Customer Ratings & Reviews

Honestly I’d say these are almost 5 star. I really love how comfortable they are and love the color. I was debating between these and Apple. I already have the Quiet Comfort Ear Buds and LOVE those but wanted something that also wasn’t in my ear for a little different effect for how the sound feels. I just wish it had an addition 1-2 buttons for changing modes on the other side and would have preferred maybe a button for sounds rather than a touch slider as it’s not the most efficient as changing volume I prefer to change volume from my phone.

Bose really out did themselves this time! Here’s my rankings: audio quality: 10/10, noise cancelling: 10/10, battery life: 10/10, durability: 9/10, setup: 9/10, connectivity: 9.5/10, user friendly: 9.5/10, appearance: 9.5/10. If you’re worried about the sound quality, don’t be. Bose does it best and the new immersive mode is something you have never truly experienced before! Again, worth every penny!

Wow. The sound is amazing. Crystal clear highs, solid, sharp bass, very comfortable to wear. I've owned others, and the weight gets to you after some time. Bose - QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) look and feel great. The name says it perfectly. The Bluetooth feature couldn't get easier to connect to almost any device I have. When I wish for silence and nothing but silence, I put them on, and the world just respects my desire for silence. Bose is not for someone looking for low-cost headphones. ONLY for those who appreciate the finer things in life and don't mind paying for them. The hardest part was choosing from the amazing color schemes they offer. Well done BOSE!

I've used other ANC headphones, including those that are considered to be in the "top tier" of this category (the one I own is also the latest model), so I have plenty for comparison in this review. I've never actually owned or tried a pair of Bose headphones before and I've been wanting to do so for a while. So, I figured with the Gen 2 of the QuietComfort Ultra's having just released, now would be a great time. How are they and how do they compare to what I'm already used to? Let's find out! As far as the unboxing experience goes, everything is pretty minimal and tightly packed. Everything opens (or, unfolds, rather - in the case of these) easily and inside the box, you are immediately presented with the case, holding these beautiful headphones. Inside, it's literally just the headphones and the cables. My only complaint is the way the "pocket" that holds the cable is made, it seems to compete with the headset real-estate, within the case. I have tons of USB-C cables, so I didn't really need to take this one out - but I wanted to see what all was in there. Well, getting the cable back in and getting the case shut with the headphones wound up being kind of a pain - you have to lay the cable just a certain way so it doesn't intersect with the headphones themselves, when closing the case. I'd have much rather seen the lining attached in such a way to where the cables are always positioned how they needed to be. Otherwise, this is a super minor issue I observed and in no way impacts this review or how I feel about anything, at all! Just some feedback for the future, I guess? Upon lifting these out of the case, I was amazed and how featherweight they felt. I also loved the construction and they certainly feel like they are built long-term. I will say, compared to other ANC headphones I've used, I significantly like the form, feel, style and comfort of these, the most. I do love Bose's design philosophy - simple, yet elegant - and it shows in spades with this product. The color I have is the Black. It may come across as "boring", but it goes with everything and the black cans with silver yokes complement each other well. The initial setup was a Breeze. I somehow already had a Bose account, so upon downloading the app on my iPhone 16 Pro Max (iOS 26), the first thing I did was sign in. Once done, I powered the headphones on and went through the connection process. It really couldn't have been simpler - everything connected properly on the first go and it did the firmware update - all without a hitch. The firmware update also went pretty quick - taking, I believe, less than about 8 minutes. Once done, I was greeted with the main interface of the app. As for the app itself, I was actually surprised as to how "simple" everything was, compared to what I'm used to with my other ANC headset, which has so many options, it's almost intimidating to use. Thus, I did enjoy the simplicity of the app, although it may be a tad TOO simple, with very limited EQ options and Sound Modes to choose from. The main settings are "Modes", "Noise Control", "EQ" and "Immersive Audio". There's a few others, but nothing you'd repeatedly have to use. At first, I was really confused on what the Modes option did. Basically, they're like a listening profile and each one (Quiet, Aware, Immersion and Cinema) all have presets for ANC and Immersive Audio. Overall, I felt this was a bit of a gimmick, because if you change any other setting, it seems to just remove the Mode selection completely. The Immersive Audio option is ...OK? There's "Off", "Still" and "Motion" and is essentially a type of 3D audio and causes the music or whatever you're listening to to move around, as you move your head or body. "Still" is just that - it works best when sitting and "Motion" again, named aptly so, since it works best when moving around. I personally prefer "Off", BUT it seems to lower the total overall volume by about...10%, for whatever reason? So, I just keep it on "Still", since I'm almost always sitting when wearing these. I'll switch them to "Motion" if I get up for more than 5 min or so, like doing chores, etc. Noise Control is literally an On/Off toggle with a slider to move it more to the ANC or Transparency side of things. I will say, the ANC is great and rivals my other headset but the Transparency option does sound like it has some sort of filter going on or something - they're nowhere near Apple-level ANC or Transparency, but it does the job, when needed - it just takes a while to get used to the sound of it. As far as sound quality, I put them right up there with my other ANC headset, just in a different way. While my others sound more full and "lively", these sound more flat and "neutral". This is all a personal preference thing. I will say, however, the tone range of these headphones are better for me, overall, as I have a bit of a hearing disability (mostly in my right ear) and has a lot to do with tones and frequency ranges. I can just hear vocals and instruments so much better! Also, they do bring the bass (I did make some EQ changes), which is pleasant enough without being so booming and overpowering. Sleep Token sounds absolutely amazing on these! I've also listened to Dream Theater, Alestorm, The Bug (Angry is a GREAT song for bass), Falling in Reverse, Slaughter to Prevail, Powerman 5000, Infected Mushroom, some other electronic bands and some video game music soundtracks. As you can see - I listen to a wide genre of music and all sounded equally amazing. I never had to change up my EQ to accommodate different genres. All in all, I put these right up there with my other ANC headphones and love them equally. I now actually have to actively decide which ones I want to use, haha. These truly are one of the best ANC cans on the market. Sure, the settings and other options within the app are pretty limited but...I kinda like that to be honest - it's a pleasant change of "set it and forget it". I can just put them on, adjust what I need to without having to sort through a million other options and get to listening to whatever, quicker. Overall, I'm giving the Bose QuiteComfort Ultra Gen 2's a 5/5 rating.

