Bose
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II lands as a solid mid-range wireless earphone, built around 6 hours.
55/100
6 hours5.3in-ear
£185best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Active noise cancelling
- Touch controls
- Below-average ear tip sizes included
Score profile
Scored against the wireless earphones classWhere the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Design and build
Fitin-ear
Ear tip sizes included3
Sound
Active noise cancellingYes
Battery and power
Battery (earbuds)6 hours
Fast charge (5/10 min)20
Connectivity
Bluetooth version5.3
Microphone and features
Touch controlsYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowBose QuietComfort Earbuds II vs Wireless H87 Wireless Earbuds Sport
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds IIH87 Wireless Earbuds Sport
| BoseBose QuietComfort Earbuds IIThis page | WirelessH87 Wireless Earbuds Sport | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55 /100 | 55 /100 |
| Battery hours | 6 hours | 10 hoursBetter |
| Battery total | — | 50 hours |
| ANC | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| IP rating | — | IP-X7 |
| Driver | — | 14.2 mm |
Who it's for
Is the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable wireless earphone for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need reference-grade sound and features, in which case a higher-tier wireless earphone is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 55/100 against other wireless earphones, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 58.
What stands out on the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II?
Its active noise cancelling stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Philips TAT2200BK?
The Philips TAT2200BK scores 56/100 versus this one at 55/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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