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Bose Noise Masking Sleepbuds
Last Updated: May 1, 2020 (Refresh Now)
5.1
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Sound Quality
29bose, noise masking, noise, sleeping, noises
+66%
-34%
" ... Thank you Bose for bringing peaceful sleeping back in our bedroom. ... Fit is perfect, finishing too, sounds could enjoy more themes or variations. ... "
" ... The sound library is decent enough with various tracks for things from sleeping to relaxing these aren't just for sleeping they help take that edge off the world when you need that bit of piece and quite. ... "
" ... The sounds are fine - after a wee while you realise they are on a loop, but it worked for me. ... I think Bose is onto a winner here. ... "
" ... Let's start with comfort of the Bose. ... As for the 'sounds' you need to be aware they only play the sounds that Bose produces for them. ... a 'shoreline' from Bose sounds more artificial than one from a relaxation app. ... And as Bose stuff generally lasts forever that cost is likely to get lower and lower. ... "
" ... They also block out the noise incredibly well. ... They're almost like earplugs that play sounds as well to double up on the noise masking effect. ... I doubt they'd block out a screaming party next door but they do seem to make your brain tune into the repeating sound rather than anything else externally and I very rarely get woken up by my girlfriend going to the loo at night or any other audible distraction anymore. ... "
" ... The buds are very comfortable, and, while it was working the noise masking was quite efficient. ... "
" ... Take a bit of getting used to and not all the noises help but settled in nicely and they work well. ... "
" ... Very happy to discover already anther dozen or so sounds available. ... "
Sleep Tracking
29buds, bose, snoring, nights, whilst
+62%
-38%
" ... Very comfortable at 8 plus hours in bed side sleeping with the sleep buds in both ears. ... "
" ... They do seem to work well, I have been listening to podcasts at night to help me sleep for years. ... "
" ... I'm not a good sleeper, but these have improved my sleep quality significantly. ... "
" ... So, I used one earbud alone with 2 hours 'Tranquillity' playing, to teach myself to relax and go to sleep when listening to this sound. ... Decided to write a sleep log to figure out best sound, hours played etc for best sleep. ... So as far as I'm concerned they DO help me sleep better. ... Overall a better nights sleep for me, is priceless. ... "
" ... Finally, I’ve been able to sleep with my partner. ... "
" ... This certainly blocked out the snoring, but, of course, was far from ideal, as one cannot sleep on one's side wearing them, just on one's back. ... They are comfortable to wear and sleep in. ... As in one other review I read, I was concerned as to whether one could purchase replacement StayHear and Sleep tips, and one can--they are available from Bose.com, in the US, online, or, presently, in the UK, from Bose Customer Support, via phone, although I couldn't get past the Menu, when I rang, but they did respond to my emails very promptly. ... Whilst they won't be for everyone, I would encourage those who need help in getting off to a sound sleep to give them a try--they might just be pleasantly surprised. ... "
" ... It is possible to sleep with these in, they are extremely snug and remain in place, far less intrusive than foam ear-plugs. ... "
" ... Generally I can get to sleep initially before the snoring starts, but if I wake up mid-night then it proves almost possible to get back to sleep. ... I can sleep throughout the night, any position, and use their in-built alarm to wake me. ... Is it a lot for a night's sleep? ... "
Comfort
27earplugs, buds, ear, uncomfortable, fit
+74%
-26%
" ... Never fell out during the night, worked a great, comfortable and pleasant sounds. ... "
" ... She is able to manage with foam earplugs, whilst I have suffered for over a decade, having tried all manner of earplugs, including custom fit, and regularly resort to the spare room. ... "
" ... * Comfortable to wear ... "
" ... The buds are very comfortable, and, while it was working the noise masking was quite efficient. ... "
" ... They are quite comfortable too. ... "
" ... Traditional soft earplugs seem to work better for me. ... "
" ... Yes, the engineering is excellent as is the design but essentially they perform no better than silicone earplugs. ... "
" ... I am a small person but they fit in my ears with zero protrusion. ... This means I can lie on either side now without discomfort. ... "
Charging
15charge, buds, charged, charging case, fully charged
+20%
-80%
" ... The other big issue is charging. ... The charger was continuously connected to the wall socket. ... Despite this, I often found in the evening that either just one or sometimes both buds were just half charged. ... "
