Beats Studio Buds Black
Score: 76/100
Bose QuietComfort Black
Score: 79/100Rankings
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds provide adjustable ANC, IPX4 protection, and quick-charge convenience in a true-wireless design. Their modest codec support and occasional Bluetooth stability issues are drawbacks. They excel for everyday commuters and Android users prioritizing ANC.
The Beats Studio Buds are true-wireless earbuds offering active noise cancellation and an IPX4 sweat-resistant design, delivering up to 8 hours of playback with ANC and a total of 36 hours from the case. They lack wireless charging and have occasional fit issues for some users. Ideal for commuters and fitness enthusiasts who value cross-platform compatibility and compactness.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8 hours | 8.5 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 58 gbest | 69 g |
| ↓ lower better | 5 minutesbest | 15 minutes |
13 mmbest | — | |
— | 9 mbest | |
— | 1best | |
1 years | 2 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (ANC On) (hours) | 8 hours | 8.5 hours |
Quick Charge Time (minutes) | 5 minutes | 15 minutes |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
Audio(1) | ||
Noise Cancellation Type | Active Noise Cancelling | Active |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 58 g | 69 g |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 2 years |
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Professional reviewers highlight the Studio Buds + for its reengineered acoustic platform, two-layer transducers and Fast Fuel quick-charge, delivering richer bass, clearer calls and longer battery life than the original model. They also commend the IPX4 rating, cross-platform pairing and Class 1 Bluetooth range, while noting the absence of wireless charging and a lower waterproof rating compared with top competitors.
Everyday users consistently praise the earbuds for their balanced, studio-like sound, reliable Bluetooth connectivity and comfortable, secure fit during workouts. Common frustrations revolve around the need to purchase a separate USB-C charging adapter and occasional fit mismatches when eartip sizes are not ideal.
“good active noise canceling”
“water resistant build”
“natural transparency mode better than competitors like Nothing Ear 1”
Professional reviewers commend the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds for their industry-leading adjustable ANC, natural transparency mode, and bass-rich sound delivered by high-efficiency drivers and Active EQ. They also note the solid IPX4 build and quick-charge capability, while criticizing the limited codec selection, bulkier design, and occasional Bluetooth stability issues.
Everyday users rave about the powerful noise cancellation, comfortable all-day fit, and punchy bass, while repeatedly praising the quick-charge feature and sweat-resistant construction. Common complaints revolve around Bluetooth drop-outs beyond 30 feet, overly sensitive touch controls, shorter real-world battery life, and fit challenges for smaller ears.
