Which has better noise cancellation?

The Status publishes a depth over 38dB, which is a concrete figure. Bose does not publish a depth number but its ANC is widely praised. On paper the Status wins; in real use many shoppers prefer Bose tuning.

Which lasts longer on a trip?

The Status Between 3ANC: 36 hours total with the case versus roughly 21 hours for the Bose. Per charge they are close, 8 hours with ANC on versus 8.5.

Is the Bose worth the extra money?

Right now the Bose is cheaper at $107.99 at eBay as of November 6, 2026. The Status has ranged from $79.99 to $125.00 since October 29, 2026, so check the current price before deciding.

Which is better for workouts?

The Status has IPX5 versus IPX4 on the Bose, so it handles more sweat and rain. Neither is fully waterproof, so do not submerge either.

Can I use either with two devices at once?

Yes. Both support multipoint. The Bose uses Bluetooth 5.3 and the Status uses 5.2.

Which has better sound?

The Status uses three drivers, which typically gives cleaner highs and dedicated bass. The Bose offers a 5-band EQ in its app to tune the sound yourself.

Status Between 3ANC vs Bose QuietComfort Earbuds

Buy the Status Between 3ANC for better sound hardware and longer total battery: a triple-driver design, 38dB+ ANC, 36 hours with the case, and IPX5. Buy the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds for the more trusted ANC tuning, app EQ, and a lower entry price. On price, the Bose is $107.99 at eBay as of November 6, 2026, while the Between 3ANC has ranged from $79.99 to $125.00 since October 29, 2026.

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