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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize active noise cancellation and better sound quality, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II should be your choice, however, these are pricier. On the other hand, if you're looking for earbuds with a more rugged build and longer battery life that are also more wallet-friendly, then the Jaybird Vista 2 would suit you well. Keep in mind, the Bose earbuds might be better for quiet environments and deep immersion into music or calls, while the Jaybird is versatile for outdoor activities and has enough durability for rough use. Neither set should disappoint, but your usage and budget will dictate the optimal selection. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- Good for music
Advantages of the Jaybird Vista 2
- Very good for phone calls
- Best in class for exercise
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.4
6.3
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II is good for music, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is only fair.
Phone Calls
5.1
8.0
The Jaybird Vista 2 is very good for phone calls, while the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.0
9.0
The Jaybird Vista 2 is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II is only fair.
TV and Video
6.2
5.6
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II is only fair for TV and video, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is poor.
Noise Reduction
9.1
7.0
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II is excellent for noise reduction, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is good.
Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II has 7 hours of battery life. The Jaybird Vista 2 has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$199
$118
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The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II has a price of $199 and the Jaybird Vista 2 costs $118.
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Key similarities
Gaming
5.5
5.2
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II and Jaybird Vista 2 are both poor for gaming.
Build Quality
9.2
9.0
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II and Jaybird Vista 2 both have excellent build quality.
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How the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II and the Jaybird Vista 2 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II | Jaybird Vista 2 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$199 | $118 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bose | Jaybird | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2022 | June 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.4/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.2/10 | 8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.6/10 | 5.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 6.3/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 8.5/10 | 10/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 20 | 24 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9.2/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.6/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 7.7 Grams | 6.7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
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What HiFi?
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."
Jaybird Vista 2
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Chase Bernath | September 2022
"Compared to the original Vista, the Jaybird Vista 2 adds some key features including ANC and SurroundSense to control how much environmental noise you hear. If you're an athlete and are looking for rugged earbuds with tons of customization options, the Jaybird Vista 2 makes for a good option—but only if you are able to achieve a proper fit from the proprietary ear tips."
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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.
About Jaybird
Jaybird is an American headphone and activity tracker manufacturer focused on the exercise and sports market. The company was founded in 2006 by Judd Armstrong who sought for a product that was thoroughly sweatproof and that wouldn’t get in the way during physical activity. Jaybird is a part of the Swiss company Logitech International, since 2016.
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