If you’re considering purchasing a new pair of True wireless Bose earbuds, then you’re probably wondering what specs it comes with; you may even be wondering how much water or sweat it can handle. This brings us to the question are Bose earbuds waterproof?
The Bose QuietComfort, Bose Sport, & Bose Sport open earbuds have an IPX4 rating, meaning they’re classified as water-resistant, not waterproof. This means that they can only be exposed to a certain amount of water & sweat. As per IPX’s classification, it can handle “splashes of water from any angle.”
We’ll now take a look at what Bose earbuds can handle, where you can or can’t use them, and whether or not they’re the best option for you. Let’s dive in!
Are Bose Earbuds Waterproof?
As you can see from the table above, Bose’s three most popular earbuds all have an IPX4 rating. IPX is a rating system classified by the International Electrotechnical Commission which determines the level of protection against water, sweat & dust a device can handle.
An IPX4 rating classifies the device as sweat & water-resistant; again, this does not make them waterproof but simply means it can withstand a certain amount of water & sweat; as per IPX’s test this it can handle “splashes of water from any angle” anything more can cause permanent damage to your device.
Water Resistant VS Water Proof What’s the Difference?
All Wireless earbuds come with certifications that classify them for how much water they can handle without getting damaged. This is known as an IP rating, which is published by the International Electrotechnical Commission.
Water-resistant earbuds are considered the lowest level of protection against water. However, there are different levels of water resistance, an IPX1 to IPX5 rating are all considered to be water-resistant. However, a product with IPX5 will be able to endure a lot more than an IPX1.
IPX6 – IPX9 is labeled waterproof; this doesn’t mean that your earbuds are completely immune from water damage, but it offers the highest level of protection against water for an electronic device. You can see the different IPX ratings and what each can handle on the table below.
| IP Rating | Level of protection against water |
| IPX0 | No protection against water. |
| IPX1 | Protected from vertically dripping water for 10 minutes. |
| IPX2 | Protection from vertically dripping water when earbuds are tilted at 15-degrees. |
| IPX3 | Protection against water sprays when earbuds are rotated 60 degrees. |
| IPX4 | Protected against a splash of water from any direction. |
| IPX5 | Protected against water jets (6.3mm nozzle stream of water) from any angle. |
| IPX6 | Protected against strong water jets (12.5mm nozzle stream of water) from any angle. |
| IPX7 | Protected against water immersion between 15cm and 1m for 30 minutes. |
| IPX8 | Protected against continuous immersion in water for long periods. |
Can you swim with Bose Earbuds?
Unfortunately, Bose earbuds aren’t designed to be used in the water; its IPX4 rating protects it from splashes of water only, meaning it can handle very minimal amounts of water; anything more can permanently damage your device.
Can you wear Bose earbuds in the shower?
It’s not recommended to use Bose earbuds in the shower; Since they’re classified as water-resistant, they can get permanently damaged when exposed to enough water. Additionally, Bose earbuds aren’t protected by other liquids used in the shower, such as soaps, shampoos & other bathing products.
Can you workout with Bose earbuds?
Yes, You can workout with your Bose earbuds. The Bose quiet comfort, Bose sport, & Bose sport earbuds all have a solid protection against sweat, however again, they are classified as water & sweat resistant, not sweatproof, meaning you will need to wipe your earbuds your earbuds, and any opening exposed to sweat after use to maintain the health of your device & reduce moisture build-up.
What happens if your Bose earbuds get wet?
If your Bose earbuds get exposed to more water than it’s supposed to, it can get permanently damaged.
The first thing you’ll need to do is dry them off with a microfiber cloth; you will also want to check if any of the openings were exposed to water; if so, use a cotton swab to dry out the areas, avoid using any sharp objects.
Once completely dried off, avoid using your earbuds for a few hours; additionally, you would want to leave your earbuds out to sit for a while before putting them back in the case to void any damage to the case.
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