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Top PickUnder $179CustomTune technology automatically personalizes noise cancellation and sound performance to fit your ears. World-class Bose quietness and natural transparency mode.
CustomTune audio calibration tunes sound specifically to your ear canal
Top-tier call quality with 4 noise-rejecting microphones per earbud
Bose Fit Kit includes 3 sizes of stability bands and eartips
Aware Mode with ActiveSense dampens loud outdoor noises smoothly
| Battery Life | 6h Earbuds / 24h Total Case |
|---|---|
| Noise Cancelling | CustomTune Adaptive ANC |
| Audio Codec | AAC, SBC |
| Water Rating | IPX4 Water Resistant |
| Microphones | 8 Total Beamforming Microphones |
| Charging | USB-C Fast Charging (20 min = 2 hrs) |
If call quality and voice clarity during meetings are your top priorities, the Bose QC Earbuds II are outstanding under $200. CustomTune technology ensures an airtight seal and effortless ANC.
Marcus Vance
Lead Tech & Audio Analyst
Specialty: Wireless Audio, Smart Wearables & Headphones
Industry-leading noise cancellation with two proprietary processors and dual feedback microphones. Designed for astonishing sound quality with High-Resolution Audio and Dynamic Driver X.
Industry-leading noise cancellation with Dual Noise Sensor technology. Next-level music with Edge-AI, co-developed with Sony Music Studios Tokyo. Up to 30-hour battery life with quick charging.
Reduce noise by up to 98.5% with advanced Adaptive ANC 2.0. High-res audio certification with LDAC, 11mm custom drivers, and 50 hours of total playtime with fast-charging case.
