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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones is tracked as a headphones option for shoppers focused on premium comfort, immersive ANC, travel.

Best for premium comfort, immersive ANC, travel when the current US reference price is meaningfully below competing options.

Best for premium comfortBest for immersive ANCBest for travel

Score

8.8 / 10

Price

$349

Released

Oct 3, 2023

Data last verified Jun 29, 2026. Status: available.

Should you buy it?

A practical ownership call

  • Buy it if you want premium comfort and immersive ANC.
  • Skip it if street pricing can change quickly.
  • Check current US street pricing before paying launch-level money.

North America availability

US availability

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones is tracked as a US-market option through official brand channels and mainstream electronics retailers.

Canada note

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones may be available in Canada through brand stores or major electronics retailers, but pricing should be checked separately in CAD.

Common retailers

Bose, Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target

Deal timing

holiday sales, travel season, back-to-school, Prime Day-style events

Use official Bose warranty terms and the retailer return window as the baseline before buying in North America.

Price and availability notes

Specs source

Bose official product materials and public North America launch documentation are used as editorial references.

Price source

Bose US launch pricing and common North America street-price patterns are maintained as editorial USD references.

Image note

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Buying scores

Noise Cancellation

9.1

Sound Quality

9

Comfort

9.4

Battery

8.2

Call Quality

7.9

Value

8.5

Pros

  • Good fit for premium comfort
  • Competitive when discounted in the US market
  • Useful alternative inside the headphones shortlist

Cons

  • Street pricing can change quickly
  • Does not replace higher-end options for demanding users

Who should skip it

Skip Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones if street pricing can change quickly, does not replace higher-end options for demanding users would affect your daily use. Compare the alternatives below before committing, especially if a neighboring product is discounted or better aligned with your ecosystem.

Specifications

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones specifications
Type Over-ear wireless
Noise Cancellation Active noise cancellation
Battery Life Up to 30 to 60 hours
Charging USB-C charging
Bluetooth Codecs SBC, AAC, app-dependent codecs
Weight 180g to 290g
Water Resistance Not rated or splash resistant depending on model

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