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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize comfort and noise isolation, especially for long flights, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds are an excellent choice as they score higher in these aspects and have a feature for active noise cancelling. On the other hand, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ are suitable if you are looking for a pair of earbuds with better build quality and more customization options through an app, while also providing satisfying performance for calls and meetings. Both offer active noise cancelling, but for active exercise, Bose might be more secure due to the inclusion of silicone fins for a better fit. Neither are optimal for gaming due to latency concerns, but for TV and video, the Bang & Olufsen may offer a slightly more favorable experience. Keep in mind the Bose earbuds have slightly longer battery life and both do support wireless charging. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds
- Good for music
- Best in class for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Gaming
8.4
5.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for gaming, while the Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds is poor.
Phone Calls
7.2
6.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for phone calls, while the Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.8
9.5
The Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds is best in class for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good.
TV and Video
7.8
6.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for TV and video, while the Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds is only fair.
Noise Reduction
7.0
9.1
The Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds is excellent for noise reduction, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good.
Cost
$176
$199
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has a price of $176 and the Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds costs $199.
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Key similarities
Music
6.8
7.1
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds to be good for music, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is only fair.
Battery
6.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds has 7 hours of battery life.
Build Quality
8.9
8.9
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds both have very good build quality.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and the Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ | Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$176 | $199 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Bose | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | October 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.9/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.2/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.4/10 | 6.8/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.1 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 20 | 18 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 5.4/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.9/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8 Grams | 8.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
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PC Mag
Tim Gideon | March 2022
"Bang & Olufsen’s audio products prioritize style and function just as much as sound quality. The company’s latest Beoplay EQ noise-cancelling true wireless earphones combine strong, accurate-leaning audio with solid noise cancellation in an exceedingly classy design."
Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds
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Lily Katz | March 2023
"The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds is a great do-it-all option for anyone, so long as you can afford it. This is a great alternative to the Apple AirPods Pro and Sony WF-1000XM4. You can choose the degree of noise canceling, and enjoy premium features like automatic ear-detection. These earbuds merit an IPX4 rating, making them a fine workout companion."
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About Bang and Olufsen
Bang and Olufsen is an almost century-old electronic goods manufacturer based in Denmark with a very special focus on design. Peter Bang and Svend Olufsen created the first AC radio in 1925 and went on to develop televisions, telephones and, of course, headphones and loudspeakers. Today, they are partnered with several companies, like Audi, BMW and Aston Martin, to provide very high-quality audio solutions.
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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