Bose QC 35 II
Over-ear · 2017
Truthear Zero Red · Moss Green
IEM
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Bose QC 35 II lands at 84 and Truthear Zero Red · Moss Green at 84. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Bose QC 35 II if…
- ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- ✓Premium build
- ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
Pick Truthear Zero Red · Moss Green if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testSound quality
TieTuning, detail, and staging
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Noise cancelling
Bose QC 35 IIANC strength for commute and travel
Bose QC 35 II leads on anc (82 vs 0).
Comfort
Truthear Zero Red · Moss GreenLong-session wearability
Truthear Zero Red · Moss Green leads on comfort (88 vs 83).
Value for money
Truthear Zero Red · Moss GreenSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Truthear Zero Red · Moss Green more score per dollar ($55 vs $349).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Bose QC 35 II | Truthear Zero Red · Moss Green |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-ear | IEM |
| Release year | 2017 | — |
Bose QC 35 II
- +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- +Premium build
- +Active noise cancellation (most models)
- −Battery varies by codec
- −Some are Bluetooth-only
- −Price creep vs previous gen
Truthear Zero Red · Moss Green
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
FAQ: Bose QC 35 II vs Truthear Zero Red · Moss Green
Which is better, Bose QC 35 II or Truthear Zero Red · Moss Green? +
Both score 84 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Bose QC 35 II worth the price? +
At $349, Bose QC 35 II delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in sound.
Is Truthear Zero Red · Moss Green worth the price? +
At $55, Truthear Zero Red · Moss Green delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in battery.
Does Bose QC 35 II or Truthear Zero Red · Moss Green last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for noise cancelling, Bose QC 35 II or Truthear Zero Red · Moss Green? +
Bose QC 35 II — leads on anc (82 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.
Which is better for comfort, Bose QC 35 II or Truthear Zero Red · Moss Green? +
Truthear Zero Red · Moss Green — leads on comfort (88 vs 83). Long-session wearability.