Focal Bathys
Focal
75 Overall Score
vs
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Bose
87 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Focal Bathys | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.35 kg | 0.23 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | plush cushions |
| Headband | real leather and microfiber | metal |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 15 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 80 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC | BREAKTHROUGH SPATIALIZED AUDIO: Super immersive sound spatializes everything, taking the music out of your head and placing it in front of you to push the boundaries of listening. |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | two optimized noise-cancelling modes | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 0.5099999904632568 m |
| Range | 15 m★ | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 5 Hours | 15 min for 2.5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 1,060 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Alexa, Google Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Focal & Naim App | Bose app |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | Waterproof |
Pros & Cons
Focal Bathys
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong mic (78th percentile)
- Below average comfort (16th percentile)16th %ile
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (92th percentile)92th %ile
- Strong social proof (83th percentile)83th %ile
Pricing
Focal Bathys0.075score per dollar
vs
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen0.160score per dollar
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen offers 2.1x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Scores 87 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 3 of 42 specs.
