Beats Fit Pro vs Bose QuietComfort 35 II
The Verdict
Beats Fit Pro and Bose QuietComfort 35 II serve different use cases entirely. Beats Fit Pro are lightweight in-ear buds (5.6g each) with Apple H1 integration, 6-hour ANC battery life, and secure-fit wingtips ideal for active users and gym sessions. IPX4 water resistance adds durability. Bose QuietComfort 35 II are premium over-ear headphones delivering 20-hour wireless battery life with industry-leading ANC implementation across three adjustable levels. Their 40mm drivers provide richer sound reproduction suited for extended listening and travel. Beats excel in portability, quick charging (5 minutes for 1 hour), and Apple ecosystem integration. Bose dominate comfort for long sessions, battery endurance, and ANC quality, though Bluetooth 4.2 feels dated. For active fitness use and convenience, Beats Fit Pro wins. For all-day comfort and superior noise cancellation, Bose QuietComfort 35 II is the better choice despite higher cost.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Beats Fit Pro if…
- →Secure wingtip design stays locked in during intense workouts
- →ANC and Transparency mode work well at $179
- →Spatial Audio with head tracking for Apple Music
Buy the Bose QuietComfort 35 II if…
- →Legendary Bose noise cancellation that set the industry standard
- →Extremely comfortable for all-day wear with plush ear cushions
- →20-hour battery life is solid for travel and commuting
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Beats Fit Pro
Pros
- Secure wingtip design stays locked in during intense workouts
- ANC and Transparency mode work well at $179
- Spatial Audio with head tracking for Apple Music
- IPX4 sweat and water resistance for gym use
- Works with both iOS and Android — not Apple-exclusive
Cons
- 6-hour battery per charge is below average
- No LDAC or aptX — AAC-only Bluetooth
- H1 chip is older — missing features of newer H2 chip
- Wingtips can cause discomfort in smaller ears after hours
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Pros
- Legendary Bose noise cancellation that set the industry standard
- Extremely comfortable for all-day wear with plush ear cushions
- 20-hour battery life is solid for travel and commuting
- Dedicated Google Assistant button for quick voice commands
- Foldable design and included hard case for portability
Cons
- Bluetooth 4.2 lacks modern codecs like aptX and LDAC
- Micro-USB charging port is outdated — not USB-C
- Sound quality is beaten by newer XM4 and XM5 models
- No multipoint Bluetooth for connecting two devices simultaneously
- Plastic build shows wear over time
Full Specifications
| Spec | Beats Fit Pro | Bose QuietComfort 35 II |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancelling | ||
| Type | in-ear | over-ear |
| Weight | 5.6 g (each) | 235 g |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 6 hrs (ANC on), 24 hrs total with case | 20 hrs (wireless with ANC), 40 hrs (wired with ANC) |
| Charging | USB-C, 5-min charge for 1 hr playback | Micro-USB, 2.25 hrs for full charge, 15 min = 2.5 hrs playback |
| Drivers | Custom Beats driver | 40mm Bose custom drivers |
| Features | Secure-fit wingtips for active use, Apple H1 chip with one-touch pairing, Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode, Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, Adaptive EQ, Android and iOS compatible | Three levels of ANC (High, Low, Off), Google Assistant built-in (dedicated button), Bose AR (augmented reality) compatible, Volume-optimized EQ, Foldable design with carry case |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired option | ||
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 4.2 with NFC pairing |
| Multipoint | ||
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | None |
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