Weight
- Bose QuietComfort 45
- About 240 g
- Apple AirPods Max 2 2026
- 386.2 g
Headphones comparison
Bose QuietComfort 45 vs AirPods Max 2 2026
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Bose QuietComfort 45
KSh 45,000Out of Stock | 02  AirPods Max 2 2026
KSh 80,000Out of Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Bose QuietComfort 45 is lighter on the head, while the Apple AirPods Max 2 2026 has virtual surround sound.
Battery life
- Bose QuietComfort 45
- Up to 22 hours per charge
- Apple AirPods Max 2 2026
- Up to 20 hours per charge
Connections
- Bose QuietComfort 45
- Bluetooth 5.1 connection
- Apple AirPods Max 2 2026
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Fit
- Bose QuietComfort 45
- Cushioned over-ear earcups
- Apple AirPods Max 2 2026
- Over-ear memory-foam cushions with knit-mesh canopy
Controls
- Bose QuietComfort 45
- Physical buttons for playback, calls, volume and listening modes
- Apple AirPods Max 2 2026
- Digital Crown and listening-mode button
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Bose QuietComfort 45
- Lighter: about 240 g (vs 386.2 g).
- Connection: Bluetooth or 2.5 mm audio cable.
Apple AirPods Max 2 2026
- Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 5.1).
- Virtual surround sound.
- Newer model: released in 2026 (vs 2021).
- Connection: Bluetooth or USB-C audio.
- Supports spatial audio.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Bose QuietComfort 45 | Apple AirPods Max 2 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Cushioned over-ear earcups | Over-ear memory-foam cushions with knit-mesh canopy |
| Weight | About 240 g | 386.2 g |
| Battery life | Up to 22 hours per charge | Up to 20 hours per charge |
| Controls | Physical buttons for playback, calls, volume and listening modes | Digital Crown and listening-mode button |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Audio | Adjustable EQ | H2 chip in each ear cup |
| Charging | 15 minutes provides up to 3 hours | 5 minutes provides around 1.5 hours |
| Software | Works with the Bose Music app | Built into supported Apple operating systems |
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Detailed comparison
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Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
In summary
Get the Bose QuietComfort 45 if you want a lighter fit, or the Apple AirPods Max 2 2026 if you would rather have virtual surround sound.
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