Powerbeats Fit
H1 chip · Wingtip · Heart-rate sensor
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Midnight Black
True-wireless · 2022
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Powerbeats Fit lands at 89 and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Midnight Black at 89. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Powerbeats Fit if…
- ✓Heart-rate monitoring during workouts
- ✓Wingtip stability for running
- ✓IPX4 sweat/water resistance
Pick Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Midnight Black if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testComfort
Powerbeats FitCompared on the comfort sub-score
Powerbeats Fit leads on comfort (92 vs 87).
Sound
TieCompared on the sound sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Features
TieCompared on the features sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
Powerbeats FitSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Powerbeats Fit more score per dollar ($199 vs $299).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Powerbeats Fit | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Midnight Black |
|---|---|---|
| Driver | Custom dynamic | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | — |
| Codecs | AAC + SBC | — |
| Battery | 7 h (30 h with case) | — |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
| Weight | 5.6 g per bud | — |
| IP rating | IPX4 | — |
| Type | — | True-wireless |
| Release year | — | 2022 |
Powerbeats Fit
- +Heart-rate monitoring during workouts
- +Wingtip stability for running
- +IPX4 sweat/water resistance
- −No ANC (Beats Fit Pro had it)
- −Charging case lacks Qi wireless
- −Mainly an Apple-ecosystem play
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Midnight Black
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
FAQ: Powerbeats Fit vs Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Midnight Black
Which is better, Powerbeats Fit or Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Midnight Black? +
Both score 89 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Powerbeats Fit worth the price? +
At $199, Powerbeats Fit delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in comfort.
Is Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Midnight Black worth the price? +
At $299, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Midnight Black delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in sound.
Does Powerbeats Fit or Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Midnight Black 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 comfort, Powerbeats Fit or Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Midnight Black? +
Powerbeats Fit — leads on comfort (92 vs 87). Compared on the comfort sub-score.
Which is the better value, Powerbeats Fit or Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Midnight Black? +
Powerbeats Fit — more score per dollar ($199 vs $299). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.