The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds are a versatile and high-quality option for anyone who can afford them. Their flat, minimalist design and excellent active noise cancelling capabilities make them a great choice for those who value both style and function. These earbuds are perfect for many situations, including daily commutes, conference calls, and workouts.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds are stylish for those seeking high-quality audio and noise-cancelling capabilities. Available in classic black or white, these earbuds have a discreet, curved design reminiscent of the popular Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700. While they are not the smallest earbuds on the market, they are still a more compact option than Bose’s original true wireless earbuds.

The earbuds come with a matte black charging case that is easy to clean and maintain. Four LEDs along the case display the remaining battery levels, and a button on the inside allows you to manually initiate pairing mode. Upon opening the case for the first time, the earbuds will automatically enter pairing mode, making it easy to get started.

With your QuietComfort Earbuds, it is recommended that you download the Bose Music app. This app allows you to switch between devices, customize the controls, create a personalized EQ, and adjust the active noise-cancelling levels. You can cycle through three favourite ANC/transparency modes by double tapping the left earbud.

That’s a long-lasting listening experience, and they do not disappoint in this regard. When tested at a constant output of 75dB with active noise cancelling enabled, these earbuds lasted for 5 hours and 29 minutes.

You can give your QuietComfort Earbuds a quick boost in a pinch by placing them in the charging case for just 15 minutes. This will provide an additional 120 minutes of playtime. If you need a full charge, you’ll need to set aside two hours for the earbuds and three hours for the charging case, which can be charged via USB-C or through a Qi wireless charging mat (depending on your specific mat’s capabilities). 

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds offer a reliable and stable wireless connection thanks to Bluetooth 5.1 technology. These earbuds can operate within a range of up to nine meters, making them an excellent choice for indoor and outdoor listening.

One of the great features of the QuietComfort Earbuds is their compatibility with two Bluetooth codecs: SBC and AAC. This means they can deliver high-quality audio to iOS and Android devices. iPhone users will particularly appreciate the ability to stream over the AAC codec, which is known for its superior sound quality. Android users may experience some streaming inconsistencies with the AAC codec, but they can switch to SBC by accessing the developer settings on their phone. 

The microphone system on the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds is satisfactory but not the best we’ve come across in a true wireless earbud. While it is undoubtedly capable of handling phone calls, there is some mild distortion present. That being said, speech intelligibility is never an issue with these earbuds, so you can expect clear and understandable audio during your calls.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds deliver exceptional sound quality with a frequency response closely following the popular consumer curve. This means that most listeners will enjoy the rich, full sound these earbuds offer. It’s worth noting that getting a good fit with the earbuds is essential for optimal sound quality, as well as the performance of the active noise cancelling feature. To help ensure a comfortable and secure fit, Bose provides three different ear tip sizes (small, medium, and large) that should accommodate a wide range of ear canals. This is important for achieving the best possible bass reproduction and noise-cancelling performance.

If you spend a lot of time commuting, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds’ active noise cancelling feature will be a game changer. These earbuds are designed to effectively reduce continuous droning sounds like a train’s hum or an engine’s roar by up to 90% of their original volume. The QuietComfort Earbuds offer a sliding scale that allows you to adjust the ANC intensity from 1-10. You can increase ambient transparency by decreasing ANC intensity.