Bose
Bose QC Ultra Earbuds · Navy Blue · MagSafe charging case
True-wireless · 2023
92
/ 100
From $349
VS
Apple
AirPods Pro 2 · Midnight Black
True-wireless · 2022
92
/ 100
From $249
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Bose QC Ultra Earbuds · Navy Blue · MagSafe charging case lands at 92 and AirPods Pro 2 · Midnight Black at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Bose QC Ultra Earbuds · Navy Blue · MagSafe charging case if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
Pick AirPods Pro 2 · Midnight Black if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
Bose QC Ultra Earbuds · Navy Blue · MagSafe charging case 92
vs 92 AirPods Pro 2 · Midnight Black
Score breakdown
Bose QC Ultra Earbuds · Navy Blue · MagSafe charging case
92 anc 89
sound 91
comfort 90
battery 78
features 88
AirPods Pro 2 · Midnight Black
92 anc 89
sound 91
comfort 90
battery 78
features 88
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Bose QC Ultra Earbuds · Navy Blue · MagSafe charging case | AirPods Pro 2 · Midnight Black |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True-wireless | True-wireless |
| Release year | 2023 | 2022 |
Bose QC Ultra Earbuds · Navy Blue · MagSafe charging case
Pros
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
Cons
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
AirPods Pro 2 · Midnight Black
Pros
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
Cons
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
FAQ: Bose QC Ultra Earbuds · Navy Blue · MagSafe charging case vs AirPods Pro 2 · Midnight Black
Which is better, Bose QC Ultra Earbuds · Navy Blue · MagSafe charging case or AirPods Pro 2 · Midnight Black? +
Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Bose QC Ultra Earbuds · Navy Blue · MagSafe charging case worth the price? +
At $349, Bose QC Ultra Earbuds · Navy Blue · MagSafe charging case delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.
Is AirPods Pro 2 · Midnight Black worth the price? +
At $249, AirPods Pro 2 · Midnight Black delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.
Does Bose QC Ultra Earbuds · Navy Blue · MagSafe charging case or AirPods Pro 2 · Midnight Black 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.