buds's rating is read as, the first value of 5 denotes 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 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 Jabra Evolve2 Buds, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a rating of IPX4 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 10.8g

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 12.5g

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a weight of 10.8g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II, at 12.5g are heavier than the Jabra Evolve2 Buds with a difference of 1.7g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Jabra Evolve2 Buds are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✗

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.

Sweat Resistance

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Evolve2 Buds are resistant to sweat

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have stereo speakers, what this means is that Jabra Evolve2 Buds's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

ANC uses advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero which results in a reduced level of noise.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too have Active Noise Cancellation making both earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Evolve2 Buds sit tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces background noise well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.

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

Driver Unit Size

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 6mm

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 9.3mm

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a unit size of 6mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the loudness of the earbuds.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 3.3mm , 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 it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20Hz

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 20Hz

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component produces low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20000Hz

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 20000Hz

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device produces high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 10hours

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 6hours

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's battery life is 10 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's battery life is less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 4 hours . Each 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.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 21hours

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 18hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Jabra Evolve2 Buds's case has a full charge of 21 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours, less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 3 hours

Charge Time

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2hours

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 2hours

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Jabra Evolve2 Buds's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the Jabra Evolve2 Buds

Has Wireless Charging

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your device and charging case.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Jabra Evolve2 Buds v5.2

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II v5.3

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20meters

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 10meters

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a 20meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a maximum range of 10meters, less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 10meters

Has Aac

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Evolve2 Buds support AAC, a codec that is 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 a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Jabra Evolve2 Buds will work fine with your iPhone. If you intend 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.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✗

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

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

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 6only

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 8only

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have 6 microphones.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II microphones are 8, more than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.

Highest Mic Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 8000Hz

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest mic frequency is 8000Hz, high frequencies are better for picking up treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is known as its upper limiting frequency.

Lowest Mic Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 80Hz

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✗

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest mic frequency is 80Hz, low frequencies are best for picking up bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Evolve2 Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 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

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a find earbuds feature.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too have the find earbuds feature. Use the device app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2only

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 2only

Jabra Evolve2 Buds support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Jabra Evolve2 Buds . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another device.

Has A Mute Function

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too support this function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2Years

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✗

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a casing may easily damage them.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Jabra Evolve2 Buds	Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP54	IPX4
	weight	10.8g	12.5g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✗	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	6mm	9.3mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20000Hz	20000Hz
POWER	battery life	10hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	21hours	18hours
	charge time	2hours	2hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.3
	maximum bluetooth range	20meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✗	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	8only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	highest mic frequency	8000Hz	✗
	lowest mic frequency	80Hz	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2Years	✗
	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

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

Lowest 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

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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