AIRPODS PRO 2 vs BOSE QUIETCOMFORT BUDS 2 (Tested and Compared!)

The new Bose Quietcomfort buds and the second gen AirPods pro both make BOLD claims about ANC, so which is actually best? I tested them head to head.
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ADDITIONAL REVIEW NOTES:
The new AirPods Pro 2 may look similar to the original AirPods Pro, but I assure you, these are a completely different experience and I am blown away by how much improvement we are seeing here. Similarly, I recently said the Bose Quietcomfort Earbuds 2 may very well be the most improved pair of earbuds this year! The original versions of these two earbuds were duking it out two years ago for the best ANC earbuds, but now with these massive improvements, it is time to compare the new AirPods Pro 2 to the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2. I promise, this is going to be interesting
ANC TEST
Bose claims to have the world's best ANC
AirPods claim to be 2x better than the previous ANC they had
These are both insanely good!
Bose has 11 levels between transparency and ANC but can never turn off
AirPods only have ANC/off/Transparency
Both have adaptive transparency with dB threshold
Makes these something you could perhaps wear at a concert to protect your ears
You’re going to hear different and conflicting analyses between these earbuds, so I want to quantify it for you and remove any doubt.
Airplane on speaker - vol 35 on Bose vs 27 on AirPods
Air conditioner test - disappears completely with airpods, can still hear it with bose like a gentle hum
Female voice test - could not hear until volume 16, airpods = 13
Wind test - both are about the same. Most angles are find, but a stiff breeze head on is definitely very audible
Airpods are better at achieving complete silence, but Bose is better at muting loud sounds. AirPods perform better up to around 52dB, but above that and especially above 55dB, the Bose earbuds perform better.
Transparency is really good on both of them. Undoubtedly two industry leaders, but Bose are a little hissier - otherwise super accurate
With music playing, Bose sounds like the music is playing in the room and not your ears - amazing!
MIC TEST
AUDIO QUALITY
Both just SBC & AAC codecs
Bose have warm and capable bass and you can really hear the music in a natural balance, or adjust via the EQ in the app. Great dynamic sound with thumpy bass, a realistic sound to live recordings, and an accurate sound for studio recordings. As I mentioned originally, they are slightly less detailed than something like the Sennheisers or B&O EX
AirPods have volume adjusted tuning for a great balance at any volume
Bose has more bass and especially powerful subbass which contributes to the more powerful ANC, AirPods have more clarity
Bose has a very wide soundstage. Fills the room in aware mode
It really comes down to preference. You can’t go wrong with either of them
FEATURES
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SPEAKER TEST (on case)
Bose works well with android or apple
Both have mono mode
Neither has multipoint, but AirPods sort of do for apple products only, Bose has app switching
Tap and swipe controls vs Pinch and swipe
EarScan for 360 audio in AirPods
Bose plays calibration sound for each ear
Bose has “modes”
DESIGN
Bose case has no wireless charging
AirPods case can charge qi, magsafe, apple watch, or lightning
Bose battery = 6/24hrs
AirPods battery = 6/30hrs
AirPods are smaller with smaller case
AirPods have lanyard hook
Both are comfortable, and both eventually fall out of my left ear
Bose has wing tip, so more secure
AirPods are smaller though and have an XS tip added this time
AirPods have skin detection
PRICE
Links below! $250 vs $300t
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0:58 Noise Cancellation Discussion 3:02 Noise Cancellation Testing 5:09 Noise Cancellation TL;DW Results 6:15 Microphone Test 6:40 Audio Quality 8:27 Features/Case Discussion 11:09 Design 12:44 Pricing/Final Thoughts

[@theyojo1656]

Thank you for being amazing

[@unoriginalyoutubename8761]

Godsend 🙏

[@onurdegirmencitv]

You the mvp, Redeem

[@InternetDisplayofPower]

You deserve the revenue from this channel. I hate videos without timestamps.

[@Redeem_Honor]

@@InternetDisplayofPower sometimes he does it, sometimes he doesn't. Since I don't care for Apple, this video was more for my entertainment but I figured I'd help y'all out 😂

[@midknight1978]

Great review and happy to have subbed. I recently got my QC2 and it feels much better than the previous model. As an airline pilot, i usually do walkarounds with a very loud surrounding. ANC worked extremely well and what surprised me is that while talking to my wife during the walkaround, she wasnt listening to the loud machines around me at all. Not to mention the new light weight design which made it less heavy on my ears. All in all i highly recommended it

[@minecraftwtihclay]

This the review I needed. Also airline pilot haha.

