Bose 700 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
The Verdict
Bose 700 and Galaxy Buds2 Pro serve different needs at notably different price points. The Bose delivers superior over-ear comfort with 250g weight, 20-hour battery life with ANC enabled, and an 8-microphone system that excels for calls. Its 11-level ANC adjustment and four transparency modes provide exceptional control. However, it lacks water resistance and costs $150 more. Galaxy Buds2 Pro compensates with portability, IPX7 water resistance, and dual-driver audio (10mm woofer plus 5.5mm tweeter) supporting 24-bit Hi-Fi codec. While individual bud battery is just 5 hours, the case extends total to 18 hours, and Qi wireless charging adds convenience. Bluetooth 5.3 feels more current than the Bose's 5.0. Multipoint pairing exists on Bose only, and Galaxy Buds miss wired connectivity options. Sound quality differs by preference: Bose emphasizes balanced signature; Galaxy Buds target detail-oriented listeners with Hi-Fi codec support. For all-day office use and calls, choose Bose. For gym sessions, commutes, or Samsung ecosystem users wanting better value with water resistance, Galaxy Buds2 Pro win. Budget consideration tips Galaxy Buds2 Pro slightly ahead for most buyers.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Bose 700 if…
- →Best call quality on any over-ear headphone thanks to the 8-mic system
- →Highly customizable ANC with 11 discrete levels
- →Premium stainless steel build feels genuinely luxurious
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro if…
- →Strong ANC performance that rivals leading earbuds
- →24-bit Hi-Fi audio via SSC codec when paired with Galaxy phones
- →IPX7 water resistance is among the best in class
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Bose 700
Pros
- Best call quality on any over-ear headphone thanks to the 8-mic system
- Highly customizable ANC with 11 discrete levels
- Premium stainless steel build feels genuinely luxurious
- Multipoint Bluetooth and broad voice assistant support
- Elegant, minimal design that looks great
Cons
- No aptX or LDAC — limited to AAC and SBC codecs
- 20-hour battery life is shorter than Sony and JBL rivals
- Headband can cause hotspot pressure on the top of the head
- Expensive compared to competition offering similar ANC
Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Pros
- Strong ANC performance that rivals leading earbuds
- 24-bit Hi-Fi audio via SSC codec when paired with Galaxy phones
- IPX7 water resistance is among the best in class
- Compact, comfortable fit with multiple eartip options
- 360 Audio with head tracking on Samsung devices
Cons
- Best features locked to Samsung Galaxy ecosystem
- No Bluetooth multipoint support
- 5-hour bud battery life is below average with ANC on
- SSC Hi-Fi codec does not work with non-Samsung devices
Full Specifications
| Spec | Bose 700 | Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancelling | ||
| Type | over-ear | in-ear |
| Weight | 250 g | 5.5 g (per bud) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 20 hrs (ANC on) | 5 hrs buds (ANC on), 18 hrs additional with case |
| Charging | USB-C, 15-min quick charge for 3.5 hrs playback | USB-C, Qi wireless |
| Features | 11 levels of adjustable ANC, 4 levels of Transparency (Ambient) mode, 8-microphone system for best-in-class call quality, Alexa, Google Assistant, and Bose AR built-in, Multipoint Bluetooth pairing, Stainless steel headband with fold-flat design | 360 Audio with head tracking (Galaxy phones), 24-bit Hi-Fi via Samsung Seamless Codec, Intelligent ANC with Voice Detect, Bluetooth 5.3 for stable connection, Compact ergonomic design |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired option | ||
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | SSC Hi-Fi, AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ||
| Water Resistance | None | IPX7 (buds) |
| Drivers | — | 10 mm woofer + 5.5 mm tweeter |
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