Sony WF-1000XM6
Bluetooth version: 5.3 (SBC, AAC, LDAC)
Battery life: Buds: 8hrs; total: 24hrs (with case)
Weight: 6.2g each
Finishes: x 2 (black, platinum silver)
A longer battery life, more natural-feeling noise cancellation and superior sound quality make these buds tough to beat. Though they fit less securely and their ANC isn't quite as effective as Bose.
Pros
- Wonderfully natural, musical sound
- Excellent detail and dynamics
- Superb noise cancelling
- Great call quality
Cons
- Limited eartip options
- Can take time to get right fit
- Bulky case
- No aptX
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Bluetooth: 5.3 (AAC, SBC, aptX Adaptive)
Battery life: Buds: 6hrs; total: 24hrs (with case)
Weight: 7.7g each
Finishes: x 3 (Black, White Smoke, Deep Plum)
The Bose clearly lag behind the Sony when it comes to sound quality and battery life, but they're still great at noise-cancelling, and offer a more confidence-inspiring fit.
Pros
- Weighty, full-bodied sound
- Superb noise cancelling
- Secure, comfortable design
- Excellent voice-call clarity
Cons
- Average battery life
- Sony's sound more detailed and better defined
- Only three ear-tip sizes
