Bose QuietComfort
Score: 82/100
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Black
Score: 76/100Rankings
Bose QuietComfort headphones are over-ear wireless headphones delivering strong ANC, comfortable plush fit and up to 24 hours of battery life, making them ideal for travel and office use. They miss a dedicated mic-mute button, have no water-resistance, and are relatively heavy. Best for commuters and travelers who prioritize comfort and long listening time.
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 | 238 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 |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.3 |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 238 g | 80 g |
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Professional reviewers highlight the QuietComfort headphones for their comfortable, durable construction and accurate, warm sound signature with low distortion. The adjustable ANC and multipoint Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity are praised, as is the long 24-hour battery life with a convenient quick-charge feature. The only notable criticism is the lack of a dedicated microphone mute button.
The Bose QuietComfort headphones are praised for their comfortable over-ear design, effective ANC and long battery life, though users note the lack of water resistance and a missing mic mute button.
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.
