Bose SoundSport
Score: 65/100
Bose QuietComfort 45
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Bose QuietComfort 45 are over-ear wireless headphones offering industry-leading active noise cancellation and up to 22 hours of battery life with ANC on. They fall short on high-resolution Bluetooth codecs and have a heavier feel than advertised. Ideal for travelers and office workers who prioritize ANC and comfort.
Bose SoundSport Wireless earbuds provide a sweat-proof, secure fit with up to six hours of playback and Bluetooth 4.1 connectivity. They lack active noise cancellation and have a short battery life with an outdated micro-USB charger. Targeted at runners and gym-goers who need a lightweight, water-resistant earbud.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6 hours | 22 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 22.7 gbest | 444 g |
| ↓ lower better | — | 15 minutesbest |
9 m | 9.14 mbest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 6 hours | 22 hours |
Features(2) | ||
Active Noise Cancellation | false | true |
Noise Cancellation Type | Passive | Active |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 5.1 |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 22.7 g | 444 g |
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Professional reviewers rate the SoundSport Wireless as good sports headphones with above-average sound quality, a comfortable and stable fit, and reliable Bluetooth connectivity, but they criticize the short battery life, poor noise isolation, and outdated charging and Bluetooth standards compared with newer Bose offerings.
Everyday users appreciate the secure StayHear+ fit, easy pairing, balanced sound and sweat resistance, while repeatedly noting the limited 6-hour battery, lack of noise isolation, and concerns about the durability of the micro-USB charging port.
Professional reviewers commend the QC45 for its best-in-class ANC, lightweight comfort, solid build quality, and convenient USB-C charging, while noting that its sound signature is merely average and it lacks high-resolution Bluetooth codecs, keeping it a step behind the very top-tier competitors.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the headphones for being very light, comfortable for long periods, and effective at cancelling noise during travel, but they frequently mention that the packaged weight feels heavier than expected and that the audio quality is only average, with a desire for better codec support.
“Very light”