[@syedsyareef91]

nice review capt. aircraft engineer here😅🤘🏼

[@oliverpavic275]

hello, which ones cancel noise best while in a room with outside dog barking? thanks

[@fernandodaniel1189]

Same lol

[@airbornepotato]

i am trying to get one for dh

[@rono33]

So I ordered both. Tested AirPods Pro 2 and Bose QC2 couple weeks daily now. Literally swapping each headset back and forth in real time in different environments doing calls, music, driving etc coffee shop, loud traffic, gym noise working out etc. BOSE no question leads in noise suppression over all competition including vs Apple pro 2. If your highest priority is best ANC, go BOSE. But After going back-and-forth with both headsets in real time though, imo, Apple is decent at ANC but equal or better in all other feature sets. Ease of pairing, multiple devices, ease of use without digging into separate Bose app, smaller case, better battery, better Siri compatibility, slightly better voice call quality. And, Apple slightly more comfy vs Bose if wearing for hours. And, my ears have issues holding ANY earbuds brand in place without coming loose. I have ALL AirPod models plus others. Bose definitely won’t fall out if you have problematic ears, you literally have to PULL them out lol. And relatively comfy for up to an hour. The Apple pro 2 isn’t as fail proof but stays put stable enough. Overall specs winner: Apple. And I graded the music & movie sound quality carefully, a virtual tie. (And that’s actually considering I was hoping that Bose would be better.) So my testing is done. The BOSE are excellent. But so are Apple pro 2’s for daily living and overall different situations usage, I’m keeping the Apples and returning the Bose. They are a close 2nd but less convenient and cost more.

[@Real_Pou1et]

Ive gotta say. The ANC in Apples part is very sufficient. If you start audio playback, there probably wont be anything left to hear. Except you only listen at 5-10% volume.

[@debschurby1574]

Thanks for your comments! I’m sending my new Bosebuds back as well.

[@dagmarreyes7570]

I personally went the other way, I returned the AirPods Pro 2 back and kept the Bose. Sturdiness is my main priority, especially because AirPods Pro tend to slip when working out. Also, I already own the gen 1 so I use them for daily use, and then for workouts I use Bose.

[@rono33]

@@dagmarreyes7570 I def see that. The Bose DONT slip out and have a better airtight seal. I have gen 1 also, they’re nearly as good as the gen 2. I was on the fence about returning the Bose. They really stay put and sound great. Just the iOS feature set for the AirPods like hey siri, or replying to SMS verbally and voice announcements alerts all of which Bose won’t do. I’m nit picking but that tipped the scales for me. Bose rock for ANC and sturdiness. In the gym nothing is better.

[@legendcolt45]

man how much side money you have to buy all of these earbuds

[@wbcvisions7489]

Bose is a MUCH better choice for me. I’ve been fighting my AirPod Pros for 2 years now. In ANC mode, my right ear Bud will eventually go out causing a rattle noise that gets really annoying. It’s almost like the driver is blown and you get this really bad rattle. I’ve replaced the right ear Bud TWICE now and the 3rd one just did it again. Let me say that I take VERY good care of my headphones, I have cases for them and I have several pairs of different brands ranging from Soundcore, beats, Jaybirds and a few other leading brands so this issue isn’t from misuse. I’m just simply DONE with Apple AirPods man. Bose QC2 for the win.

[@joethetoon9286]

I’ve got this exact issue with my right airpod pro, rattling noises which is massively amplified with the anc on

[@alternatereality7713]

The best buds are the ones that you can wear comfortably and they stay in your ears.

[@karolykrausz5534]

After a VERY long search I can say those are the Bose Earbuds for me because the the earwings.

[@EverythingIsPhotogenic]

I think some of the difference in quiet rooms is ear geometry. My Bose QC buds completely block out my AC 4 feet away with no music, but if I don't have a great seal in my ears, I can detect some hum. I have a smaller ear size which helps with the passive NC that supports the ANC. I really think the noise canceling on the Bose is just destroying the competition right now... But I am less than thrilled with some of the feature tradeoffs at the $300 price point.

[@twbuddha]

I have the new Bose QC 2's and the APP 2's... and have been testing them out. I'll say this... Apple made great improvements on their ANC. They also seem to have improved their multipoint connectivity (though maybe I just didn't notice it as much before... since I avoided using them). The APP's always did a good job of finding them, but now it's practically effortless. Crude example: If I'm listening to Spotify on my iPad/Mac and then rush to the bathroom (bad burrito), it immediately switches over to my iPhone (without me doing anything). Same with Apple TV. The second you switch to a new Apple device, it knows... and either asks you ("Hey, bro...") or does it for you. Again, it's probably always been like that... but I'm noticing it now. I go back and forth over which SOUNDS better. Love the bass on the Bose, but... the APP 2's also sound really nice (a bit... clearer; note: Bose lets you customize the sound, so... Apple can't really compete with that). Where I thought Spatial was gimmicky before, I now feel that... some songs actually sound richer and more 3-dimensional with the APP 2's... though I still hate having to keep my head focused straight (WTF; not something that interests me). As for how they look... oh, the Bose are much cooler (I've always thought the APP's were a little douchey). I also think the touch controls on the Bose QC 2's are much easier (the pinching and grabbing on the APP 2's can be a bit annoying). I don't know. I need to test them out in real-world conditions (loud restaurant, kids). I'm torn at the moment, though. Here's my breakdown (again... so far): Best ANC: Bose (the APP 2's are close, but Bose shuts EVERYTHING out) Best Sonic Footprint: They're split evenly right now. I like the bass on the Bose, but the APP 2's are clean/clear. Best Fit: Different for everyone, but for me... Bose (I don't have to fuck with them; they just... fit) Best Look: Subjective, but I think the Bose look pretty damn cool (and the APP 2's still look silly) Best Charging/Case: APP 2's (smaller case; wireless charging is a plus, though I can live without it) Best Multipoint Connectivity: APP 2's (assuming you're an Apple user; it's all manual with Bose) Best Touch Controls: Bose (I also like that I can create a "Music" mode where it's set halfway between ANC & transparent) Best App: Bose is the only one with an app... but you do need to open the app (whereas APP 2 assistance is baked in if you have an iPhone) Best Price Point: Well... the APP 2's are cheaper I should point out that the Bose are a bit harder to get out of the case. Oh... side note. I read a comment once about how the APPs (either version) have an "Off" mode... and Bose doesn't ("BAM! TAKE THAT, Bose!!!"). Yeah... so? I have two primary modes when it comes to headphones (earbuds or over ear): listening to something and not listening to something. If I'm NOT listening to something, guess what I'm not going to be using? Bingo. So I've never, personally, seen a reason for an "Off" mode... unless, maybe... you accidentally dipped them in super glue and can't get them out (where maybe that's how you'll go through life now... with earbuds permanently attached to your head). That, or maybe some pickpocket took off with your case. You reach down into your sling bag/purse, but realize it's gone... along with the condoms and breath mints. Those were really good mints, too. What a shitty day now. Which one am I leaning toward? Again, I'm torn. I prefer Bose headphones, in general. I don't really care about wireless charging... provided the battery life is good... and both cases last for days (besides, I rarely use earbuds for an extended period of time; if I'm on a plane, I go with my all-time favorites... the wired Bose QC 20's; they have great ANC and soft tips that don't feel heavy after hours of use). Going back to these new models... I have a feeling Bose will win out if only because the touch controls are better (for me), you can create custom listening modes, and they have the best ANC (and I am extremely noise sensitive). You can't really go wrong with either of them, though (or the Sony's). It just depends on what matters most.

