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Updated April 11, 2024·
If excellent build quality and sound are top priorities, and you engage frequently in gaming or high-quality music listening, the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX might be the better choice, as they offer top-notch sound quality and a good experience for gaming due to aptX Adaptive codec support. However, if you're looking for superior noise isolation for travel or crowded places at a more affordable price, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are the better option. Bose also provides better suitability for exercise due to their sweatproof certification and stable fit, plus their earbuds detect when they're in use. Keep in mind that while the Bang and Olufsen offer a slightly longer battery life for continuous use, both charging time and additional case battery life are better on the Bose. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
Advantages of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II has no clear advantages over the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX.
Key differences
Music
7.9
7.4
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are both good for music, though the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is somewhat better.
Gaming
9.3
5.5
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is excellent for gaming, while the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II is poor.
TV and Video
8.9
6.2
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is very good for TV and video, while the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II is only fair.
Noise Reduction
8.3
9.1
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II is excellent for noise reduction, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is very good.
Cost
$399
$199
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$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has a price of $399 and the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II costs $199.
Build Quality
10.0
9.2
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has best in class build quality, while the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II has excellent build quality.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
5.3
5.1
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.1
6.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are both only fair for podcasts and audiobooks.
Battery
6.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II has 7 hours of battery life.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$399 | $199 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Bose | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | September 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.4/10 | 5.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.3/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 22 | 20 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 9.2/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 6 Grams | 7.7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX
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Leaf and Core
Danielle | January 2023
"If you’ve wanted truly wireless headphones, but couldn’t pick them up because they sound terrible, these will be the headphones that win you over. If you’re the kind of person who would consider spending $400 on headphones, these are the right truly wireless headphones for you."
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 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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