Bose QuietComfort 35 II vs Jabra Elite 10
The Verdict
Bose QuietComfort 35 II and Jabra Elite 10 serve different use cases despite both excelling at noise cancellation. The Bose delivers 20 hours of wireless ANC playback with 40mm drivers producing warm, comfortable audio for extended sessions, plus wired listening extends to 40 hours. Its three ANC levels provide flexible control, and the foldable over-ear design suits travel well. Google Assistant integration feels seamless here. Jabra Elite 10 flips the equation entirely: these true wireless buds offer only 6 hours per charge with ANC (8 without), but combined with the case, reach 27 hours total. The 10mm driver handles Dolby Atmos with head tracking impressively, while Bluetooth 5.3 multipoint lets you switch between two devices instantly, something Bose cannot do. Jabra's IP57 rating beats Bose's zero water resistance. Build quality differs fundamentally: over-ears excel at comfort during marathons; buds win for portability and versatility. At $299 versus $249.99, Bose justifies the premium through battery endurance and consistent, reliable ANC for all-day wear. Choose Bose for flights, commutes, or work-from-home stretches. Pick Jabra for active lifestyles, multi-device switching, and true portability. Neither is objectively better; your lifestyle determines the winner.
Who Should Buy
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
Buy the Jabra Elite 10 if…
- →Exceptionally comfortable semi-open ComfortFit design
- →Dolby Atmos with head tracking on supported content
- →Bluetooth multipoint and future-ready LE Audio
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
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- Micro-USB charging port is outdated — not USB-C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
Jabra Elite 10
Pros
- Exceptionally comfortable semi-open ComfortFit design
- Dolby Atmos with head tracking on supported content
- Bluetooth multipoint and future-ready LE Audio
- Strong call quality with 6-mic system
- IP57 dust and water resistance
Cons
- ANC is solid but not on the level of Bose or Sony
- Semi-open fit leaks more sound than fully sealed buds
- No aptX or LDAC hi-res codec support
- Case is larger than competitors
Full Specifications
| Spec | Bose QuietComfort 35 II | Jabra Elite 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancelling | ||
| Type | over-ear | in-ear |
| Weight | 235 g | 5.7 g (per bud) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 20 hrs (wireless with ANC), 40 hrs (wired with ANC) | 6 hrs buds (ANC on) / 8 hrs (ANC off), up to 27 hrs total with case |
| Charging | Micro-USB, 2.25 hrs for full charge, 15 min = 2.5 hrs playback | USB-C, Qi wireless |
| Drivers | 40mm Bose custom drivers | 10 mm dynamic driver |
| Features | 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 | Dolby Atmos with head tracking, Advanced Adaptive Hybrid ANC, ComfortFit semi-open design, Bluetooth LE Audio with Auracast (via update), Bluetooth multipoint, 6-mic call technology |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired option | ||
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | LE Audio LC3, AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 with NFC pairing | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ||
| Water Resistance | None | IP57 (buds) |
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