Coming from the second gen QC45, these are a great upgrade. The battery life is significantly improved! I used to have to rechard my 45's daily to every to every other day. Once I got the Ultra 2's, the battery life it shipped with, 80%, lasted me four days! They are comfortable on my big head and the sound quality had improved quite a bit. The noise cancelling is significantly better and no weird pressure feeling! These were expensive, but worth the money. Another positive is I can be connected to my PC and Phone at the same time and I don't get the crackling I used to get with my old ones when connected to two sources.

Excellent noise suppression. I can't believe how good my Spotify and Podcasts sound. Will be a MAJOR improvement on my international plane flights this year. The ear pieces fit comfortably over my ears and are extremely comfortable. Love the upgraded battery life.

Sound quality is excellent and very comfortable. The batter life last me for a long time without charging. I love the headphones and will buy as a gift for a family member too!

The Bose headset looks sleek and stylish, and the sound quality is excellent. What really stands out is the noise cancellation—it works incredibly well and makes a huge difference, especially in busy or loud environments. Overall, it’s comfortable, great-sounding, and well worth it.

Excellent purchase. Great fit and sound quality. They are lightweight love the color. Long lasting charge.

Main reason I purchased these headphones was because of noise cancellation. They are fantastic so far and the battery life is great I’ve used them for about 3-4 hrs a day and haven’t needed to recharge in 3 days and still have 70% battery life left. They are lightweight compared to other brands and very easy to use. Very happy with this purchase and would recommend.

A lightweight, comfortable headphone with great mid range and active noise cancellation that rivals other premium headphones. The 2nd gen ultra comfort truly is an upgrade compared to the 1st gen in terms of battery, software and better balanced mid range sound. In terms of comfort, it is the same, if not more softer to wear compared to the previous gen. Highly recommend this product if you wear glasses, as the clamp downs aren’t tight like the Sony XM06 or other brands.

Very light and comfortable however it may be loose on smaller heads. Overall good headphones with good mids and bass

I may have a biased review because I've been a fan of BOSE for a very long time. Once again, Bose delivered with the QC Ultra 2. Sound quality is excellent, fit and comfort are great, noise cancelling is excellent. Battery life has been excellent so far and I have no issues. I'm very happy with my purchase.

Good headphones with amazing sound quality. The color is gorgeous. The battery also last me all day, and when I say all day I mean it. Those Sunday cleaning days are no joke and these come in handy for those days.

