Bose QuietComfort Earbuds - True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds
Score: 81/100
JBL Endurance Race 2
Score: 73/100$139.00
Rankings
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds deliver premium ANC, balanced sound and a solid 8.5-hour battery life, complemented by fast charging and multipoint connectivity. Their bulkier shape and lack of high-resolution codecs keep them from being truly flagship-level.
The JBL Endurance Race 2 is a rugged true-wireless earbud built for athletes, offering IP68 protection, 48 h total battery life and ANC with Smart Ambient, while delivering a secure Twistlock fit and multi-point Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity. Minor drawbacks include overly sensitive touch controls when wet and a case that isn't fully waterproof.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8.5 hours | 12 hoursbest | |
9 m | 10 mbest | |
— | 6.8 mmbest | |
— | 20 Hzbest | |
— | 20,000 Hzbest | |
— | 70 mAhbest | |
— | 104 dBbest | |
— | 16 Ωbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wireless Range (m) | 9 m | 10 m |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 24 months | 12 months |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 70 g | 6.4 g |
IP Rating | IPX4 | IP68 |
Ear Tip Sizes | small, medium, large | 3 sizes |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 8.5 hours | 12 hours |
Charging Port Type | USB-C | USB Type‑C |
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Professional reviewers praise the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds for their superior ANC, balanced sound, and long battery life, noting they rival Sony WF-1000XM5 in noise cancellation but fall short in codec support and spatial audio.
Users love the exceptional noise cancellation, long battery life, and secure fit, but complain about the earbuds' size, overly sensitive touch controls, and the app's usability.
“Best noise cancellation I've ever used-blocks out subway noise completely.”
“Battery lasts all day, and the case charges quickly.”
“The fit is perfect with the stability bands; they don't fall out during runs.”
Bose is better for stationary listening with premium ANC, while JBL excels for active, wet-environment scenarios.
Professional reviewers commend the Endurance Race 2 for its rugged construction, industry-leading battery endurance, and the rare combination of IP68 waterproofing with active noise cancellation in a sports earbud. They highlight the upgraded Bluetooth 5.3, multi-point pairing, and the Twistlock™ fit as premium touches that set it apart from typical workout earbuds.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the long battery life, secure fit, and bass-forward sound, noting that the earbuds stay in place during intense activity and survive rain and sweat. Common complaints revolve around overly sensitive touch controls when wet, the case's limited water resistance, and the desire for a more advanced ANC without sacrificing battery.
