Bose SoundSport
Score: 65/100
Sony WH-1000XM4 Black
Score: 90/100Rankings
The Sony WH-1000XM4 are premium over-ear headphones featuring industry-leading active noise cancellation and high-resolution audio via LDAC. Their bulk and premium price may deter some users. Perfect for travelers and audiophiles who value top-tier ANC and sound quality.
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 They lack active noise cancellation and have a short battery life with an outdated micro-USB charger.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 | 30 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 22.7 gbest | 254 g |
| ↓ lower better | — | 10 minutesbest |
— | 40,000 Hzbest | |
— | 40 mmbest | |
9 m | 10 mbest | |
— | 16 Ωbest | |
— | 105 dBbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 6 hours | 30 hours |
Features(2) | ||
Active Noise Cancellation | false | true |
Noise Cancellation Type | Passive | Active |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 5.0 |
Bluetooth Range (m) | 30 ft m | 10 m |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 22.7 g | 254 g |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Codecs | AAC, SBC | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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stable fit, and reliable Bluetooth connectivity, but they criticize the short battery life, poor noise isolation, and outdated charging and Bluetooth standards compared with newer Bose offerings.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 WH-1000XM4 for its industry-leading ANC, long battery life, and warm, low-distortion sound enabled by the QN1 processor, while noting the bulkier chassis and higher latency make it less suitable for gaming or ultra-portable scenarios.
Everyday users consistently praise the headphones for blocking airplane and commuter noise, lasting battery life, and comfortable all-day wear, but they frequently mention the bulkiness, occasional app connectivity issues, and a bass-heavy default sound that may need EQ tweaking.
