Apple
AirPods Pro 2 · wireless charging case
True-wireless · 2022
92
/ 100
From $279
VS
Bose
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
CustomTune ANC · Immersive Audio · aptX Lossless
92
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, AirPods Pro 2 · wireless charging case lands at 92 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick AirPods Pro 2 · wireless charging case if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
Pick Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds if…
- ✓Best ANC for earbuds
- ✓Excellent comfort with StayHear Max tips
- ✓Immersive Audio
AirPods Pro 2 · wireless charging case 92
vs 92 Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Score breakdown
AirPods Pro 2 · wireless charging case
92 anc 89
sound 91
comfort 90
battery 78
features 88
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
92 anc 98
sound 92
comfort 94
battery 78
features 90
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | AirPods Pro 2 · wireless charging case | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True-wireless | — |
| Release year | 2022 | — |
| Battery | — | 6 h (ANC) / 24 h case |
| Codecs | — | aptX Lossless, SBC, AAC |
| Water rating | — | IPX4 |
AirPods Pro 2 · wireless charging case
Pros
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
Cons
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Pros
- +Best ANC for earbuds
- +Excellent comfort with StayHear Max tips
- +Immersive Audio
Cons
- −Only 6 h battery
- −Case is chunky
- −No wireless charging standard
FAQ: AirPods Pro 2 · wireless charging case vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Which is better, AirPods Pro 2 · wireless charging case or Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds? +
Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is AirPods Pro 2 · wireless charging case worth the price? +
At $279, AirPods Pro 2 · wireless charging case delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.
Is Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds worth the price? +
At $299, Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in anc.
Does AirPods Pro 2 · wireless charging case or Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.