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Bose QuietComfort SC vs JBL Tour One M2

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones

Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
  • Bluetooth 5.1.
  • Works with the Bose app.
KSh 32,000In Stock
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JBL Tour One M2

JBL Tour One M2

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • 278 g per earbud.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 31,000In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The JBL Tour One M2 is the better buy: it lasts longer between charges (up to 50 hours) and has virtual surround sound.

Connections

Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
Bluetooth 5.1 connection
JBL Tour One M2
Bluetooth 5.3 connection

Fit

Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
Protein-leather around-ear cushions
JBL Tour One M2
Cushioned ear cups

Battery life

Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
Up to 24 hours with ANC on
JBL Tour One M2
Up to 50 hours

Two devices

Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
Connects to two devices at once
JBL Tour One M2
Stays connected to two devices

Controls

Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
Action button
JBL Tour One M2
Controls on Ear Cups?

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones

  • Connects to two devices at once.

JBL Tour One M2

  • Longer rated battery life: up to 50 hours (vs 24 hours).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 5.1).
  • Virtual surround sound.
  • Lower price: KSh 31,000 (vs KSh 32,000).

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PriorityBose QuietComfort SC HeadphonesJBL Tour One M2
FitProtein-leather around-ear cushionsCushioned ear cups
Battery lifeUp to 24 hours with ANC onUp to 50 hours
Two devicesConnects to two devices at onceStays connected to two devices
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.1Bluetooth 5.3
Charging15 minutes provides up to 4 hoursYes
SoftwareWorks with the Bose appWorks with the JBL Headphones app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationBose QuietComfort SC HeadphonesJBL Tour One M2
BrandBoseJBL
ModelQuiet Comfort SC HeadphonesTour One M2
Announced2023 (manufacturer support lists sold from 2023)2023
TypeOver-Ear Wireless HeadphonesOver-Ear Wireless Headphones

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationBose QuietComfort SC HeadphonesJBL Tour One M2
Weight—278g per earpiece

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationBose QuietComfort SC HeadphonesJBL Tour One M2
Battery LifeUp to 24 hours with ANC onUp to 50 hours; up to 30 hours with ANC on; up to 50 hours with ANC off
Fast Charging15 minutes provides up to 4 hoursYes
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Charging Time—2 hours from empty
Wireless Charging—No

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationBose QuietComfort SC HeadphonesJBL Tour One M2
ConnectionBluetooth; wired 3.5 mm to 2.5 mm audio cableBluetooth and wired 3.5 mm audio cable
Bluetooth5.1Bluetooth 5.3
Bluetooth RangeUp to 9 m / 30 ft—
Multipoint ConnectionTwo devicesYes
Connector2.5 mm headphone input; 3.5 mm source plug3.5 mm audio cable
App SupportBose appJBL Headphones app
Cable Length—No audio cable

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationBose QuietComfort SC HeadphonesJBL Tour One M2
Voice AssistantConnected smartphone assistantConnected-device voice assistant; configurable through JBL Headphones app
Special FeaturesFoldable design; soft carrying case; customizable Quiet and Aware modesSupports Auracast, Foldable, Detachable Cable

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationBose QuietComfort SC HeadphonesJBL Tour One M2
Active Noise CancellationActive noise cancellation; Quiet Mode; Custom ModesTrue Adaptive Noise Canceling
Transparency / Ambient ModeAware ModeAmbient Aware, TalkThru
MicrophonesAdaptive microphone system for calls7 microphones
Audio FeaturesAdjustable EQ; Tri Port acoustic structureJBL Legendary Pro Audio Sound, Voice Aware
Drivers—40 mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response—10 Hz–40 kHz passive; 10 Hz–22 kHz active
Impedance—32Ω
Spatial Audio—Spatial Sound

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationBose QuietComfort SC HeadphonesJBL Tour One M2
Case TypeNot applicableNo charging case
Case Battery Life——
Case Charging——
Case Charging Port——
Case Wireless Charging——
Case Dimensions——
Case Weight——
Case Water & Dust Resistance——
Case Features——

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationBose QuietComfort SC HeadphonesJBL Tour One M2
ControlsAction button; multifunction button; volume controlsControls on Ear Cups?
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsProtein-leather around-ear cushionsCushioned ear cups

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationBose QuietComfort SC HeadphonesJBL Tour One M2
Headphones / EarbudsQuiet Comfort SC HeadphonesJBL Tour One M2 Headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableUSB-C to USB-A cableUSB Type-C charging cable
Audio Cable3.5 mm to 2.5 mm audio cable3.5 mm audio cable
Ear Tips / AccessoriesSoft carry caseCarrying Case
DocumentationSafety documentationWarranty / Warning (W / !); Quick Start Guide / Safety Sheet (S / i)

Similarities

  • Both work with a companion app.
  • 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

The JBL Tour One M2 is the better buy for almost everyone, with longer battery life and virtual surround sound.

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