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Powerbeats Fit vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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Powerbeats Fit

Powerbeats Fit

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 5.78 g per earbud.
  • Up to 30 hours with the case.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 34,000In Stock
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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 7.7 g per earbud.
  • Up to 24 hours with the case.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
KSh 29,000In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Powerbeats Fit is the stronger choice: it offers up to 30 hours with the charging case and is lighter on the head, while the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds only costs KSh 5,000 less.

Weight

Powerbeats Fit
5.78 g per earbud
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
7.7 g per earbud

Battery life

Powerbeats Fit
Up to 30 hours with the case
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Up to 24 hours with the case

Fit

Powerbeats Fit
Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Bose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L

Controls

Powerbeats Fit
Multifunction button per earbud
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Touch controls

Connections

Powerbeats Fit
Class 1 Bluetooth
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Bluetooth 5.3

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Powerbeats Fit

  • Rated for up to 30 hours in total with the charging case (vs 24).
  • Lighter: 5.78 g each (vs 7.7 g).
  • Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2023).

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds

  • Lower price: KSh 29,000 (vs KSh 34,000).
  • aptX Adaptive hi-res Bluetooth codec support.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityPowerbeats FitBose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Weight5.78 g per earbud7.7 g per earbud
Battery lifeUp to 30 hours with the caseUp to 24 hours with the case
ConnectionsClass 1 BluetoothBluetooth 5.3
Water resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistance
Charging5 minutes provides up to 1 hour20 minutes provides up to 2 hours
SoftwareWorks with the Beats appWorks with the Bose app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationPowerbeats FitBose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
BrandBeatsBose
ModelPowerbeats FitQuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Announced20252023
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationPowerbeats FitBose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Weight5.78g per earbud; 49.75g case; 61.3g total7.7g per earbud; 59.8g case
DimensionsEarbud 27.4 x 21.5 x 20.4mm; case 62.5 x 55.4 x 27.5mmEarbud 31.2 x 20.3 x 24.4mm; case 66.3 x 59.4 x 26.7mm

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationPowerbeats FitBose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Battery LifeUp to 7 hours; up to 30 hours with charging caseUp to 6 hours; up to 24 hours with charging case
Fast Charging5 minutes provides up to 1 hour20 minutes provides up to 2 hours
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C (case)
Charging Time—2 hours earbuds; 3 hours case
Wireless Charging—Optional wireless charging case cover

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationPowerbeats FitBose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
ConnectionClass 1 BluetoothBluetooth
App SupportBeats app on Android; native Apple integrationBose app
Bluetooth—Bluetooth 5.3
Bluetooth Range—9m
Multipoint Connection—Yes

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationPowerbeats FitBose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Voice AssistantHands-free Siri; Android voice assistant—
SensorsAuto Play/Pause wear sensors—
Special FeaturesApple H1 chip; tuck-to-lock wingtips; Fit TestCustomTune; Immersive Audio; ActiveSense

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationPowerbeats FitBose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Active Noise CancellationAdaptive ANCAdjustable ANC with CustomTune
Transparency / Ambient ModeYesAware mode with ActiveSense
Spatial AudioPersonalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head trackingBose Immersive Audio
Microphones6 advanced microphones; dual beamforming microphones per earbud for calls8 Total (4 per earbud)
Audio FeaturesAdaptive EQ; Apple H1 chipBose Immersive Audio (Spatial Audio)
Audio Codecs—AAC, SBC, aptX Adaptive on supported Snapdragon Sound devices

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationPowerbeats FitBose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Case TypeCharging caseCharging case
Case Battery LifeIncluded in total battery figures aboveIncluded in the total battery-life figures above
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Dimensions62.5 x 55.4 x 27.5mm66.3 x 59.4 x 26.7mm
Case Weight49.75g59.8g
Case FeaturesCharging caseProtective charging case
Case Wireless Charging—No

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationPowerbeats FitBose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
ControlsMultifunction button per earbudTouch controls
Water & Dust ResistanceIPX4 (earbuds and case)IPX4 earbuds
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsSilicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L; secure-fit wingtipsBose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationPowerbeats FitBose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Headphones / EarbudsPowerbeats Fit earbudsQuietComfort Ultra Earbuds earbuds
Charging CaseCharging caseCharging case
Charging CableUSB-C cable sold separatelyUSB-C charging cable
Audio CableTrue wireless designTrue wireless design
Ear Tips / AccessoriesSilicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L; secure-fit wingtipsBose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L
DocumentationQuick Start Guide and warranty cardQuick start and safety documentation

Similarities

  • Both are rated IPX4.
  • Both have active noise cancellation.
  • Both work with a companion app.
  • Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

For most buyers the Powerbeats Fit is the better buy; the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds makes sense if price matters most, as it costs less.

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