A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II IPX4

JLab Go Air IP44

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

Having a value of IP44, the JLab Go Air's rating is read as, the first number of 4 denotes that they are protected against objects greater than 1.0mm such as wire, 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.

Compared to the JLab Go Air, 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

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 12.5g

JLab Go Air 10g

The JLab Go Air have a weight of 10g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II, at 12.5g are heavier than the JLab Go Air by of 2.5g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JLab Go Air are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the pair of earbuds .

Wingtips Included

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II come with wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Sweat Resistance

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

JLab Go Air have sweat resistance

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

JLab Go Air have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating 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)

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero therefore "diluting" the noise.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

The JLab Go Air stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✗

JLab Go Air 8mm

JLab Go Air have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound made by the earbuds.

Lowest Frequency

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 20Hz

JLab Go Air 20Hz

JLab Go Air's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through.

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

Highest Frequency

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 20000Hz

JLab Go Air 20000Hz

JLab Go Air's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

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

Sound Pressure Level

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✗

JLab Go Air 103dB/mW

SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, JLab Go Air's measurement is 103dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

Has A Neodymium Magnet

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✗

JLab Go Air ✓

JLab Go Air have neodymium magnets, if used in audio devices produce a higher sensitivity and substantial sound output while using less power. They can help produce music at quite a high sound pressure level, with the use of high magnetic flux.

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Battery Life

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 6hours

JLab Go Air 5hours

The JLab Go Air's battery life is 5 hours, a device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's battery life is more than that of JLab Go Air 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 time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 18hours

JLab Go Air 15hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and JLab Go Air's case has a charge of 15 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours, more than that of JLab Go Air by 3 hours

Charge Time

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 2hours

JLab Go Air 1.5hours

It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the JLab Go Air's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of JLab Go Air by 0.5 hours

Battery Power

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✗

JLab Go Air 43mAh

JLab Go Air's battery power is 43mAh, battery capacity, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

The JLab Go Air have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.

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

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Has Usb Type-C

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

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

Bluetooth Version

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II v5.3

JLab Go Air v5

JLab Go Air have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows 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 JLab Go Air . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 10meters

JLab Go Air 10meters

The JLab Go Air have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JLab Go Air

Has Aac

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

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 fine with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

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Number Of Microphones

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 8only

JLab Go Air 2only

The JLab Go Air have 2 microphones.

While the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II microphones are 8, more than that of JLab Go Air by 6 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the desired sound.

Mic Sensitivity

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✗

JLab Go Air -38dBV/Pa

JLab Go Air microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The extent of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the earbud microphone can recognize.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

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

Has A Mute Function

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

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

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

The JLab Go Air, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✗

JLab Go Air 2Years

JLab Go Air 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

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

JLab Go Air have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your bag without a casing may easily damage them.

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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

Sound Pressure Level

Has A Neodymium Magnet

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Battery Power

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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