Head to Head Comparison

Sony WH-1000XM6

Sony WH-1000XM6

sony

91
Nerd Score
20 reviews
$459
VS
+0
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)

bose

90
Nerd Score
20 reviews
$299

Razor-Thin Margin

The Sony WH-1000XM6 barely edges out the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) by just 0 points (91 vs 90). With such a slim margin across 40 reviews, both are excellent choices.

💡 Our Take: This is essentially a toss-up. Consider price, ecosystem compatibility, and specific features.
✓ Sony WH-1000XM6 scores 0 points higher ✓ 10 publications reviewed both ✓ Based on 40 expert reviews

10 reviewers evaluated both products, providing solid comparative data.

📈 Score Breakdown by Publication

PublicationSony WH-1000XM6Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Android Central 90 90
Engadget 98 88
Gizmodo 90 80
Lifehacker 90 90
Mark Ellis Reviews 90 90
PCMag 90 90
Stuff 100 100
TechRadar 90 100
Wired 90 90
Androidpolice 80
Appleinsider 90
CNET 93
Digital Trends 90
DigitalTrends 90
Expert Reviews 100
Gadgets360 90
Headphonecheck 90
Mashable 82
PhoneArena 90
Recording Now 90
Recordingnow 86
Rtings 95
Soundguys 83
Sounds Guys 78
Techlicious 90
The Verge 90
Theguardian 90
Tom's Guide 80
Trusted Reviews 100
What Hi-Fi? 100

Specifications Comparison

SpecificationSony WH-1000XM6Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Battery 30 hours with ANC on
Noise Cancelling Yes Yes
Bluetooth 5.3 5.3
Water Resistance IPX4

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