Overall: The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Gen 2 headphones are a strong contender for anyone looking for top-tier active noise cancellation and comfortable, immersive listening. They’re a great option for frequent travelers or folks who want to drown out office noise. These are definitely geared toward people who don’t mind spending a bit more to enjoy a premium audio experience. They’re not ideal for gym use, though, since they don’t have a rating for sweat or water resistance. They also lack wireless charging, which a lot of other headphones include at this price point. Sound Quality: The QuietComfort Ultra Gen 2 delivers crisp, detailed audio with deep bass and clean highs. The sound signature is classic Bose: warm and balanced with a boosted low end, making them great for music, movies, or just about anything else. While a little flatter than some other headphones, you’re not going to get studio-reference sound here. USB-C lossless audio is a standout feature, offering higher fidelity than standard Bluetooth codecs. These are best paired with a streaming service that supports lossless audio, since compressed tracks won’t really show off what this headset can do. That said, the in-app EQ is super basic, and there’s no way to deeply customize the sound profile. For most users, Bose’s tuning will be more than fine, but those who like to tweak every frequency might be left wanting more. Active Noise Cancellation: This is where Bose blows most other headphones out of the water. The ANC is incredibly effective, easily muting road noise, office chatter, and of course, plane engines. Bose’s CustomTune tech adapts ANC to your ears every time you wear them, and it works brilliantly. If ANC is your top priority, these won’t disappoint. I promise. Other Sound Features: Along with ANC, you get a BeAware mode, which lets sound in so you can hear your surroundings if needed. The amount of noise cancellation is also adjustable, which is a nice touch. Immersive mode is another cool feature. Geared more toward movie content than music, it lets the sound follow your head movements. It’s basically 3D audio that shifts with your position. There are two modes: one for sitting and one for standing. Give them a shot. I found it pretty cool, but since I mostly listen to music, I kept it off for the most part. Bose also includes a new Cinema mode, which blends immersive audio with noise cancellation to really pull you into whatever you’re watching. It’s a fun feature for video content, and I recommend trying it out. Just keep in mind it drains the battery a bit faster. Connectivity: The headphones support Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C audio, and a 2.5mm analog cable. I had no issues pairing them with my iPhone. Plenty of audio codecs are supported, including SBC, AAC, and aptX, plus the lossless version of aptX. Long story short, these are going to sound great on basically any device you pair them with. And if you want the ultimate sound quality, you can always wire them in via USB-C for lossless audio. Comfort: The QuietComfort Ultra Gen 2 are comfortable, but not quite as comfortable as some of the previous Bose models I’ve owned. Maybe they’re still breaking in, but I’m hoping they get a bit more forgiving over time. I have a large head, and the clamping force feels a little strong right now. I also have to extend them to the largest setting to fit properly, but that’s true for most headphones I own. Battery Life: Battery life is good, but not great. You’ll get 30 hours with ANC off and 24 hours with ANC on. That’s more than enough for long flights or workdays, but it falls short compared to some other comparable headphones. There’s also an auto-shutoff feature that’s worked flawlessly whenever I take them off, and a low-power mode that helps preserve battery when not in use. Sadly, wireless charging isn’t supported, but USB-C fast charging is included. Design: The design is classy and modern, with polished metal accents and a dark black finish. The build is mostly plastic with some metal, which keeps the weight down without feeling cheap. The included faux-leather carrying case is a nice touch and stores the headphones securely. Pros: Industry-leading ANC Crisp Bose sound Quality build USB-C lossless audio Classy and modern design Comes with carrying case and cables Cons: Expensive Limited EQ customization No wireless charging No IP rating for water or sweat resistance

Amazing comfort, class-leading noise cancellation, and rich, balanced sound. Spatial audio makes movies and music feel more immersive without sounding fake. Battery life is solid and you can wear these for hours with zero fatigue. If you want premium ANC headphones that simply deliver — these are worth every dollar.

Nice headphones works great for canceling noise besides working as headphones. Soft, compact, comfortable, great sound. Perfect for shutting out the outside world or listening to music without disturbing others. Works great with my I-phone & iPad too. I love the color. Battery lasts a long time & its easy to recharge.

Very comfortable on my ears. Love the sound quality of left and right during song playback. Also battery life is awesome. I would highly recommend this headset to music lovers of all ages.

noise cancellation definitely works. sand color looks amazing , bass is good but not too punchy. once u pair, it tells u to download the app to adjust sound settings which is nice and helpful. strap that goes over head is very comfortable

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) takes everything great about the QC line and turns it up a notch. The CustomTune and Immersive Audio modes create a true 3D soundstage that feels natural, not gimmicky. Active noise cancellation is still industry-leading, but now transitions more smoothly with adjustable aware levels. The Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity is rock-solid , instant pairing and multipoint support work flawlessly between my phone and laptop. Battery life averages around 24 hours per charge, and a quick 15-minute top-up gives several hours of playback. The touch and physical control combo is intuitive, and the redesign feels lighter yet sturdier. For audiophiles and everyday listeners alike, the QC Ultra 2nd Gen delivers a premium experience with class-leading comfort and sound accuracy. Bose once again sets the bar for wireless noise-cancelling headphones.