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The short answer · Balanced overview
Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) leads the Balanced Bettr Score 68.6–59.1. The existing category models use the available evidence automatically; open the score details for sources and coverage.
Beats
Begin with the exact Beats model and listed feature set. Compare the sourced fit, connection, and battery details before deciding what the name adds to your shortlist. The sourced feature set includes active noise cancellation.
Bettr Score · Balanced
59.1/100
Bose
The generation matters as much as the QuietComfort name. Use this exact model’s features and connections without borrowing the Ultra model’s test results. The sourced feature set includes active noise cancellation, wired playback and USB-C audio.
Bettr Score · Balanced
68.6/100
The sourced facts below explain each product’s features. Bettr Scores use the existing category models and available evidence automatically. Reference prices are not live checkout prices.
| Beats 360 | Specification | Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
$349.99 ✓ Winner | Reference price (USD) | $359.00 |
over-ear | Form factorTie | over-ear |
32 hours ✓ Winner | Maximum battery life | 24 hours |
32 hours ✓ Winner | Battery life with ANC | 24 hours |
Yes | Active noise cancellationTie | Yes |
Yes | Transparency / ambient modeTie | Yes |
10.39 oz | Weight | 8.11 oz ✓ Winner |
5.3 | Bluetooth version | 5.4 ✓ Winner |
Not verified | Bluetooth multipointNot enough data | Yes |
No | Wired audio | Yes ✓ Winner |
No | USB-C audio | Yes ✓ Winner |
Not verified | Full charge timeNot enough data | 3 hours |
Yes | Spatial audioTie | Yes |
IPX4 | Water resistanceNot enough data | Not verified |
Not verified | FoldableNot enough data | Not verified |
Yes | Carrying case includedTie | Yes |
Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) leads the Balanced Bettr Score.
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