[@bensahomie9666]

Very helpful, thanks!!

[@juliuscalisthenics1168]

Thx man. Would you say that the bose is better for like workouts?

[@twbuddha]

@@juliuscalisthenics1168 I'd say it depends most on fit (whichever ones stay in best), but... the QC's are sweat and water resistant. I don't think the APP 2's are, though (but I'm sure they're perfectly fine for a workout). Unless you're drenched in sweat, you'll be fine.

[@twbuddha]

@@bensahomie9666 No problem. Happy to help.

[@PatrickThomasBrady]

@@juliuscalisthenics1168 both are IPX4 rated water and sweat resistant, so there no difference from that standpoint

[@dgutie8]

I just received my QC II’s, phenomenal! Noise cancellation is great, fit is great and so comfortable in my ears! Love them!

[@jdoejsowoshhrbixjwjsidneiso727]

this is exaclty what I needed - drowning out my wife

[@VE17OM]

Apple killed it on the phone call that right there sold it for me.

[@AshishDesai444]

2:05 lol love the apple sticker on z fold 😂

[@shaneconway1993]

The BOSE look so much better. The black is so cool. But I'm in the Apple eco system and I really value being able to connect across my devices seamlessly when wearing my AirPods. Come on Apple - just make the AirPods in black!

[@graxburg4412]

Silicone case?

[@isaacfergen2116]

I agree! The only reason I'm still on the fence about this is the looks and I'm a huge bass guy so I really don't know.

[@JCollaseum]

Exactly. I hate the white

[@disusernamebevalid]

Instructions unclear. I am at volume 16 and can still hear my wife talking. Is there any recommendations for that ?

[@bibob56]

Is IT just me but who buys noise cancelling headphones and complain about they remove to much noise..ooo my .

[@rasputinpootin]

Don’t tell me what you’re going to show and just show it for gods sake! I read the title so I know it is a comparison video, get to the point!

[@melodicfate5097]

Wow, the mic sounded so much better on the AirPods. The Bose weren't as clear, and there was an odd echo. Thanks for this review.

[@billybrown5941]

I think you need to watch and listen to the vids again? Lol the AirPod pro 2 you can heard it slightly louder but echoing. Bose is less echoing and more clear

[@SohailJafar1]

@@billybrown5941 To be very honest, the AirPods Pro 2 was much clearer

[@adrianquan]

Agreed-the AirPods sounded a lot more natural. The Bose sounded like he was in an underground parking garage.

[@youngjacuzzi3676]

@@billybrown5941 if ur biased just say that lmao

[@mr.6934]

@@billybrown5941 Bro did you just watch another video? There are worlds between the two videos we say. The air pods sounded super clear and they even cancelled the noices from the traffic. The Bose quality sounded like I am talking to a friend while hiking on a hill with hardcore wind whistling

[@SrchangwaytogoC]

4:45 It actually blocks female high pitch voices?? Dude, this is gold. We gonna get back those 5 more years of lifespan!

[@stephanem5125]

Haha my wife wasn’t impressed 😅

[@shukailin8233]

LOL THIS IS SOME OF THE FUNNIEST COMMENT, HAHAHAHAHA

[@66skate]

That is the most true comment in the whole review.

[@richoneill5619]

I just returned my AirPod Pro II’s and bought the new Bose QC II’s and I absolutely love them. The ANC is better on Bose. They fit way better in my ear and do not fall out in my ear. The only downside is that the case doesn’t have wireless charging but not really a big deal. I bought these to listen to music and they sound fantastic

[@simonscott3733]

The Apple AirPod Pro 2 were superior for phone calls, a very important feature for me. Thanks for a great, balanced, review.

