Bose SoundSport vs. Sony WI-1000XM2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Bose SoundSport and Sony WI-1000XM2. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Bose SoundSport vs. Sony WI-1000XM2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Bose SoundSport Sony WI-1000XM2
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Weight 23 g 58 g Bose SoundSport are lighter than Bose SoundSport headphones.
Colour Aqua | Black | Citron | Charcoal black | Neon blue | Frost | Power red | Blue | Orange | Green Black | Silver
Body Material Plastic -
Earpad Material Silicone -
Protection Weatherproof, sweat-resistant -
Design Sports -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Bose SoundSport Sony WI-1000XM2
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear - neckband
Headphones Technology - Balanced armature / dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0 Sony WI-1000XM2 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Bose SoundSport.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WI-1000XM2 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX), S-Master HX
Frequency Response - 3 - 40000 Hz
Sensitivity - 101 dB/mW
Impedance - 22 Ohm
Diaphragm - 9 mm
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Bose SoundSport Sony WI-1000XM2
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Operation Mode Mono -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
REMOTE CONTROL Bose SoundSport Sony WI-1000XM2
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Bose SoundSport Sony WI-1000XM2
Cable Type Headphones cable - 55 cm Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m
USB charge cable
Cable Length - 1 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Bose SoundSport Sony WI-1000XM2
Features - Vibrating call alert
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Bose SoundSport Sony WI-1000XM2
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 6 hours 13 hour(s) Sony WI-1000XM2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Bose SoundSport.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 10 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 13 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 100 hours
Standby Time - 100 hours
Charging Time 2 hours 3.5 hour(s) Bose SoundSport recharge faster than Bose SoundSport.
Included Qty 1 -
WIRELESS LINK Bose SoundSport Sony WI-1000XM2
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Bose SoundSport Sony WI-1000XM2
Connector Type USB Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only)
OTHERS Bose SoundSport Sony WI-1000XM2
Included Accessories Carrying case, 3 pairs of ear tips, USB charging cable Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, 4 pairs of hybrid earbuds (SS/S/M/L sizes), 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone iPhone, iPod, Android phone
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
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