Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
True-wireless · 2024
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
CustomTune ANC · Immersive Audio · aptX Lossless
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 lands at 88 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds at 92. That puts Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 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
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testNoise cancelling
Bose QuietComfort Ultra EarbudsCompared on the noise cancelling sub-score
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds leads on anc (98 vs 85).
Comfort
Bose QuietComfort Ultra EarbudsCompared on the comfort sub-score
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds leads on comfort (94 vs 86).
Sound
Bose QuietComfort Ultra EarbudsCompared on the sound sub-score
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds leads on sound (92 vs 87).
Value for money
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 more score per dollar ($229 vs $299).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True-wireless | — |
| Release year | 2024 | — |
| Battery | — | 6 h (ANC) / 24 h case |
| Codecs | — | aptX Lossless, SBC, AAC |
| Water rating | — | IPX4 |
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
- +Best ANC for earbuds
- +Excellent comfort with StayHear Max tips
- +Immersive Audio
- −Only 6 h battery
- −Case is chunky
- −No wireless charging standard
FAQ: Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Which is better, Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 or Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds? +
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 worth the price? +
At $229, Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — 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 Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 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.
Which is better for noise cancelling, Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 or Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds? +
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds — leads on anc (98 vs 85). Compared on the noise cancelling sub-score.
Which is better for comfort, Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 or Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds? +
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds — leads on comfort (94 vs 86). Compared on the comfort sub-score.