[@pmomalley]

Yep. I got the Bose and it’s pretty lousy for phone calls. The incoming is crystal clear but the outgoing is actually bad.

[@TexasTint_Pro]

That’s my concern I think there is nothing like apple to answer phone calls over all if isn’t apple won’t work same as the other brands for what u need

[@chiefsguy7236]

@@pmomalley apple overrated

[@jimherold7827]

Kinda weird to me how all of these gimmick features take precedence to the actual sound quality in every review I've seen so far.

[@eddieyakin5528]

Because they’re wireless ANC earbuds. The most important thing isn’t sound quality. If it was then everybody would be buying $100 wired IEMS and those blow away wireless earbuds.

[@jimherold7827]

​@@eddieyakin5528 Bluetooth earbuds have been around for a long time now. I have $600 wired Westones, and I would still prefer a solution that is bluetooth. I love my Westones, but for working out, having a wire constantly dangling is an issue. I understand that it will not be as good as wired, but with the advances in bluetooth technology and lossless streaming, I would expect there to be decent offerings by now.

[@hazemfive]

With all my respect, they are not both industry leaders. Yes Apple, Samsung, Huawei and other phones manufacturers might doing good job with earbuds industry but they are not the leaders for sure, even if they sell huge units, that doesn't means they are that good, it might means consumers/users are not mature enough with the earbuds industry and lot of them they are just a fan for the phone manufacturer. If you wanat the best audio quality, heritage, history and a famous name in this industry, then stick to audio companies, for example Bose, B&O, B&W, Sennheiser, KEF, Technicas, Marshall, Sony, Klipsch...etc, these are the names you should trust and buy. If Apple, Samsung, Huawei are great audio systems then why high end luxury/super sport cars not trusting them?! I use to work for Aston Martin, Bentley, Lamborghini, Ferrari and we can not see apple or samssung audio system speakers inside them, even in home theater system we don't see apple. So if you are looking for an audio thing just go to those who have history in it, otherwise its like you go to a famous Italian restaurant ordering sushi or burger 😏.

[@MrHarobikes]

Wondering how many guys are buying Bose for the better female voice cancellation….

[@supjay3945]

did he say bose 2 doesnt have anc off mode? you have touch and hold. different than qc earbuds 1.

[@londontadpole5064]

I upgraded from qc1 to qc2 recently, and I'm very happy with it. Especially, the ANC is way better than the 1st one, and I'm pretty sure you can't find better bluetooth earphone with a better ANC than the one from Bose. I use iphone and ipad, and macbook, but airpods still need some time to catch up the quality of the sound from other brands. Bose works great with apple products anyways, I don't worry that much.

[@thundergus]

Some people mention a white noise in the QC2. I have the QC1 and don't notice any white noise or cabin pressure feel. Do you hear any white noise, and is it loud?

[@londontadpole5064]

@@thundergus I don’t notice it that much, tbh. It is great earbuds and I jusy love the bass and the new design!!

[@vladkorotkevich332]

Do you need to switch between devices in the settings or is it seamless like in Qc 35 ?

[@oliverpavic275]

hello, which ones cancel noise best while in a room with outside dog barking? thanks

[@victorfernandes83]

@@thundergusthe white noise is how they achieved the ANC. It’s always there but it’s very quiet. You can’t hear it with music on. So if it would bother you, don’t get it. Let’s say if you wanna use them for sleep.

[@retrosai]

I have a female wife with a mid to high frequency voice, so I am gonna buy me a Bose ANC QC II for our anniversery. ✌

[@cruelladevil6666]

I have big ears and the AirPods in all their variations never stays put. I've bought the Bose ones and the fact that they're a better fit and love the base and ANC, there is just no comparison - Bose comes out tops. I have an iPhone, iPad, iMac and Macbook and love Apple but it's Bose for earphones and headphones.

[@LilRick96]

Now does phone call quality vary on apple devices vs Android devices for the Air pods? I have an S21 Ultra, my original air pod pros, the call quality was horrible, everyone can hear everything in the back ground compared to my galaxy buds.

[@the5thYearSeniors]

I have the same phone and buds. What are you talking about? I hear nothing with ANC

[@LilRick96]

@@the5thYearSeniors No, the people who I'm on the phone with can hear everything in my background. Especially at work. Even now with the Airpod pro 2. Airpods phone call quality is ass in comparison to my galaxy buds, but the ANC on the airpods? Incredible 🔥 they're my main wireless headphones. I just wish they had better call quality. Haven't tried the galaxy pro 3 yet.

[@MissouriAdventures]

Not sure why no one does a more detailed review of the microphone performance, especially in a variety of noisy environments. This is my number one concern when buying earbuds. I did appreciate how you at least included a brief example of their sound outside in front of a noisy street. The AirPods were the clear winner in your street test. Thank you.

[@hlj013]

Agreed. I have yet to find any reviewers spending much time testing the phone call background performance. This is also my biggest complaint about my 1st gen Airpods. When I am out and about (and I live in a large metro/noisy city), I cannot really speak on the phone with my airpods, because people are hearing way too much background noise which makes them useless for that purpose which is extremely frustrating for me. I use a headset in my motorcycle helmet from Sena, and when I speak on the phone, people tell me that they cannot even tell that I am riding, virtually no background/wind noise. I would like that kind of performance on my next pair of earbuds, especially at these premium prices.

