Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods (1st generation) and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
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| Product Type | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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| Product Generation | 1st generation | - | |
| Height | 4.05 cm | - | |
| Width | 1.65 cm | - | |
| Depth | 1.8 cm | - | |
| Weight | 4 g | - | |
| Dimensions & Weight Details | Charging case: 4.43 cm x 2.13 cm x 5.35 cm / 38 g | Earbud: 1.73 cm x 2.24 cm x 3.05 cm / 6.24 g Charging case: 5.94 cm x 2.67 cm x 6.63 cm / 59.8 g |
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| Colour | - | Triple black | |
| Body Material | - | Plastic | |
| Protection | - | Sweat-resistant, IPX4, water-resistant | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 9.14 m |
| SOUND QUALITY | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Ear-bud | In-ear | |
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| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.3 | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, AAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Features | - | ActiveSense technology, Aware Mode, Quiet Mode |
| MICROPHONE | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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| Microphones Included | - | 4 |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
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| Controls | Volume, answer/end, next/previous track | Volume |
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| CABLE | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
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| Cable Type | Lightning cable - detachable | USB-C charge cable - detachable - 30.5 cm |
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| FEATURES | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
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| Features | - | Touch control | |
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| Sensors | Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer | - |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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| Battery Life | - | 6 hours | |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback: up to 6 hours Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours |
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| Charging Time | - | 1 hour | |
| Auto On/Off | Yes | - |
| OTHERS | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
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| Included Accessories | Charging case | Charging case, 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (small, medium, large), 3 pairs of stability bands (1, 2, 3), USB-C to USB-A cable (30.5 cm) | |
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| Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac | - | |
| Compliant Standards | - | IPX4 |
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