But it bests the Beats PowerBeats 2 Wireless, Plantronics' BackBeat Fit and Monster's Adidas Sport Adistar. If you require such a legally-binding contract, arrangements must be made at least two days in advance. Unlike the SoundSport Wireless, which uses microUSB, the Bose Sport Earbuds case charges via USB-C, this is handy if you prefer not to have a bunch of different cables. Get tips, unlock product features and personalise your settings, so you can spend more time enjoying the music instead of setting it up.

Editors' note December 1: After some testing, we've determined that earlier problems with the Bose Soundsport Plus have been resolved, so its Editors' Choice award has been reinstated. The Bose SoundSport Wireless’ Bluetooth performance is very solid, though, able to take on trains and offices full of mobile phones without wireless integrity falling apart. Using hydrophobic acoustic cloth, the headphones are even sweat-and weather-resistance so they are ideal for wearing indoors or out. These earbuds aren’t afraid of sweat or rain-and now a little weather can’t be an excuse to skip a workout.

With Bose’s Reference Sound Quality Audio, you’ll get a genuine listening experience that will engulf your senses. We do our best to recycle carry cases, however in some circumstances we will replace the cases with brand new generic ones. Unlike the SoundSport Wireless, the Beats Powerbeats boasts an IPX4 rating for some added durability assurance. Battery life is much shorter with the Bose SoundSport Free earbuds compared to the SoundSport Wireless, but the charging case provides an additional 10 hours of on-the-go playtime.

Android is unable to properly encode the AAC Bluetooth codec across its multitude of supported devices, so streaming is inconsistent. Beyond the snug buds and their replacability, there’s not much more to the Bose SoundSport – good news since this minimal approach adds up to a slender 23g of electronics.The StayHear + tips (supplied) will conform to your ear shape securely and comfortably even during the most rigorous workout regimes, so they will never leave your side. All that said, what ultimately makes the Bose the superior headphone and easy to recommend is its fit and comfort level.