[@MissouriAdventures]

@@hlj013 I drive a truck for a living. Which is too loud for crappy earbud microphones to work well. Before I was a delivery driver and could get by with cheap earbuds. I found a brand(Blitzwolf) I liked and went thru several of theirs. But now I drive full time, no delivery. So I broke down and bought a cheap headset with a microphone for $45. It works great! But gets uncomfortable after a bit. So I think after hearing how good the new AirPods are I’ll get a set of them next. Thanks for your info.

[@OrnliSyq]

Try out EBPMAM review

[@afrizallubis754]

Fully agree, cant find reviewer focused on mic test

[@mroberts4847]

Beats pro have been the best EarPods I’ve had

[@escitrus4728]

after a month of having airpod pros 2, i dont feel the noise cancellation anymore. it sucks because i thought it would be better, i mean the noise cancelling isnt as strong as they used to be after 1 month of using it.

[@sherry356]

Unless you have a weird ear shape, the AirPods aren't even in your ears properly - they are loosely sticking out and the finger tips facing outwards rather than towards your jaw.

[@grogu360]

The microphone quality on the AirPod Pro 2s are insanely good!

[@SpunkyGo0se]

Sorry but the BOSE earbuds just don't look good. It also doesn't look like you could lie on your side with your head on a pillow without it being uncomfortable.

[@marcin8112]

One day lads... one day we'll have earbuds that will let us fully cancel out women voices. No more disturbance, hearing complaints about house not being clean whilst we watch podcasts

[@mikaeldalc]

How dare you tease us with such a great idea.

[@sety409]

Hey bro, could you see how this sounds/seems sexist?

[@AznUzer]

@@sety409 they’re too far up Andrew Tate’s butthole to see.

[@hockey_hungry]

@@sety409 it's a joke. Sexism is allowed for jokes

[@knightowl7]

We can but hope

[@goodcitizen7064]

The call quality was far better on the air pods than the bose. I heard an echo with the bose.

[@bac3phi]

It depends on the device you pair with. Of course, the airpods works well with iphone. I found the Bose works better with non-apple products.

[@mattcalifornia7318]

The Bose sounded terrible on the phone call. I noticed that on another review video too. That's a deal breaker for me. I use my AirPod Pro 1's for calls and Zoom meetings all the time and they sound excellent. It's so annoying having conversations with people using bad microphones or speakerphones.

[@tilow.672]

@@mattcalifornia7318you're colleagues won't like you because the Pro 1 does have one of the worst mics from all earbuds. My colleagues and I also have the Pro 1 and they sound muffled for the other part. Even in quiet conditions they sound harsh. My boss did a zoom presentation and got 4 chat messages that his call quality was really intolerable. In a blind test I was using 3 Earbuds while cycling and my boss (apple "fanboy") voted the Airpods Pro 1 to third place.

[@mattcalifornia7318]

@@tilow.672 That's not been my experience at all. I've been using Pro 1s for years, and when I ask, people tell me the mics on the Pro1s sound great. Also, my wife and some colleagues use the Pro 1s and they do not sound muffled to me at all when I talk to them. I got the 2s last week. I'll solicit feedback on the mics.

[@buluc_itzamna4393]

Black AirPods. If only

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

Bought both. Returned Apple today. They are decent but ANC randomly kept turning off. The bose while not quite as convenient have been just great.ANC is killer.

[@oliverpavic275]

hello, which ones cancel noise best while in a room with outside dog barking? thanks

[@DEVIL_99900]

Compare with sony wf 1000 xm4

[@erik0954]

In Europe the airpods pro 2 are €299, so no difference to the QC.

[@CTOLARSSON]

Exactly the video I wanted!

[@GadZookz]

Great video, Thanks! I have the OG for both of these but won’t be getting the Bose, at least until they improve the firmware. You still can’t use one bud at a time on the new Bose which just doesn’t fly in 2022. On the other hand, the new AirPods are good to go.

[@pranav000777ful]

Everyone should mention that can’t use one bud at a time, don’t know why everyone leaves it out.

[@WormyGuyMan]

Bose have said they will update these for single earbud use on both buds

[@lifeisshrt7929]

@@WormyGuyMan the unspoken rule on tech is that nobody should be buying something that promises they’ll do something

[@WormyGuyMan]

@@lifeisshrt7929 true that. At least its not hardware restricted.

[@Youmissedthejoke26]

"I choose this because generally female voices are harder to blockout..." Bwaaaaahahahaha....This test identified the clear cut winner for me lol....I cant wait to show this to my wife....along with my brand new set of Bose Quietcomforts.

[@carlson2012abqb]

$300 and you can’t use the earbuds independently 😂😂😂

[@sety409]

Straight up offensive

[@EyeForKnowledge.]

@@sety409 Yes you can. You always could. The firmware update just makes it so you don’t have to put both in the case and then take the left one out to listen to only it.

[@joensd]

I just received today the new AirPods Pro 2. I’m blown away. I think they’re amazing. In comparison I have the previous model of the Bose quiet comfort. Also very good.

