The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds aim high with premium noise cancellation, immersive spatial audio, and ergonomic comfort. With a $299+ price tag, they sit firmly in the luxury tier — but do they justify it?

Sound Quality

These earbuds deliver immersive, spacious sound — especially with Immersion Mode on. Deep bass, crisp highs, and excellent stereo separation give music a vivid, live feel. Bose's spatial audio is convincing, not gimmicky. While bass may be strong for some, a 3-band EQ in the Bose Music app lets you adjust your sound to taste.

Noise Cancellation

ANC is stellar. Quiet Mode blocks out everything from traffic to chatter, while Aware Mode offers a realistic ambient soundscape. It’s the perfect balance between isolation and awareness — ideal for commuters and open-office users alike.

Fit & Comfort

Interchangeable tips and wings provide a customizable fit. For most users, they're light and stable. However, active users may find the seal breaks during movement. It's worth trying all included sizes to find your best fit.

Battery & Charging

You’ll get 6 hours of ANC playback (or 4 with Immersion Mode), with the case bumping it up to ~24 total hours. Fast USB-C charging adds 2 hours in 20 minutes. Sadly, there’s no wireless charging — an odd miss for this price point.

Build & Controls

They look sleek, but feel plasticky. The case is compact but tricky to open and lacks a battery display. Touch controls are decent but can misfire — especially during sweaty sessions or adjustment. Software updates may improve reliability.

Connectivity

Multipoint Bluetooth works well, and pairing is smooth overall. But Apple users occasionally report minor connection bugs. Features like wear detection, auto switching, and one-earbud mode round out a thoughtful user experience.

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