Boult Audio W35
Mivi Duopods Horizon

Boult Audio W35 Mivi Duopods Horizon

Common Features

  • Both products have in-ear fit.
  • Both products have no wires or cables.
  • Neither product is a neckband earbud.
  • Neither product includes wingtips.
  • Neither product has RGB lighting.
  • Both products have stereo speakers.
  • Neither product has UV light.
  • Neither product has a display.
  • Both products have a lowest frequency of 20 Hz.
  • Both products have a highest frequency of 20000 Hz.
  • Both products support passive noise reduction.
  • Both products have a charge time of 1.5 hours.
  • Neither product supports wireless charging.
  • Both products have a battery level indicator.
  • Both products have a rechargeable battery.
  • Both products have a Bluetooth version of 5.3 or higher.
  • Both products support fast charging.
  • Both products have a mute function.
  • Both products can be used as a headset.
  • Both products have a noise-canceling microphone.

Main Differences

  • Ingress Protection (IP) rating is IPX5 on Boult Audio W35 and IPX4 on Mivi Duopods Horizon.
  • Water resistance is classified as water resistant on Boult Audio W35 and sweat resistant on Mivi Duopods Horizon.
  • Driver unit size is 10 mm on Boult Audio W35 and 13 mm on Mivi Duopods Horizon.
  • Battery life is 8 hours on Boult Audio W35 and 8.5 hours on Mivi Duopods Horizon.
  • Battery life of charging case is 40 hours on Boult Audio W35 and 51.5 hours on Mivi Duopods Horizon.
  • Bluetooth version is 5.4 on Boult Audio W35 and 5.3 on Mivi Duopods Horizon.
  • Audio latency is 45 ms on Boult Audio W35 and 50 ms on Mivi Duopods Horizon.
  • AAC support is available on Boult Audio W35 but not on Mivi Duopods Horizon.
Specs Comparison
Boult Audio W35

Boult Audio W35

Mivi Duopods Horizon

Mivi Duopods Horizon

Design:
Fit In-ear In-ear
Ingress Protection (IP) rating IPX5 IPX4
water resistance Water resistant Sweat resistant
has no wires or cables
are neckband earbuds
wingtips included
has RGB lighting
has stereo speakers
has UV light
Has a display

The Boult Audio W35 and Mivi Duopods Horizon both feature an in-ear fit, but their water resistance ratings differ. The W35 has an IPX5 rating, meaning it is water-resistant and can withstand water splashes, while the Duopods Horizon has a slightly lower IPX4 rating, making it sweat-resistant but not as durable against water exposure.

Both models are wireless, with no wires or cables involved, and neither are neckband earbuds. They also share similarities in having stereo speakers and no RGB lighting, UV light, or displays. Neither includes wingtips for a more secure fit.

Overall, the main difference in design is the level of water resistance, with the W35 offering more protection for outdoor or water-exposed use compared to the Duopods Horizon, which is more suited for casual, sweat-resistant wear.

Sound quality:
has active noise cancellation (ANC)
has passive noise reduction
driver unit size 10 mm 13 mm
lowest frequency 20 Hz 20 Hz
highest frequency 20000 Hz 20000 Hz
supports spatial audio
has Dolby Atmos
has Dirac Virtuo
has a neodymium magnet

Both the Boult Audio W35 and Mivi Duopods Horizon offer passive noise reduction but lack active noise cancellation (ANC). They share the same frequency range, with both models capable of reproducing sound from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz. Neither supports spatial audio, Dolby Atmos, or Dirac Virtuo, and neither is equipped with a neodymium magnet.

The primary difference in sound quality specifications comes from the driver unit size. The W35 features a 10 mm driver, while the Duopods Horizon comes with a larger 13 mm driver. This size difference could lead to a variance in sound reproduction, with the Horizon potentially offering a different sound experience.

Overall, the two products have similar sound quality features, but the Mivi Duopods Horizon stands out with its larger driver size, which could impact overall sound output.