[@mingmarlama7987]

if you are blown away by the airpods pro 2 than you will be blown, thrown, overwhelmed, killed by the galaxy buds2 pro and sony xm4, even the linkbuds

[@Insanemusifan]

If the sound if the pros are good enough? I used have QC1 s now im having airpods pro gen 1 but i fear im gonna miss the bass in gen 2 and thats why im thinking on QC2

[@rachel7550]

@@mingmarlama7987 there’s an xm5? Lol exciting!!

[@Ghost-jy9hk]

@@mingmarlama7987 no I believe earbud wise we still only have the Sony xm4’s. Xm5’s won’t come out until at least next year

[@catnaptv_plushshow]

I’m using the AirPods Pro 2 now it’s the improvements are awesome and if you AirPods are messed up it’s worth an upgrade

[@Nojistic]

Any insight on which one will finally work well with Microsoft Team calls?? Particularly on a PC vs Mac?

[@Bu7asni]

‏I used both for a week and I can tell you if you are looking for a good earpods go for the QC2, if you want a good case go for the ‏AP2 PRO ‏You may be surprised because you will hear a difference in the quality of the microphone, but believe me if you hear from the AP2 Pro you will hear it from the QC2 too , and if you do not hear from the QC2 you will not be hear from the AP2 Pro ‏In the end, AP2 Pro it's very good in the eirpods and the case and the price, but in noise cancellation? It doesn't compare to the QC2, and I honestly care about noise cancellation performance and I don't care about the rest of the differences, if you are like me, looking for the best noise cancellation and u don't care about price go for QC2

[@michael_budda]

The mic definitely sounded better on the Airpods, but I mainly get these for traveling on flights, so ANC for that is #1 for me, I'd probably go with Bose then, (I have an older Quiet Comfort with dog collar, still use them and they are great!). Love the comparison videos! Keep it up! 💯

[@emanuelcarmona9930]

Thinking about getting the bose. I have the Sony m4 earbuds but they aren't comfortable. But sound amazing.

[@michael_budda]

@@emanuelcarmona9930 I don't think you'd go wrong with either, I've had great experience with Bose though and if I have to get them again, I wouldn't complain (although I just bought some pixel bud pros which handled my last flight pretty good).

[@emanuelcarmona9930]

@@michael_budda how would you rate the pixel buds pro? I had the first ones and I loved it.

[@michael_budda]

@@emanuelcarmona9930 the ANC isn’t as good as the Bose I have, however it’s still pretty good. I like that they are more compact and that they have Google assistant built in. The sound quality is fine for videos and music but not mind blowing. I did have some BT lag when gaming on my laptop but videos were playing fine so that confused me 🤷‍♂️. I didn’t really get them for gaming anyway. I’m still concerned about the fit, I’ve tried a few tips but to me they just don’t feel secure enough, however they have not fallen out. The annoying thing is they don’t have a standalone app really; the app is built into your android BT settings menu, so it’s an extra step to get to it to turn off ANC…etc. they need to make that more accessible. I haven’t had any other true wireless buds to compare to, but I like them so far, I’d say they’re pretty solid all around, the Google assistant is the main reason I’m sticking with them.

[@yuluo3043]

I have been using qc30 for 7 years, there is no doubt that the anc of qc2 is better, specifically in that it can completely eliminate the noise of the fan. But for me the qc2 is not as comfortable as the qc30, especially when sleeping. I tried to use AirPodspro2 last week, although the anc is normal but too small, it is not only easy to carry but also has wireless charging, the qc2 is still not perfect, but I waited too long for the bose.

[@techwithdadrick]

Just the video I was waiting for. Thanks!

[@MikeOBrienMedia]

It was fun to make. Which pair do you like better?

[@techwithdadrick]

@@MikeOBrienMedia I’m currently rocking the Sennheiser MTW3’s, but the tech-tation to switch is always present 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@schleprock000]

I had the first version of both of these. I finally went with the Bose because the Airbuds kept falling out of my ear and one time almost got chewed up by my garbage disposal. After that, the other details didn’t really matter.

[@xunwang3563]

Love your videos and please do a Momentum True Wireless 3 vs Airpods Pro 2 comparison!

[@unleashed_ts]

Yes I want that too

[@rolins3279]

Hey Mike, there is a channel called Critical Tech that uses your videos.

[@g1andonly1]

I have the 1st gen AirPods which I’ll keep and went with the Bose for the sound, it’s life changing.

[@robertsanchez561]

AirPods 2 are great. Test them.

[@geraldnau425]

I did the same but went Beats for the base.

[@georgepavlik9055]

I think AirPods provided a much clearer microphone while not transmitting the traffic. Bose sounded a bit muffled and you could hear the traffic in the background.

[@kevind2760]

Do you understand that volume 13 on an airpod vs volume 19 on a Bose means nothing? Zip? Nada? Second review to use this type of comparison. You need an audio engineer working there.

[@m1kavb]

Bose is such a good company. Excited

[@MikeOBrienMedia]

So much improvement over their last QC buds!

[@nathanreedy4380]

I got the QC II's & although I haven't tested them extensively yet I am satisfied with them.

[@jsfranks840]

I like both Bose and AirPods. I have the original AirPods Pro, but they won't stay in my ears, so the Bose is my go to earbuds for workouts. I've ordered both so we'll see. I suspect the Bose will stay in ear better with the different approach to fitment in the ear.

