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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize top-notch noise cancellation for activities like air travel and seek exceptional comfort, the Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones are a solid choice; they also provide very good sound quality and are suitable for TV and gaming. However, they come at a premium price. The JLab Go Work Wireless, on the other hand, while more budget-friendly, provides good sound quality and exceptional mic quality, making them more suitable for calls and meetings. They don't excel in noise cancellation or sound quality for music and media compared to the Bose. Consider the JLab if cost is a concern and you need reliable headphones primarily for work-related use, otherwise, the Bose might be the better investment for a versatile listening experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones
- Very good for music
- Excellent for gaming
- Excellent for TV and video
- Best in class for air travel
Advantages of the JLab Go Work Wireless
- The JLab Go Work Wireless has no clear advantages over the Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones.
Key differences
Music
8.3
5.8
The Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones is very good for music, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Gaming
9.3
5.3
The Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones is excellent for gaming, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Phone Calls
5.3
6.3
The JLab Go Work Wireless is only fair for phone calls, while the Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.0
6.6
The JLab Go Work Wireless and Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones are both only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, though the JLab Go Work Wireless is somewhat better.
TV and Video
9.0
5.5
The Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones is excellent for TV and video, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Noise Reduction
9.1
4.6
The Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones is excellent for noise reduction, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Battery
29.0 Hours
47.0 Hours
The Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones has 29 hours of battery life. The JLab Go Work Wireless has 47 hours of battery life.
Cost
$429
$50
$0
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$200
$300
$400
The Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones has a price of $429 and the JLab Go Work Wireless costs $50.
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Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones and JLab Go Work Wireless both have excellent build quality.
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How the Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones and the JLab Go Work Wireless compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones | JLab Go Work Wireless |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$429 | $50 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bose | JLab | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2023 | May 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.3/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.3/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.3/10 | 5.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9.1/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 29 Hours | 47 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 3 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 4.6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7.4/10 | 9/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 10/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 255 Grams | 170 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Boom | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones
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Christian Thomas | January 2024
"The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones are a credible step up from previous Bose ANC headphones, and they're built to hang tough with the competition for years into the future. No waterproofing is a bit of a letdown, but these headphones have the technical chops to make most quite happy."
JLab Go Work Wireless
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Maike Paeßens | 2021
"If you are going to criticise the JLab Go Work, it would be for the cables, which are to some extent too short for their intended use, and for its rather harsh treble reproduction above moderate volume levels in music mode. However, the call quality during telephone calls and video conferences in voice mode via wireless and via cable is impeccable. This handy Bluetooth headset also scores points with its excellent battery life and support for multipoint connections."
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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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