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The short answer · Balanced overview
Focal Bathys MG leads the Balanced Bettr Score 73.7–68.6. The existing category models use the available evidence automatically; open the score details for sources and coverage.
Focal
Keep the MG model distinct from other Bathys versions. Explore its sourced connections and listening features without treating the premium position as a test result. The sourced feature set includes active noise cancellation, wired playback and USB-C audio.
Bettr Score · Balanced
73.7/100
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.
| Focal Bathys MG | Specification | Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
Not verified | Reference price (USD)Not enough data | $359.00 |
over-ear | Form factorTie | over-ear |
42 hours ✓ Winner | Maximum battery life | 24 hours |
30 hours ✓ Winner | Battery life with ANC | 24 hours |
Yes | Active noise cancellationTie | Yes |
Yes | Transparency / ambient modeTie | Yes |
12.35 oz | Weight | 8.11 oz ✓ Winner |
5.2 | Bluetooth version | 5.4 ✓ Winner |
Yes | Bluetooth multipointTie | Yes |
Yes | Wired audioTie | Yes |
Yes | USB-C audioTie | Yes |
1.5 hours ✓ Winner | Full charge time | 3 hours |
Not verified | Spatial audioNot enough data | Yes |
Not verified | Water resistanceNot enough data | Not verified |
Not verified | FoldableNot enough data | Not verified |
Yes | Carrying case includedTie | Yes |
Focal Bathys MG leads the Balanced Bettr Score.
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