I've had both the first gen and second gen of this product as they worked so well for blocking out my snoring husband that I've almost become reliant on them for sleeping. However from both sets I begin to start having problems with battery life after about 6 months of constant use and then only have a 2 year life span at best for both with the battery problems just becoming worse across that time. At the beginning battery life is a good 8-9 hours overnight by the end of the 2 years I'm lucky if I don't spend 15 mins just trying to connect it to get it working and then them dying in a few hours after that through the night. I would still recommend this product however I think the price should be decreased given it's life span for use.

While comfortable and effective, minor issues pile up for this $250 single-purpose gadget..

Well-designed. Battery is more reliable than first-gen version. Solid connectivity. Expanded sound library. Helped me get an uninterrupted night's sleep.

Too expensive. Can't play your own music or podcasts. Phone-free mode disables alarms. You have to be very intentional with how you use them.

Combining unmatched comfort and effective in-app sleeping aids, the SleepBuds II are well worth trying if you struggle to nod off

Compact and ultra-comfortable; Effective array of relaxing sounds; App is easy to use

Pricey; Case loses charge when not is use

Combining unmatched comfort and effective in-app sleeping aids, the SleepBuds II are well worth trying if you struggle to nod off

Compact and ultra-comfortable; Effective array of relaxing sounds; App is easy to use;

Pricey; Case loses charge when not is use;

The Bose SleepBuds II are undoubtedly among the most comfortable earbuds to use when falling asleep, even for side sleepers, but the high price and restrictions on playing music or podcasts from outside the Bose Sleep app may put some off.

Comfortable fit; Stays in the ear; Great for side-sleepers

Can't listen to music or podcasts; Long charge time; Expensive

The Bose SleepBuds II are undoubtedly among the most comfortable earbuds to use when falling asleep, even for side sleepers, but the high price and restrictions on playing music or podcasts from outside the Bose Sleep app may put some off.

Comfortable fit; Stays in the ear; Great for side-sleepers;

Can't listen to music or podcasts; Long charge time; Expensive;

In a bid to make up for the mistakes the original Sleepbuds made, Bose’s latest sleep-masking earbuds bring plenty of improvements, such as a much better, comfier fit, increased battery life and a better range of sounds to help you drift off. The design is exactly what you’d expect from Bose, with everything exuding a high-end, sleek aesthetic you’d be proud to sit on your bedside table. Performance is just as good, too, successfully masking the annoying sounds that keep you from getting some much-needed rest. However, this comes at a cost - one which might prove just a little too much for those looking to get a decent night’s rest. If you suffer from poor sleep and you’ve got the money to throw at it, the Bose Sleepbuds II could be the gadget of your dreams.

Extremely comfortable; Great build quality; Masks external noises very well;

Expensive; Not for everyone; Limited number of sounds

In a bid to make up for the mistakes the original Sleepbuds made, Bose’s latest sleep-masking earbuds bring plenty of improvements, such as a much better, comfier fit, increased battery life and a better range of sounds to help you drift off.

Extremely comfortable; Great build quality; Masks external noises very well

Expensive; Not for everyone; Limited number of sounds