" ... After 6 months of use, right bud started to give uncomfortable chirping sounds, and left one simply never charges fully anymore despite the light indicator saying it's full. ... "
" ... Waste of hard earned money - batteries charged for a few days continually yet one showed only a 40% charge - had to replace them in charger a few times so that iPhone software could eventually locate the buds. ... "
" ... Very tricky to fit in the recharging station so not charged when I wanted to use them ... "
" ... Firstly they never seem to charge fully, one will charge and the other won't. ... There is no consistency with which sleep bud charges and doesn't. ... The main issue, and the one that is infuriating is the charging. ... I make sure the charging case is always charged and still after a whole day of being in the case I discover I only have 20% charge. ... "
" ... Fast forward a month or so and I'm unable to use the product as one or both earpieces simply won't charge in the cradle. ... Every night I reach for them, having fiddled extensively with their placement on the tiny contact points in the charger hours earlier, and without fail they let me down. ... "
" ... Only thing is that the getting them back in the charging case can be a bit fiddly and awkward. ... "
" ... But unfortunately 6 weeks in to my purchase, the right earbud no longer will charge above 48%. ... Phoned them up about my right earbud not charging and they told me 2 weeks to get a replacement. ... "
Fit
13fit, earplugs, buds, sounds, sleepbuds
+77%
-23%
" ... I do give two stars though, for the comfort of the fit, and the effectiveness of the buds when they do work. ... It is possible to sleep with these in, they are extremely snug and remain in place, far less intrusive than foam ear-plugs. ... "
" ... Very comfy, perfect fit, cuts noise out as required and love the noise options to play on timer. ... "
" ... I am a small person but they fit in my ears with zero protrusion. ... "
" ... The fit isn't perfect and is noticeable but it's still rather comfortable once you get the hang of putting them in right you have to twist them slightly to get that snug fit so it's not pressing into your ear when sleeping in your side. ... "
" ... Buds hold 12/13 sounds. ... Realised one bud wasn't working, but, when put back into the case, then immediately taken out at the save time they worked perfectly. ... "
" ... I used earplugs to block out sound (which otherwise I would focus on) but hated the sensation of inserting the plug in my ear canal. ... These sleepbuds just sit on your ear canal, making a gentle but effective seal (instantly muffling sound) and are held in place by a soft-feeling “wing”. ... "
" ... She is able to manage with foam earplugs, whilst I have suffered for over a decade, having tried all manner of earplugs, including custom fit, and regularly resort to the spare room. ... It really is quite ingenious how they snap back into place onto the magnetic charging pins, and presently I use the glow of my iPhone, so as not to disturb my wife. ... "
" ... Fit is perfect, finishing too, sounds could enjoy more themes or variations. ... "
Product Reliability
11months, couple, days, bose, 2 weeks
+27%
-73%
" ... I did persevere and tried them for a couple of weeks. ... "
" ... I kept using these for almost 3 weeks before sending them back. ... After this, the connection worked for a couple of days, then again, it didn't. ... "
" ... However, problems have developed after the first few weeks of use, making the buds unusable. ... The right bud now only lasts 4-5 hours, so is effectively useless. ... They then admitted that the sleepbuds needed to be replaced, but that this would take 3 weeks (they have to be shipped to Belgium and then it takes two weeks from when Bose receive them to get a new pair). ... "
" ... I said that 2 weeks wasn't acceptable and they then said I could go to a Bose store and get a replacement . ... Im sure other people have bought these as a very expensive last resort to noise issues, and the thought of 2 weeks without annoys and worries me. ... "
" ... Totally useless and don’t work. ... "
" ... I've owned these for roughly a 1 month. ... Recently they have been causing me issues. ... "
" ... Failed after ten days and the support from Bose was non existent. ... "
Battery Life
9charge, buds, hours, eventually, battery life
+22%
-78%
" ... Despite this, I often found in the evening that either just one or sometimes both buds were just half charged. ... "
" ... Very tricky to fit in the recharging station so not charged when I wanted to use them ... "
" ... But unfortunately 6 weeks in to my purchase, the right earbud no longer will charge above 48%. ... "
