Which has better noise cancellation?

The Bose. It is built around Bose's active noise cancellation with four microphones, and that is its main selling point. The Heavys H1E lists ANC but gives no figures.

Which lasts longer on a charge?

The Bose, at up to 8.5 hours plus a case holding 2.5 charges. Heavys does not state a battery life for the H1E.

Is the Bose worth the price gap?

Yes at current prices. The Bose is $107.99 at eBay as of November 6, about $51 less than the Heavys at $159.00 at DiscandVinyl.com as of November 5.

Which is better for running and gym use?

Both are water-resistant in-ear models. The Bose has a stated IPX4 rating and three eartip and stability band sizes. The Heavys is lighter and markets itself for sports but gives no IP number.

Which has the newer Bluetooth?

The Heavys H1E, at Bluetooth 5.4. The Bose uses Bluetooth 5.3 but adds multipoint switching between devices.

Can I replace parts on either?

The Heavys H1E has a patented magnet-based replaceable design. The Bose uses swappable eartips and stability bands but does not advertise replaceable drivers.

Heavys H1E Wireless Earbuds vs Bose QuietComfort Earbuds

Buy the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds for proven noise cancellation, 8.5 hours of battery and a huge track record of 7,400 ratings. Buy the Heavys H1E if you want the newer Bluetooth 5.4 link, a replaceable magnet-based build and a red colorway. The Bose is far cheaper right now: $107.99 at eBay as of November 6, versus $159.00 at DiscandVinyl.com as of November 5.

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