Weight
- Sony WF-1000XM6
- About 6.5 g per earbud
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- 6.24 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
Sony WF-1000XM6 vs Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Sony WF-1000XM6
KSh 40,000Out of Stock | 02  Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
KSh 35,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Sony WF-1000XM6 has hi-res Bluetooth audio and virtual surround sound and offers wireless charging, while the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II has faster recharging (1 hour).
Connections
- Sony WF-1000XM6
- Supports AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC audio
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- Supports AAC, SBC audio
Fit
- Sony WF-1000XM6
- Noise Isolation Earbud Tips
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- Bose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L
Controls
- Sony WF-1000XM6
- Touch controls
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes
Software
- Sony WF-1000XM6
- Sony / Sound Connect
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- Works with the Bose Music app
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Sony WF-1000XM6
- LDAC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
- Wireless charging.
- Virtual surround sound.
- Newer model: released in 2026 (vs 2022).
- Supports AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC audio.
- Connects to two devices at once.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- Recharges faster: 1 hour (vs 1.5 hours).
- Supports AAC, SBC audio.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Sony WF-1000XM6 | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Noise Isolation Earbud Tips | Bose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L |
| Weight | About 6.5 g per earbud | 6.24 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Music: up to 8 hours with ANC on or 12 hours with ANC off | Up to 24 hours with the case |
| Controls | Touch controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance |
| Software | Sony / Sound Connect | Works with the Bose Music app |
| Charging time | Approximately 1.5 hours for earbuds | 1 hour earbuds, 3 hours case |
| Microphones | Built-in microphones | 4 per earbud (8 Total) |
| App support | Sony / Sound Connect | Bose Music app |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Ambient Sound Mode and Quick Attention | Aware mode with ActiveSense |
| Case features | USB-C and wireless charging, status indicator | Protective charging case |
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Detailed comparison
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Similarities
- Both are rated IPX4.
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both use In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
In summary
For most buyers the Sony WF-1000XM6 is the better buy; the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II makes sense if you want faster recharging.
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