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Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 — World-class ANC · 30hr · Immersive Audio
Bose

Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2

World-class ANC · 30hr · Immersive Audio

93
/ 100
From $449
VS
Bose QuietComfort Ultra — CustomTune ANC · Immersive Audio · aptX Adaptive
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
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Bose QuietComfort Ultra

Tuning, detail, and staging

Bose QuietComfort Ultra leads on sound (92 vs 90).

Noise cancelling

Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2

ANC strength for commute and travel

Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 leads on anc (100 vs 96).

Comfort

Bose QuietComfort Ultra

Long-session wearability

Bose QuietComfort Ultra leads on comfort (98 vs 96).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

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

Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 versus Bose QuietComfort Ultra — full spec comparison
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.

Which is better for sound quality, Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 or Bose QuietComfort Ultra? +

Bose QuietComfort Ultra — leads on sound (92 vs 90). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 or Bose QuietComfort Ultra? +

Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 — leads on anc (100 vs 96). ANC strength for commute and travel.