Battery life
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds
- Up to 31.5 hours with the case
- PS5 Pulse Explore
- Up to 15 hours with the case
Headphones comparison
Bose QuietComfort vs PlayStation PS5 Pulse Explore
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Bose QuietComfort Earbuds
KSh 24,500In Stock | 02  PS5 Pulse Explore Wireless Earbuds
KSh 23,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds if you want longer rated battery life (8.5 hours per charge), up to 31.5 hours with the charging case and adjustable active noise cancellation. Choose the PS5 Pulse Explore if you want a lighter build (6.1 g each) and a lower price (KSh 1,500 less).
Connections
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds
- Bluetooth connection
- PS5 Pulse Explore
- 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection
Noise cancellation
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds
- Noise cancellation
- PS5 Pulse Explore
- No noise cancellation
Fit
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds
- S, M and L ear tips and stability bands
- PS5 Pulse Explore
- Silicone ear tips
Weight
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds
- 10.9 g per earbud
- PS5 Pulse Explore
- 6.1 g per earbud
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds
- Rated for up to 8.5 hours per charge (vs 5).
- Rated for up to 31.5 hours in total with the charging case (vs 15).
- Adjustable active noise cancellation.
- Aware mode.
- Case wireless charging.
- Connection: Bluetooth wireless.
PS5 Pulse Explore
- Lighter: 6.1 g each (vs 10.9 g).
- Lower price: KSh 23,000 (vs KSh 24,500).
- Connection: PlayStation Link 2.4GHz and Bluetooth.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds | PS5 Pulse Explore |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | S, M and L ear tips and stability bands | Silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 10.9 g per earbud | 6.1 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 31.5 hours with the case | Up to 15 hours with the case |
| Two devices | Stays connected to two devices | Simultaneous PlayStation Link and Bluetooth audio |
| Controls | Customizable tap, swipe and hold controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | No noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | PlayStation Link 2.4GHz and Bluetooth |
| Charging port | USB-C on charging case | USB-C (case) |
| Microphones | Three microphones per earbud, six total | AI-enhanced noise-rejection microphones |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Aware mode | No |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both use In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
In summary
PS5 Pulse Explore is the lighter option to carry and costs less; Bose QuietComfort trades extra weight and cost for longer rated battery life and adjustable active noise cancellation.
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