Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Designed for listeners who want a premium, feature-rich in-ear experience, the QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) pair adjustable noise cancelling, Bose app control and USB-C charging with a compact IPX4-rated build. SoundGuys identifies them as a particularly compelling fit for larger-eared, well-funded Android users seeking advanced wireless options.
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Sound Quality
50/100
Fit Comfort Isolation
55/100
Build Accessories
55/100
Value for Money
85/100
Pros
Offers advanced options aimed at Android users.
May be especially suitable for listeners with larger ears.
Cons
Premium pricing makes them better suited to deep-pocketed buyers.
Fit may be less ideal for listeners without larger ears.
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What Reviewers Are Saying
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 50/100
The supplied review extract does not discuss the earbuds' bass, midrange, treble, detail retrieval, spatial presentation, or dynamics. It therefore offers no reliable listening evidence on the sound signature or technical performance.
Bass
50/100
The supplied review material does not describe sub-bass extension, bass impact, mid-bass balance, texture, or control. No conclusion about low-frequency performance can be drawn from the available evidence.
Midrange
50/100
Reviewers provide no comments on vocal placement, instrumental body, timbre, clarity, or upper-midrange behavior. The available extract is silent on midrange performance.
Treble
50/100
The supplied material does not address treble extension, air, detail, smoothness, sibilance, or fatigue. There is no reviewer evidence to characterize the high frequencies.
Resolution Separation
50/100
No supplied comments assess microdetail, layering, instrument separation, or performance in dense recordings. The review extract does not establish how resolving these earbuds are.
Soundstage Imaging
50/100
The available review material does not discuss stage width, depth, image placement, or positional precision. Spatial performance is not covered in the supplied evidence.
Dynamics Coherence
50/100
Reviewers do not comment on transient response, punch, rhythmic drive, or integration across the frequency range. The provided extract gives no evidence about dynamic behavior or coherence.
FIT COMFORT ISOLATION PERFORMANCE 55/100
SoundGuys positions these as better suited to listeners with larger ears, which makes fit compatibility a meaningful consideration. The supplied material does not assess seal consistency or real-world noise reduction, despite the earbuds' adjustable noise-cancelling feature.
Seal Stability
50/100
The review extract does not say whether the earbuds achieve or retain a reliable seal during ordinary movement. It also does not report any fit-related bass changes or tonal inconsistency.
Comfort
65/100
SoundGuys describes these as intended for a “large-eared” enthusiast, suggesting that their physical fit may favor larger ear anatomy. The supplied review does not provide long-session comfort observations or describe pressure points.
Isolation
50/100
The product offers adjustable noise cancelling, but the supplied review excerpt does not evaluate its effectiveness or passive isolation. There is no reviewer comparison with competing noise-cancelling earbuds.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Accessories
55/100
The specifications list an IPX4-rated design, USB-C charging case, Bose app support, and six-hour stated battery life. However, the supplied review does not comment on shell durability, finish quality, case usability, cable-free controls, included tips, or long-term reliability.
Value for Money
85/100
At $299, these sit among premium noise-cancelling true-wireless earbuds, and SoundGuys characterizes the target buyer as “deep-pocketed.” The supplied review does not compare them directly with similarly priced peers or identify cheaper alternatives, so it does not establish either exceptional value or a clear pricing disadvantage.
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Specifications
- Headphone Fit
- In Ear
- Microphones
- Built-in Microphone
- Noise Cancelling
- Yes
- Noise Control Type
- Adjustable Noise Cancelling
- Water Resistant
- IPX4
- Maximum Talk Time
- 4
- Bud Single
- 1.18" H x 0.49" W x 0.98" D (0.016 lb)
- Case
- 2.60" H x 2.35" W x 1.06" D (0.132 lb)
- Product Material
- Plastic (PC-ABS), Silicone, Metal
- Rechargeable
- Yes
- Battery Life
- 6 hours
- Battery Charge Time
- 2 hours
- Charging Accessory included
- Yes
- Charging Interface(s)
- USB C PORT
- Wireless Connectivity
- A2DP Bluetooth Audio Streaming HFP Bluetooth
- Bose App
- Bose App
Manufacturer's Description — Bose
Our quietest in-ear noise cancelling
When music means everything, there's the next-gen QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds. Because every listen deserves the premium, personalized audio of CustomTune tech, our best in-ear noise cancellation, and the comfortable fit of our best earbuds. So you get a heart-stopping experience every time you press play.
In-ear cinema sound
- Make all your video content come to life in a whole new way with Cinema Mode. This new feature spatializes your audio while balancing background sounds and sound effects, giving you a theater-like experience in your earbuds.
The app makes it even easier
Breeze through setup and personalize your earbuds in the Bose app. Create custom modes with a noise cancellation level of your choosing, access Adjustable EQ, pair with select Bose products, and get updates — always ready for the next song.
Listen like only you can
Get world-class noise cancellation and sound performance tuned to your ears' unique shape. The result? Bigger goosebumps and more chills every time you press play.
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