Bose
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2
World-class ANC · 30hr · Immersive Audio
93
/ 100
From $449
VS
Bose
Bose QuietComfort Ultra
CustomTune ANC · Immersive Audio · aptX Adaptive
93
/ 100
From $429
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 lands at 93 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra at 93. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 if…
- ✓Deepest ANC on the market
- ✓Comfortable for 8hr+ flights
- ✓Bose Immersive Audio
Pick Bose QuietComfort Ultra if…
- ✓Best comfort in class
- ✓Excellent ANC
- ✓Immersive Audio spatial feature
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 93
vs 93 Bose QuietComfort Ultra
Score breakdown
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2
93 anc 100
sound 90
comfort 96
battery 88
features 92
Bose QuietComfort Ultra
93 anc 96
sound 92
comfort 98
battery 86
features 90
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Driver | 35 mm | 35 mm dynamic |
| ANC | Hybrid · 8-mic | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 + Snapdragon Sound | — |
| Codecs | aptX Adaptive + AAC + SBC | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive |
| Battery | ▲ 30 hr (24 with ANC) | 24 h (Immersive Audio off) / 18 h (on) |
| Charging | USB-C, 15-min for 2.5hr | — |
| Weight | 254 g | ▲ 253 g |
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2
Pros
- +Deepest ANC on the market
- +Comfortable for 8hr+ flights
- +Bose Immersive Audio
Cons
- −No multi-point with 2025 firmware bug
- −Cable not included
- −Pricier than XM6
Bose QuietComfort Ultra
Pros
- +Best comfort in class
- +Excellent ANC
- +Immersive Audio spatial feature
Cons
- −Bose app fiddly
- −No USB-C audio (3.5 mm + Bluetooth only)
- −No LDAC support
FAQ: Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra
Which is better, Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 or Bose QuietComfort Ultra? +
Both score 93 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 worth the price? +
At $449, Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in anc.
Is Bose QuietComfort Ultra worth the price? +
At $429, Bose QuietComfort Ultra delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in comfort.
Does Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 or Bose QuietComfort Ultra 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.