Bose
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds · Arctic White
True-wireless · 2020
82
/ 100
From $279
VS
Apple
AirPods 3
True-wireless · 2021
82
/ 100
From $179
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds · Arctic White lands at 82 and AirPods 3 at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Bose QuietComfort Earbuds · Arctic White if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
Pick AirPods 3 if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds · Arctic White 82
vs 82 AirPods 3
Score breakdown
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds · Arctic White
82 anc 79
sound 81
comfort 80
battery 78
features 78
AirPods 3
82 anc 79
sound 81
comfort 80
battery 78
features 78
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds · Arctic White | AirPods 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True-wireless | True-wireless |
| Release year | 2020 | 2021 |
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds · Arctic White
Pros
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
Cons
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
AirPods 3
Pros
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
Cons
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
FAQ: Bose QuietComfort Earbuds · Arctic White vs AirPods 3
Which is better, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds · Arctic White or AirPods 3? +
Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Bose QuietComfort Earbuds · Arctic White worth the price? +
At $279, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds · Arctic White delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in sound.
Is AirPods 3 worth the price? +
At $179, AirPods 3 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in sound.
Does Bose QuietComfort Earbuds · Arctic White or AirPods 3 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.