Bose
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
CustomTune ANC · Immersive Audio · aptX Lossless
92
/ 100
From $299
VS
Apple
AirPods Pro 2 · Arctic White
True-wireless · 2022
92
/ 100
From $249
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds lands at 92 and AirPods Pro 2 · Arctic White at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds if…
- ✓Best ANC for earbuds
- ✓Excellent comfort with StayHear Max tips
- ✓Immersive Audio
Pick AirPods Pro 2 · Arctic White if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 92
vs 92 AirPods Pro 2 · Arctic White
Score breakdown
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
92 anc 98
sound 92
comfort 94
battery 78
features 90
AirPods Pro 2 · Arctic White
92 anc 89
sound 91
comfort 90
battery 78
features 88
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds | AirPods Pro 2 · Arctic White |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 6 h (ANC) / 24 h case | — |
| Codecs | aptX Lossless, SBC, AAC | — |
| Water rating | IPX4 | — |
| Type | — | True-wireless |
| Release year | — | 2022 |
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
AirPods Pro 2 · Arctic White
Pros
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
Cons
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
FAQ: Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds vs AirPods Pro 2 · Arctic White
Which is better, Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds or AirPods Pro 2 · Arctic White? +
Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds worth the price? +
At $299, Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in anc.
Is AirPods Pro 2 · Arctic White worth the price? +
At $249, AirPods Pro 2 · Arctic White delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.
Does Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds or AirPods Pro 2 · Arctic White 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.