Bose QuietComfort Ultra
Score: 84/100
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Black
Score: 76/100Rankings
Bose QuietComfort Ultra (1st Gen) offers best-in-class ANC, CustomTune personalization and Spatial Immersive Audio in a lightweight over-ear package with up to 24 hours of playtime. It lacks water resistance and a dedicated EQ app, and its bulkier design may not suit active use. Ideal for commuters, travelers and audiophiles who prioritize ANC and comfort.
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds deliver AI-enhanced active noise cancellation with CustomTune personalization and support aptX Adaptive over Bluetooth 5.3. Their battery life is limited to six hours (four with spatial audio) and the case is made of plastic. Best suited for commuters and active users seeking premium ANC in a true-wireless form factor.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
24 hoursbest | 6 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 250 g | 80 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 15 minutesbest | 20 minutes |
9 mbest | 9 mbest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 24 hours | 6 hours |
Quick Charge Time (minutes) | 15 minutes | 20 minutes |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 250 g | 80 g |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive |
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Professional reviewers commend the QuietComfort Ultra for its best-in-class ANC, comfortable lightweight build, and innovative CustomTune calibration that keeps sound consistent across different fits. They also note the strong battery performance and robust Bluetooth 5.3 multipoint connectivity, while flagging the bulkier form factor, lack of water resistance, and the fact that a newer generation has already been released.
Users consistently praise the headphones for their comfort, long battery life, and effective noise cancellation that makes commuting and travel pleasant. Common complaints revolve around the bulkiness for active use, occasional bass variability depending on head shape or glasses, and the missing IP rating for sweat-prone activities.
“won't "drag ears down" even after hours”
Professional reviewers consider the 2nd Gen QuietComfort Ultra earbuds a solid evolution of Bose's flagship wireless line, applauding the AI-driven CustomTune personalization and the class-leading ANC, while noting that the battery penalty of Immersive Audio and the modest codec selection keep the product from being a clear market leader.
The source material does not provide direct user reviews, but the emphasis on multiple eartip sizes, stability bands, and the Bose app suggests the design aims to address common consumer concerns about fit, comfort, and personalization.