[@laxjs]

I highly recommend buying a set of comply foam ear tips for the AirPods Pro, they fixed it for me

[@TomerBenDavid]

@@laxjs once they arrive can you tell which one you like better?

[@gryytyt]

I had the same problem with my airpods pro falling off so I got ear hooks on Amazon and it's so much better now. Still I think I'll get the Bose for better sound and fit.

[@chasekang3577]

@@laxjs I got the Comply foam. They’re okay, but they deteriorate fairly quickly. I switched to a fresh pair a couple months ago and they feel very soft and squishy already versus more firm and secure the first time. I just ordered the ear hooks, hopefully that’s better. But to each his own.

[@RaC09]

@@gryytyt can you please share the ear hook link. Thanks

[@AshishDesai444]

Can you please compare both generation AirPods Pro

[@Laspatoadv]

Wait, you’re Nate’s brother?

[@Henza85]

I would love to if u could test Shure SE846 Pro Gen 2, thank you.

[@jebinc9698]

I have both and have an iPhone 14 pro. The Bose app and firmware are very buggy on the iPhone. Not impressed with the charging connection to the case. No snap in feed back. ANC and audio richness is slightly better in the Bose, but not worth what you lose Apple integration, etc. I will be returning the Bose. Definitely not worth $300 plus tax for iPhone owners. YMMV

[@rachel7550]

I felt that way when I tried out the Bose qc version 1, returned them Espec since I’m totally in the apple eco system. But not a fan or the AirPods for jogging and the beats fit pro just don’t cancel out traffic well enough so gonna try out version 2 I guess to see if worth it. I can’t focus on jogging when cars whizzing by and treadmills just suck

[@cesarpenailillo6627]

I have been a very long time of Bose product user. So, I'm not planning to change that! :) Great review you have made comparing these two products.

[@dvynhmr]

No wireless charging?? At that price...I am completely turned off by the Bose. :(

[@alexanderfrohlich142]

Bose anc better

[@DominoDonaldson]

Sooo…. Can I wear them at the shooting range? Or do I still need my ear pros?

[@tomphillips3253]

None of the noise cancelling tests anyone talked about, in clouding the reviewer, did a scientific test of noise cancelling between the AirPod 2 and the Bose. I will do that and report it here. But for now, I disagree- the AirPod 2 unscientifically reduce even loud sounds better than the Bose according to my ears and situations I’ve tested them in.

[@causeydawg]

My Pro 2 coming today. Did not like the first Bose or the AirPods Pro for that matter.

[@MikeOBrienMedia]

Lots of improvements in their second gen!

[@dgutie8]

Great review been waiting for comparisons. Although I am in the apple eco system, I can never get the AirPods to stay in my ears. I also get ear fatigue after about 20 mins with the AirPods.

[@laxjs]

Yeah I also used to get ear fatigue but it went away completely after 2 weeks. This has been the experience for a lot of people. Also I highly recommend getting a set of comply foam ear tips if your AirPods don't stay in your ear

[@lifeisshrt7929]

Try looking for 3rd party ear tips or memory foam

[@JackGraham01]

They come with different size ear tips this year

[@wbev_thai1666]

These 2nd gens will fit you , I had to use normal airpod 2nd gens because the 3rd gens and the original pro’s would not stay in my ears , just tried these new pro 2’s at the airport and they fit my ears great with the tips that came on them , I haven’t even tried the xs tips yet , I would definitely try them because I’m shocked how different they fit my ears compared to the first gens

[@3sha214]

lol “female voice harder to block out” 😂

[@mantan_rtw]

Better ANC for 55+ db and better music sound quality on Bose wins for me.

[@kinw5648]

I picked up the airpod pro 2's last night and gotta say, the transparency mode is much better than the first gen. Sounds very natural and sounds like I'm not wearing anything in my ears. So far, sounds much better than gen 1. I'm still using my over the head bose qc35s at home while airpods are for on the go, works out just fine.

[@TimWong49152]

Same here. I've used Bose going back to their wired headphones and earphones. Finally switched to the AirPod Pro 2nd Gen. They just work with everything Apple. No setup hassles. Not the best ANC but very, very good.

[@gtbigdog3507]

I’m using the new AirPods right now in transparency mode. It’s fantastic

[@rmt9321]

You've got a Samsung fold with an apple sticker on the back really that's not going to go over well

[@AN6370]

You silence the female and I’ll give you all my money.

[@MirceaLazar]

Bose qc2 is extremely glitchy and they do a really bad job with picking up the voice for calls. Sound quality though is in a clearly higher category than AirPods.

[@LanierLawnCare]

UPDATE ON BOSE JUST RELEASED 9pm cst. Sound quality is absolute garbage now

[@hspb]

How about the looks of both of them. Bose, hands down, has taken that category. air pods just look like they were an after though of a rushed design. I do like the feature of finding the case, or the ear buds themselves and hope Bose jumps on that soon as well. For me, it is Bose all the way. With Bose, you are not stuck in a eco system that doesn't work with 3rd party devices.

[@brandoncouch3162]

Apple likes to keep it simple Though. Bose to me is bulky and a little much. Not saying they are nice but I like the simple look of the AirPods.

