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Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) vs JBL Tour One M2: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) - Outstanding overall at around $359.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

JBL Tour One M2 leads on 4 of 7 measures.

  • Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)
  • JBL Tour One M2
HearWiki score
85
62
Sound
8.2
6.5
Noise cancelling
9.4
7.2
Battery
6.5
8.8
Calls
6.7
7.0
Value
7.5
8.4
Price (USD)
$360
$160

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

New platform

Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) (2026) against JBL Tour One M2 (2022). The Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.3 and Top codec LDAC against AAC.

  • QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)20264 yr newer
  • Tour One M22022
What differsQuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)Tour One M2

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
5.3
Top codec
LDAC
AAC

Level on: Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode.

Specifications

QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)Tour One M2
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$360
$160
HearWiki score
85
62
Released
2026
2022
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
40 mm dynamic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
10 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
110 dB/mW
93 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.4
5.3
Codecs
AAC, LDAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Battery life
24 h
50 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
30 h
Full charge time
180 min
120 min
Quick charge
15 min → 2.5 h
10 min → 5 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
-
adaptive
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
Yes
Controls
-
touch
Voice assistant
-
Alexa, Google Assistant
Weight
236 g
278 g
Water resistance
none
none
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
6
4

What reviewers said

Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)

The Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) are a refined over-ear wireless option that prioritizes all-day comfort and top-tier noise cancellation, with a noticeable bump in sound clarity over their predecessor. They pack a solid 24-hour battery, fast charging, Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint, and a lightweight 236g frame, though the premium price and limited EQ tweaks keep them from being a universal slam dunk. Overall, they're a strong pick for frequent travelers or office workers who value silence and ease of wear over cutting-edge extras.

  • Pro:Exceptional comfort for long listening sessions
  • Pro:Excellent active noise cancellation
  • Pro:Clear, improved sound quality with LDAC support
  • Con:High price tag for a modest upgrade
  • Con:Limited EQ controls in the companion app
  • Con:Immersive Audio feature is underwhelming

JBL Tour One M2

The JBL Tour One M2 is a premium over-ear wireless headphone with adaptive noise cancellation and an impressive 50-hour battery life when ANC is off. It supports high-resolution audio via LDAC and LDHC codecs, along with Bluetooth 5.3 multipoint for seamless device switching. With a comfortable 268g build, it also offers quick charging, wear detection, and a customizable EQ through its companion app.

  • Pro:Excellent battery life of up to 50 hours without ANC
  • Pro:Supports high-quality LDAC and LDHC codecs
  • Pro:Adaptive noise cancellation with transparency mode
  • Con:No official water resistance rating
  • Con:Sensitivity is relatively low at 93 dB/mW
  • Con:Heavier than some rivals at 268 grams

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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