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Add to SafariWhen comparing Bose SoundSport (SIE2) vs Jaybird X3, the Slant community recommends Jaybird X3 for most people. In the question“What are the best headphones?” Jaybird X3 is ranked 48th while Bose SoundSport (SIE2) is ranked 157th. The most important reason people chose Jaybird X3 is:
Exposure to splashes of rain or sweat won't easily damage these earphones.
Specs
Question Ranking
Pros
Pro Engineered for exercise
The SoundSport earpieces are designed to stay in when running or performing other intense activity.
Pro Choice of color (iOS only)
SoundSport earbuds with iOS controls are available in blue, green and orange. The Samsung Galaxy (Android) model comes only in green.
Pro No ambient sound isolation
Because these earbuds are intended for exercise, they let in outside sound so users can remain safe and alert.
Pro Hydrophobic housing
These earbuds are covered in hydrophobic cloth in order to keep sweat or rain out, while still letting sound pass through.
Pro Sweat-proof
Exposure to splashes of rain or sweat won't easily damage these earphones.
Pro Detailed highs with punchy bass
The highs are crisp, airy and forward so detail presentation is very good. Bass is fast and controlled instead of boomy, so it does not muddy up the overall sound. The mids sound natural and do not get lost in the mix.
This sound signature works well with a wide range of genres and rock, pop, hip-hop and EDM will definitely sound great with these headphones.
Pro Wing tips improve fit
The X3 comes with wing tips that you can attach to the earpieces. The tips enhance the grip of the headphones in the ear, and will help keep them secure even while you are running
Pro Remote allows basic playback control
The in-line remote will allow you to control music playback, adjust volume as well as answer/end calls.
Pro Allows taking calls
Integrated into the remote is a microphone, so you do not need to pull out your phone should a call come in. Mic quality is pretty decent, and your voice should be easy to understand on the other line.
Pro Many accessories are bundled
You get standard silicone ear tips in different sizes, along with a carrying case, different sized wing tips, premium Comply foam ear tips in different sizes, cable management clips as well as the charging cradle with micro-USB cable.
Pro Light and compact
The older X2 model had bigger and heavier earpieces which made them prone to falling off, and also made it difficult to use the earphones with a helmet or a hat. The X3’s earpieces have been redesigned to be smaller, while the internal batteries have been moved from the earpiece to the remote. This helps keep the X3 in-place inside the ears and at the same time makes these earphones easier to fit under a hat or helmet.
Pro Good battery life
The X3 gets around 8 hours of playback time from a full charge. This battery life is much more consistent compared to the previous model which had spotty battery life.
Pro Stable wireless connection
Signal quality is pretty stable with minimal distortion or drops, even if you are on the move.
Cons
Con No ambient sound isolation
By design, these earbuds do not obstruct outside sound, making them inappropriate for use when isolation is desirable.
Con Charging system is fiddly to use
The X3 utilizes a charging cradle which connects to the earphones’ remote via metal pins. The micro-USB charging cable is then attached to the cradle for power. The charging cradle is proprietary though, so you won’t be able to charge the earphones if you forget or lose the cradle.
