Name: SoundLink Around-Ear II
Brand: Bose
SKU: 12609
Rating: 4.1 (39 reviews)

4.2

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

4.4 / 5

Solid audio performance with rich bass and bright highs
the sound is crisp and bright
Bose Soundlink 2 is a simple operation and quick to undertake

the signal is interfered with and not pure
also lacks an inline remote on its cable
Cable lacks inline remote control

Acoustic design: Closed
Sound output: Stereo
Style: Over-Ear
Connectivity technology: Wireless

Bose

SoundLink Around-Ear II

Bose

QuietComfort 35

Bose

SoundLink Around-Ear II

Bose

QuietComfort 45

Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II - Pros & Cons

Solid audio performance with rich bass and bright highs
the sound is crisp and bright
Bose Soundlink 2 is a simple operation and quick to undertake
It is easy to switch between your music and calls
good design features here
Quality materials and a very good design make
The controls are convenient and placed on the right ear cup
comfortable and sounds excellent
mixing a sleek
comfortable design with strong performance
buttons are easy to operate by feel
sleek and simple design
Lightweight and comfortable design
comfortable
easy to use with a simple and straightforward control scheme
well-balanced sound and a great battery life
deliver good tactile feedback and are relatively easy-to-use
Microphone and call audio quality are absolutely fantastic
realistic
detailed sound that is surprisingly good for a pair of Bluetooth headphones
Voice on the other end is also reproduced clearly and coherently
AEWII is extremely easy to connect to and pair with the first time
are lightweight and comfortable with also have a decent battery life
wireless headphones are built for decent overall performance
equally distributes weight as well as enhances firmness
fast charge is enough to use the headphone for 2 hours
Audio performance is also quite strong
exceptionally lightweight
comfortable fit
similar streamlined and uncomplicated style
clean
crisp
precise audio
feel robust and high-quality
sound
design
comfort and fit
improved detail and clarity
solid sound quality and a great experience
better battery life and better bass
it works like a charm
SoundLink IIs performed well
and with convincing sound
It feels balanced and neutral
light
comfortable
and with excellent isolation
Very easy to use and they look classy
Lightweight
comfortable to wear
good battery life and excellent noise
light-weight
extremely comfortable
Sound quality is excellent
crisp with good base
sound quality
wireless and comfortable
Build Quality The Bose SoundLink 2 has good construction
Wireless range is pretty good and
earphones are moderately easily transportable
nice
semi-hard travel case is included
a good level of detail
the fabric feels good quality
Bose headphones make everything straightforward
exceptional clarity that is on par with the impressive Bose and Sonymodels
nice
convenient travel case

the signal is interfered with and not pure
also lacks an inline remote on its cable
Cable lacks inline remote control
The cable also lacks anÃÂ inline remote
lack of active noise cancellation
No cherry-picked units sent by manufacturers
the DSP is not in operation
falls short of these models is in the bass department
don't fold down quite as small as other models
active noise cancellation models
Cable lacks an inline remote control
No automatic power-down or standby mode
Bose claims the sound is not the same
headphones will flatten out
they re not collapsible
none is included just the USB cable
lose the bass
they are far more expensive -
not going set hearts a-flutter
Bluetooth and therefore has worse wireless range
lack of energy in the bass
they are slightly too unstable for intense exercises
lacks detail and is noticeably muffled
their latency on PCs is likely too high to be suitable for watching movies and gaming
II is too much and you want wireless
the headset is connected to my phone
Sound quality does not as good as QC35
BadBluetooth wireless range is not perfect
No cherry-picked units sent by brands
padding around the ear cups and on the headband seems a bit thin
sonic signature may be neutral and a bit lacking in excitement
cushioned earpads are ridiculously soft
volume capability of the headset was a bit too low
a bit too much flex in the headband that makes the headset feel flimsy
The beat had a bit of thump

Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II - Technical Overview

	Poor	Average	Good	Excellent
Weight	200 g Best: Cyber Acoustics ACM-7002 Weight: 0.11 g

Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II - Full Specifications

Sound output	Stereo
Style	Over-Ear
Connectivity technology	Wireless
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)	yes

Width	5.98 in
Depth	1.5 in
Height	7.52 in
Weight	7.05 oz

Inputs supported	3.5mm Bluetooth
Cable length	1.2
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter included	no
Audio streaming via bluetooth	A2DP
Bluetooth profile	A2DP
Bluetooth codec	SBC
Wireless connection	Bluetooth
Wireless range	9
Type of connector	3.5mm
USB	yes
Type of USB connector	Micro-USB
Detachable cable	yes
Multi Point connection	yes

Battery operated	yes
Battery recharge time	3.0 h
Battery life	15.0 h
Talk time	15.0 h

Colour of product	Beige,White Black Black,Blue White
Acoustic design	Closed
Attachment type	Headband
Body material	Memory foam Nylon Stainless steel
Category	Travel and Commuting
Foldable	yes

Microphone type	Built-in microphone

Playback controls	yes
Buttons	Answer button Keyguard Next song Previous song Volume
FM radio	yes
NFC	yes
Carrying case	yes

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Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II Bose - Editorial Reviews (8)

4.1

Based on 8 reviews

Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II Bose SoundLink Around-Ear Wireless Headphone 2 Review

SoundGuys

Published: 21.09.2015

Bose SoundLink Around-Ear Wireless Headphone 2 Review

The Bose SoundLink Around-Ear Wireless Headphone II sounds excellent, but if you don't like Bose headphones already, these won't change your mind.

Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II Review

PCMAG

Published: 02.09.2015

Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II Review

4.0

The Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II is a lightweight, exceptionally comfortable pair of Bluetooth headphones with high-quality sound and a high price.

Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II

ProductReview.com.au

Published: 01.06.2021

Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II

Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II (Wireless Headphone): 4.5 out of 5 stars from 75 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

TechGearLab

Published: 18.01.2022

Bose SoundLink Wireless II Review

4.2

If you're ok with great rather than exceptional sound and don't require active noise cancellation, the Bose SoundLink Wireless II is a completely viable...

Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II Home review

whathifi

Published: 17.12.2014

Home review

4.0

Bose goes Bluetooth with some success – these headphones are a very decent shout

Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II A very comfortable Bluetooth headphone with strong performance

CNET

Published: 02.09.2015

A very comfortable Bluetooth headphone with strong performance

Bose's second-generation over-ear wireless headphone features strong performance in a lightweight, comfortable design for $280.

Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II Bose SoundLink 2 Wireless Review

RTINGS.com

Published: 06.06.2018

Bose SoundLink 2 Wireless Review

4.0

The Bose SoundLink Around-Ear 2 are above-average mixed usage headphones with a good and well-balanced sound. They're lightweight, incredibly comfortable and eas...

Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II Review: Bose SoundLink II

www.themasterswitch.com

Published: 26.07.2018

Review: Bose SoundLink II

See our in-depth review of the Bose SoundLink II wireless headphones, with our analysis of the design, comfort and fit, sound quality, accessories, and more.