Power:
Battery life 8 hours 8.5 hours
Battery life of charging case 40 hours 51.5 hours
charge time 1.5 hours 1.5 hours
has wireless charging
Has a solar power battery
has a battery level indicator
has a rechargeable battery

Both the Boult Audio W35 and Mivi Duopods Horizon offer similar battery life, with the W35 providing 8 hours of playtime and the Duopods Horizon offering slightly more at 8.5 hours. In terms of total battery life with the charging case, the W35 provides 40 hours, while the Duopods Horizon lasts longer at 51.5 hours.

Both models have a charge time of 1.5 hours and lack wireless charging or a solar power battery. They also both feature a battery level indicator and come with rechargeable batteries.

The primary difference between these two products is the longer battery life of the Mivi Duopods Horizon, particularly when considering the charging case, which offers 11.5 more hours of use compared to the W35.

Connectivity:
has fast pairing
Has USB Type-C
Bluetooth version 5.4 5.3
has LDAC
has LDHC
has Bluetooth LE Audio
has aptX Adaptive
has aptX Low Latency
has aptX HD
has aptX
has aptX Lossless
audio latency 45 ms 50 ms
has aptX Voice
has Auracast
maximum Bluetooth range 10 m 10 m
supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC
Can be used wirelessly
has AAC

Both the Boult Audio W35 and Mivi Duopods Horizon feature USB Type-C charging and are capable of being used wirelessly. They also both have a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 meters. However, the Bluetooth versions differ slightly, with the W35 supporting Bluetooth 5.4 and the Duopods Horizon using Bluetooth 5.3.

In terms of audio codecs, the W35 supports AAC, while the Duopods Horizon does not. Neither product has advanced codecs like LDAC, LDHC, or aptX in any form, nor do they support Bluetooth LE Audio or aptX Voice. Additionally, neither product supports fast pairing or NFC Bluetooth pairing.

Both models have similar connectivity features, with the primary difference being that the W35 supports AAC, while the Duopods Horizon does not. Additionally, the W35 has a slightly newer Bluetooth version (5.4) compared to the Horizon's 5.3.

Features:
release date April 2025 September 2025
has ambient sound mode
has in/on-ear detection
has find device feature
Supports fast charging
can read notifications
has a mute function
can be used as a headset
control panel placed on a device
Has voice prompts
travel bag is included
Has an in-line control panel
Has a temperature sensor
Has a built-in camera remote control function

The Boult Audio W35 and Mivi Duopods Horizon share several key features. Both support fast charging, have a mute function, can be used as a headset, and include a travel bag. Additionally, both models have voice prompts and place the control panel on the device itself, not on the earbuds. Neither product includes in/on-ear detection, ambient sound mode, or the ability to find the device.

Both products also lack a temperature sensor and a built-in camera remote control function. The functionality and design in this group are nearly identical across the two models.

Overall, the W35 and Duopods Horizon offer similar feature sets with no notable differences in this category.

Microphone:
has a noise-canceling microphone

Both the Boult Audio W35 and Mivi Duopods Horizon are equipped with a noise-canceling microphone. This feature is identical across both models, ensuring that users can enjoy clearer voice calls or interactions without picking up unwanted background noise.

There are no differences between the two products in terms of microphone features within this group.

In summary, both the W35 and Duopods Horizon offer the same noise-canceling microphone capability.

Comparison Summary

This is a specification comparison between Boult Audio W35 and Mivi Duopods Horizon. Both products feature an in-ear fit, no wires or cables, and stereo speakers. They also share a rechargeable battery and support fast charging. In terms of differences, the Ingress Protection (IP) rating is IPX5 on the Boult Audio W35 and IPX4 on the Mivi Duopods Horizon. The driver unit size is 10 mm on the Boult Audio W35 and 13 mm on the Mivi Duopods Horizon. The Boult Audio W35 offers 8 hours of battery life, while the Mivi Duopods Horizon lasts 8.5 hours. Additionally, the Boult Audio W35 supports AAC while the Mivi Duopods Horizon does not.