Bose QuietComfort 2
See price on AmazonOverall Score 7.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Raycon Fitness Earbuds
See price on AmazonOverall Score 7 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Bose QuietComfort 2 | Raycon Fitness Earbuds |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IPX7 |
weight | 12.5g | 141.75g | |
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 | 9.3mm | 8mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 10Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 40,000Hz | |
POWER | battery life | 6hours | 12hours |
battery life of charging case | 18hours | 44hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1hours | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.3 | v5.3 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✗ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✓ | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 8only | 4only |
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 | 2only | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | ✗ | 1Years | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX7, the Raycon Fitness Earbuds's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 7 means that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes. In comparison to the Raycon Fitness Earbuds, Bose QuietComfort 2 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
Bose QuietComfort 2 has a lower liquid rating than Raycon Fitness Earbuds
Raycon Fitness Earbuds have a weight of 141.75g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.
Bose QuietComfort 2, at 12.5g weigh less than the Raycon Fitness Earbuds by -129.25g True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Raycon Fitness Earbuds are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds together. Bose QuietComfort 2 also is true wireless since it has no cables connecting the 2 earbuds . Raycon Fitness Earbuds have sweat resistance Bose QuietComfort 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc The Raycon Fitness Earbuds are both dustproof and water-resistant.
Raycon Fitness Earbuds have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Bose QuietComfort 2 also have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation utilises advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to counter it.
In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero therefore "diluting" the noise.
Raycon Fitness Earbuds have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise. Bose QuietComfort 2 too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.
Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that suites your relaxation time. Raycon Fitness Earbuds stay well in place, creating a sound covering that tones down background noise well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. Both Bose QuietComfort 2, and Raycon Fitness Earbuds have passive noise reduction this implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.
The Raycon Fitness Earbuds 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 loudness of the device. Bose QuietComfort 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Raycon Fitness Earbuds by 1.3mm , 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. The Raycon Fitness Earbuds's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Bose QuietComfort 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
Raycon Fitness Earbuds can make sound with a juicier bass than the Bose QuietComfort 2
Raycon Fitness Earbuds's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Bose QuietComfort 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that Raycon Fitness Earbuds can produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Bose QuietComfort 2 Raycon Fitness Earbuds's battery life is 12 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is usually 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 2's battery life is less than that of Raycon Fitness Earbuds by 6 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time.
The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the manufacturer, and Raycon Fitness Earbuds's case is said to have a charge of 44 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.
Bose QuietComfort 2's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours, less than that of Raycon Fitness Earbuds by 26 hours It takes 1 hours to fully charge the Raycon Fitness Earbuds's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Bose QuietComfort 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Raycon Fitness Earbuds by 1 hours Raycon Fitness Earbuds have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case. Bose QuietComfort 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. The Raycon Fitness Earbuds have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Bose QuietComfort 2 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. Raycon Fitness Earbuds have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Bose QuietComfort 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, equal to that of the Raycon Fitness Earbuds . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Raycon Fitness Earbuds have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Bose QuietComfort 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Raycon Fitness Earbuds The Raycon Fitness Earbuds have 4 microphones.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 microphones are 8, more than that of Raycon Fitness Earbuds by 4 . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds. Raycon Fitness Earbuds have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the desired sound. The Bose QuietComfort 2 too use a noise-canceling microphone.
Especially useful in noisy environments. The Raycon Fitness Earbuds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds The Bose QuietComfort 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic. Raycon Fitness Earbuds support fast charging.
Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device. Bose QuietComfort 2 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes. Raycon Fitness Earbuds 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.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Raycon Fitness Earbuds . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another connected device. The Raycon Fitness Earbuds have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Bose QuietComfort 2 also have the mute function.
The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. With the Raycon Fitness Earbuds, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Bose QuietComfort 2 also have a control panel on them.
The Raycon Fitness Earbuds have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals. Raycon Fitness Earbuds support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device. Raycon Fitness Earbuds come with a special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a casing can easily damage them.
Bose QuietComfort 2 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.