" ... Every night I reach for them, having fiddled extensively with their placement on the tiny contact points in the charger hours earlier, and without fail they let me down. ... If these worked they'd be a category-defining marvel of miniaturisation and battery life. ... "
" ... Waste of hard earned money - batteries charged for a few days continually yet one showed only a 40% charge - had to replace them in charger a few times so that iPhone software could eventually locate the buds. ... "
" ... Firstly they never seem to charge fully, one will charge and the other won't. ... "
Price
8worth, waste your money, point, penny, expensive
+38%
-63%
" ... I can't recommend them at any price, but for the price these are sold for they are a disgrace. ... "
" ... I find this unacceptable for a product at this price point. ... "
" ... Do not waste your money ... "
" ... Don't waste your money. ... "
" ... In summary, the price point is far too high for what they are. ... "
Device Compatibility
7connection, need, iphone, frustrating, connect
+29%
-71%
" ... , but 1 month in & couldn’t connect buds to iPhone. ... "
" ... They’ll not connect to a phone every time you try and use them which considering you’re usually tired by this point is frustrating and ruins sleep quality. ... "
" ... * Requires synching with a phone for every use. ... "
" ... The lack of connection with my phone is also frustrating. ... Often that doesn't work and I have to turn my bluetooth off and on again. ... Turned my phone on and off and still I'm having issues. ... "
" ... My home screen is for telling me I have a missed call, text or email. ... "
Noise Cancellation
6noise, masking, bose, snoring, noise masking
+83%
-17%
" ... I possess some Bose 35 Cool Comfort noise cancelling headphones. ... The white noise/noise cancelling is very spacious and thorough. ... "
" ... I love the Bose noise cancelling headphones but these are nowhere in the same league of quality. ... "
" ... They also block out the noise incredibly well. ... They're almost like earplugs that play sounds as well to double up on the noise masking effect. ... "
" ... Perhaps Bose can make them noise-cancelling, in years to come, but I am very pleased with their noise-masking qualities. ... "
" ... It does work a bit differently, the Sleepbuds don't form a seal with your ear, so perhaps they block 30-40% of the noise, and then you mask the rest of the unwanted noises by playing one of the pre-selected Sleepbud noises. ... "
Returns
5sending, back, using, unfortunately, weeks
-100%
" ... I had great hopes for these but sadly was disappointed so they are being returned. ... "
" ... I kept using these for almost 3 weeks before sending them back. ... "
" ... Unfortunately they don't and I'll be sending them back. ... "
" ... Sending back for replacement & will try again. ... "
Software Platform
4update, apps, sounds, relaxation, numerous
+25%
-75%
" ... They’ve been messaging on an off all day about things to do to fix them - nothing worked. ... "
" ... They are let down badly by some shoddy workmanship on their pathetic excuse for an app, that is supposed to control the earbuds. ... I should note, that the awful app has had at least one update since I bought these five weeks ago. ... It sadly lacks any product (or software) engineering rigour. ... "
Clock
4night, alarm feature, sounds, sleepbuds, sleep
+100%
" ... I can sleep throughout the night, any position, and use their in-built alarm to wake me. ... "
" ... The alarm function was a bit less gentle than I would have liked, but was very effective. ... "
" ... The personal alarm feature is great. ... "
" ... However, these have been great and the user experience has improved with the amazingly good alarm. ... "
Apps
4sounds, bose, apps, update, relaxation
+50%
-50%
" ... I should note, that the awful app has had at least one update since I bought these five weeks ago. ... Prior to that, the connectivity was even worse, but it does offer some hope that the app, at least, *may* improve over time. ... "
" ... But the app is the exact opposite, it's almost childish. ... I go through several thought processes when I'm falling asleep and was hoping that your app would be sophisticated enough for me to intertwine the different sounds that are loaded onto the sleep buds as I wish. ... "
Earbuds
4buds, sounds, ear buds, days, different
+25%
-75%
" ... Not impressed, the ear buds don't connect effectively with my pixel phone. ... "
" ... These ear buds are the answer (or so I thought!) ... The ear buds are held in place when being charged by a magnetic bed and left and right ear buds are clearly initialled. ... "
" ... Tried it for 8 days with all different sizes of ear plugs and sounds. ... "
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