[@gumtree7177]

Why don’t apple give it all codecs ??

[@schangoDoobie]

My iPhone stopped working with AirPods so I had to switch over to Bose.

[@Alekios]

Can you please compare these to the b&o ex

[@stoicsingh472]

I just returned my Bose qc earbuds II, got a refund and bought the earbuds.

[@gcc849]

I have been researching for ever to try and understand the answer to one question …….. Which ones are going to mute the sound of my own tools working as I speak through the EarPods The original AirPod pros are great with sound cancellation but I can’t talk to anyone through them because any noise that is made seems to be enhanced greatly through those earbuds

[@TONY-ht5tf]

Got my AirPods Pro 2 today. They still sound bad. may be slightly better than the 1st gen, but still like a trash. Comparing to my Sennheiser MW3s, the airpods are so much worse than them that it seems like you are listening to two different songs.

[@Arno641]

Are u using a IOS device or android?

[@TONY-ht5tf]

@@Arno641 iOS

[@nuranur4093]

Bose is the best! I have recently requested Bose for replacement, within a guarantee, it was incredibly easy, for free and so fast! Thank you so much!!!

[@brevenlangley5726]

If I had one in each ear, which one is gonna punch harder? Thats all I wanna know. I’ve tried the QC2, but not the airpods pro 2.

[@alakdan1964]

preferences? 2 reasons why I will pick Bose over Airpod 2. Design and color. I prefer black earbuds vs white. I don’t like Airpod design because it looks like ear wax liquid dripping out of your ear.😅 BTW, your review and comparison helps me decide to order the Bose.

[@hanschenklein7990]

Like a Tampon

[@fgabrieltomas]

Cancelling out a women's voice talking to you ain't going to happen. Just ask mu wife 🤣

[@jeffreytaylor1058]

I had both AirPods Pro 1 and Bose QC 1 and soon just purchased AirPods Pro 2 and within a few days will have Bose QC 2. For me while at work related functions I enjoy using the Airpods because the ability to read my latest text and reply to that text hands free is very convenient and you don’t give up much in sound quality. If I’m relaxing at home and want to just listen to music I always grab the Bose QC since for me personally they just make the music sound so good as if music is being played in front of you. Also when out in public I do prefer the Bose noise cancelling over AirPods since it drowns out all of the sound around you. Appreciate the video , but I’ll continue to use both of them and at least now the Bose want take up as much room in pocket carrying around.

[@YGPIC]

Gonna purchase bose qc earbuds 2. Thx for your review with such details.

[@BizJetDriver305]

Same- have both of the 1st gen and I was hoping to replace both w one of the new ones, but it seems like I’ll be buying both again 😅

[@haojia4528]

May I ask how long does the battery of AirPods Pro 1 and Bose QC 1 last after 2 years heavily using. My airpods 1 died after 2years, and AirPods Pro 1 decreased apparently after 2 years.

[@BizJetDriver305]

@@haojia4528 after about 1.5 years I haven’t noticed any difference in battery life tbh.

[@tinyfatgiant]

Hmmm, you will get a LOOOOOOOOOOOOOT more customisations with the Airpods Pro G2 on an iPhone instead of a Samsung.

[@YuvrajSingh-op4np]

Give the Bose one's away to a viewer? ( Maybe me😁 )

[@roln7s463]

Bose are 300 bucks ha. My last pair of Bose stopped charging after about a year.

[@abmulhim]

Bose looks nice in my ear and they have better ANC but AirPods mic quality is way better.

[@michael_budda]

AirPods mic definitely sounded better, but since I’m not an Apple guy, I went with Bose, I mostly use my ANC for flights anyway so that was more of a priority. The QCII were the first buds that actually stayed in my ear. I’ve tried Samsung Buds, Pixel Buds (A & Pro), Jabra, none stayed in my ear! Although the right is looser than the left, it stays secure. I can finally walk around, talk and eat without having to worry about constantly adjusting my ear buds…what a freaking relief…

[@user-yw5nr5ie9y]

Listening on the AirPods Pro 2 and he is correct about the wind and low frequency white noise 😊

[@dlfabrications]

Can someone answer this question? I want noise ear protection and listen to music. What device transmits music to earbuds? I do not have a cell phone, nor do I want one.

[@IOMTT2024]

So to block out the wife nagging me it’s Bose right?😂

[@blainegoodwin6365]

If you're unfortunate enough to have fallen victim to the Apple ecosystem gimmick, the airpods are a no brainer. The Bose however...I can't justify the price of the Bose with their obvious shortfalls. Will probably end up waiting til the pixel buds pro go on sale

[@jdb7918]

I've heard that you can only use the right earbud on the Bose if you like using one earbud at a time. Have you found this to be true?

[@MrKrampyHands]

The bose sound better for consuming media gaming music and videos sound way better on the bose and bose ANC is better IMO but call quality is a bit better on the airport but that's it for real and it's something I could care less about I'd rather have amazing sound quality and class leading ANC all day long us you get much better support with bose via the app you can't sculpt and eq your sound with airport but you sure can with the bose and it gets better with a Android device like my S24 because it has a EQ and a bunch of sound options too

[@estudiocontablegiruma8148]

You are the first to post this! I was waiting for this. Thank you!!

[@IEA_455]

Bose microphone was horrible