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Updated January 10, 2024·
The 7hz Timeless earbuds, despite usually costing more, do not have wireless functionality like the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II, which may be important for convenience and mobility. If superior overall sound quality and an immersive music experience are top priorities, the 7hz Timeless might appeal more to you; however, for calls and meetings, the Bose provides a better score. Those who intend to use earbuds during exercise or travel might find the sweatproof certification, active noise canceling, and higher scores for use during exercise and air travel of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II advantageous. Additionally, the Bose earbuds offer app customization features which the 7hz lacks, enhancing the user experience for those who value tailored sound settings. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 7hz Timeless
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- Very good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
8.6
7.4
The 7hz Timeless is very good for music, while the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II is good.
Gaming
6.6
5.5
The 7hz Timeless is only fair for gaming, while the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II is poor.
Phone Calls
4.3
5.1
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II and 7hz Timeless are both poor for phone calls, though the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
6.0
The 7hz Timeless and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are both only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, though the 7hz Timeless is somewhat better.
TV and Video
7.8
6.2
The 7hz Timeless is good for TV and video, while the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II is only fair.
Noise Reduction
5.3
9.1
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II is excellent for noise reduction, while the 7hz Timeless is poor.
Battery
N/A
7.0 Hours
The 7hz Timeless does not have a battery. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II has 7 hours of battery life.
Build Quality
8.5
9.2
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II has excellent build quality, while the 7hz Timeless has very good build quality.
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Cost
$200
$199
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The 7hz Timeless has a price of $200 and the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II costs $199.
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How the 7hz Timeless and the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| 7hz Timeless | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$200 | $199 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | 7hz | Bose | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | September 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 5.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 8.5/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 7 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 20 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9.2/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 7.7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Kazi Mahbub Mutakabbir | May 2023
"7Hz picked a bold name for the Timeless and frankly, got very close to justifying their word choice. Most importantly, the Timeless are good to go in stock form, so you don’t have to worry about source-matching and such. I can recommend the 7Hz Timeless to those who do not mind a dash of brightness up top, want a taste of planar in IEM form, and want one of the most resolving pair of earphones in the $150 - $300 price range."
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
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What HiFi? | September 2023
"Bose’s flagship wireless earbuds were never going to be cheap, but the question was whether they’d be competitive in an area of the market where rivals have never been more capable. The fact that the company has not only managed to implement a successful redesign, but also push the envelope for noise-cancelling and sound quality in such a highly competitive category simultaneously is truly impressive."
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About Bose
Bose is an American audio equipment manufacturer based out of Framingham, Massachusetts. Founded in 1964 by Amar Bose with the goal of creating a speaker system that could accurately recreate the sound of a concert hall, Bose has become one of the most prominent players in the modern consumer audio market due to the premium feel of their products and their wide brand recognition.
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