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Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen)

If silence is the whole point, Bose still sets the bar. The QC Ultra's noise cancellation is the strongest we've seen tested, with plush long-haul comfort.

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Pros

  • Best-in-class noise cancellation for flights and commutes
  • Extremely comfortable for long sessions
  • Immersive Audio mode is genuinely fun

Cons

  • Battery life trails Sony
  • Sound is very good but less customizable
  • Expensive

Video reviews

Independent YouTube reviews — we favor long-term follow-ups over launch coverage.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 2) review — 6 months later
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen — unboxing & review

Benchmarks & lab testing

Independent measurement data from testing sites.