Truthear
Truthear Zero Red · Midnight Black
IEM
84
/ 100
From $55
VS
Bose
Bose QC 35 II
Over-ear · 2017
84
/ 100
From $349
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Truthear Zero Red · Midnight Black lands at 84 and Bose QC 35 II at 84. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Truthear Zero Red · Midnight Black if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Pick Bose QC 35 II if…
- ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- ✓Premium build
- ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
Truthear Zero Red · Midnight Black 84
vs 84 Bose QC 35 II
Score breakdown
Truthear Zero Red · Midnight Black
84 anc 0
sound 84
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Bose QC 35 II
84 anc 82
sound 84
comfort 83
battery 82
features 80
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Truthear Zero Red · Midnight Black | Bose QC 35 II |
|---|---|---|
| Type | IEM | Over-ear |
| Release year | — | 2017 |
Truthear Zero Red · Midnight Black
Pros
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
Bose QC 35 II
Pros
- +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- +Premium build
- +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
- −Battery varies by codec
- −Some are Bluetooth-only
- −Price creep vs previous gen
FAQ: Truthear Zero Red · Midnight Black vs Bose QC 35 II
Which is better, Truthear Zero Red · Midnight Black or Bose QC 35 II? +
Both score 84 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Truthear Zero Red · Midnight Black worth the price? +
At $55, Truthear Zero Red · Midnight Black delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in battery.
Is Bose QC 35 II worth the price? +
At $349, Bose QC 35 II delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in sound.
Does Truthear Zero Red · Midnight Black or Bose QC 35 II 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.