Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Last updated -- hours ago | Report incorrect information
MUSIC: Very Good—8.6/10
CALLS: Poor—5.1/10
GAMING: Very Good—8.8/10
TV: Very Good—8.1/10
PODCASTS & AUDIOBOOKS: Fair—6.0/10
EXERCISE: Very Good—8.3/10
AIR TRAVEL: Very Good—8.7/10
NOISE REDUCTION: Very Good—8.9/10
BUILD QUALITY: Excellent—9.0/10
BATTERY: Very Good—8.0/10
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds offer excellent overall sound quality, with superb noise isolation which makes them perfect for air travel and use in noisy environments. They also have a high comfort score, ideal for extended listening periods. These earbuds are wireless, supporting AAC and AptX Adaptive codecs for better sound, and they are sweatproof, enhancing their suitability for exercise. However, calls and meetings might not be optimal due to the earbuds' fair mic quality. Designed for durability, they come with stability bands but the poor gaming score suggests they may not be the best choice for gamers due to possible latency issues. They provide an impressive 6.5 hours of battery life, with a case offering an additional 21 hours, though they lack wireless charging. The earbuds are optimized for both Android and Apple devices, and they come with an integrated app that allows equalizer and controls customization for a personalized experience. Give Feedback
this description is based on the product variant with some specs. At the time of writing, the variant with some specs cost some dollars.
Evaluation
Pros
- Excellent overall sound quality
- Very good comfort
- Best in class noise isolation
- Good for air travel
- App customization available
Cons
- Fair microphone quality
- Poor for gaming usage
- Only fair for calls and meetings
- Non-detachable cable
Ratings by Category
Music:4.6
This evaluates the product when used solely to listen to music. It takes into account the sound quality, whether or not they support high quality codecs, their ability to reproduce soundstage, and whether or not it has any virtual surround capabilities.
Gaming:4.6
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds are well-suited for gaming due to their support for AptX Adaptive, which ensures low latency for a synchronized and responsive audio experience. However, the microphone quality is rated as fair, which may not be ideal for gamers who rely on clear communication during gameplay.
Air Travel:4.6
This score evaluates the product for use on airplanes and other similar kinds of travel. It takes into account noise reduction and portability, including case shape, case size, and weight. It also incorporates the battery life of the product, long-haul comfort, noise reduction (both active and passive), and sound quality. We generally consider wireless products to be more suitable for air travel.
Exercise:4.5
This score evaluates the product when used for exercise and physical activity. It mainly takes into account comfort, whether or not the products are sweatproof and how secure are the earbuds or headphones while wearing them. We also consider products with wireless capabilities to be more suitable for this particular scenario
TV & Video:4.4
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds are excellent for watching TV and videos because they feature low latency technology, meaning there's minimal delay between the video you see and the audio you hear, and they also offer very good sound quality for an immersive viewing experience.
Portability:4.4
The Portability score is based on an overall assessment that includes volume and maximum dimension of the product (and case, if relevant), and its weight. Special features like foldability for headphones are also taken into account.
Battery Life:4.4
The Battery Life rating is based on hours of typical, actual usage.
Podcasts & Audiobooks:3.1
This score evaluates the product when used solely to listen to podcasts or audiobooks. It takes into account sound quality and sound signature, to be able to keep voices clear and intelligible. It also considers battery life, when available, and comfort.
Full Specs
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Price | $249 | ||
Brand | Bose | ||
Release Date | September 1, 2023 | ||
Form Factor | Earbuds | ||
Connectivity | Wireless | ||
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score  | 8.7/10 | ||
Phone Calls Score | 5.1/10 | ||
Gaming Score | 8.8/10 | ||
TV and Video Score | 8.2/10 | ||
Exercise Score | 8.4/10 | ||
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | ||
Wireless charging | No | ||
Charging time | 2 Hours | ||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | ||
Case Battery Life | 21 | ||
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | ||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.9/10 | ||
Virtual Surround | Yes | ||
Android App | Yes | ||
iOS App | Yes | ||
Mic Quality | 6.2/10 | ||
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | 9/10 | ||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | ||
Size | Medium | ||
Weight of single earbud | 7.7 Grams | ||
Microphone style | Integrated | ||
Shopping
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
See more
Dig into reviews and images
Soundguys
Christian Thomas | October 2023
"Bose put the time in to fix the major issues with the previous earbuds, and the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds are very befitting of its price point. While you might be tempted to save a few bucks and go with the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II on sale, fight the urge. There are enough upgrades here to justify the newer model."
Comparison charts
Give feedback
We're constantly perfecting our model
Earbuds or Headphones guides you may be interested in
Compare Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds to similarly priced alternatives
Compare Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds vs. Apple Airpods Pro
VS
Compare Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds vs. Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
VS
Compare Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds vs. Jabra Elite Active 75t
VS
Compare Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds vs. Grado GT220
VS
Compare Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds vs. Sennheiser Accentum Plus
VS
Compare Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds vs. Sony WF1000XM4
VS
FAQs
FAQs about Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
FAQs about earbuds and headphones
Why trust us
This information was produced and vetted by the PerfectRec earbuds & headphones team. We are a product research and recommendation organization that meticulously reviews and evaluates the latest earbuds or headphones information and makes it digestible for you.
By the numbers
108
Earbuds and headphones evaluated
11,340
Earbuds and headphones stats compiled
15
Proprietary Earbuds and headphones ratings developed
55,400
Recommendations made
8,310
Consumer hours saved
About the Earbuds or Headphones team
Joe Golden, Ph.D
CEO and Earbuds and Headphones Editor
Joe is an entrepreneur and lifelong electronics enthusiast with a Ph.D in Economics from the University of Michigan.
Nick Landia, Ph.D
Chief Data Scientist
Nick is a machine learning expert with a Ph.D in recommendation systems from the University of Warwick.
Aaron Koller, Ph.D
Head of Product
Aaron is a product leader and recommendation enthusiast with a Ph.D in philosophy from Syracuse University.
Jason Lew
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Jason is a staff expert and software engineer that has been making laptop recommendations for 7 years and moderates one of the largest laptop subreddits.
Chandradeep Chowdhury
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Chandradeep is a staff expert and software engineer and expert in televisions and monitors. He’s been making monitor recommendations for ten years.
Luis Torres
Earbuds and Headphones Expert
Luis is a Mexico-based headphones expert. He’s been making headphone recommendations for five years and has close to 100 pairs in his personal collection.
Featured in
