Weight
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- 6.24 g per earbud
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
- 7.7 g per earbud
Earbuds comparison
Bose QuietComfort II vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
KSh 35,000In Stock | 02  Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
KSh 29,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II has faster recharging (1 hour) and is lighter on the head, while the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds has hi-res Bluetooth audio and virtual surround sound.
Connections
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- Supports AAC, SBC audio
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
- Supports AAC, APTX ADAPTIVE, SBC audio
Controls
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
- Touch controls
Software
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- Works with the Bose Music app
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
- Works with the Bose app
Charging time
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- 1 hour earbuds, 3 hours case
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
- 2 hours earbuds, 3 hours case
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- Recharges faster: 1 hour (vs 2 hours).
- Lighter: 6.24 g each (vs 7.7 g).
- Supports AAC, SBC audio.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
- aptX Adaptive hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
- Virtual surround sound.
- Lower price: KSh 29,000 (vs KSh 35,000).
- Supports AAC, APTX ADAPTIVE, SBC audio.
- Supports spatial audio.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Bose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L | Bose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L |
| Weight | 6.24 g per earbud | 7.7 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 24 hours with the case | Up to 24 hours with the case |
| Controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes | Touch controls |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance |
| Software | Works with the Bose Music app | Works with the Bose app |
| Charging time | 1 hour earbuds, 3 hours case | 2 hours earbuds, 3 hours case |
| Audio codecs | AAC, SBC | AAC, SBC, aptX Adaptive on supported Snapdragon Sound devices |
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Detailed comparison
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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
Get the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II if you want faster recharging and a lighter fit, or the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds if you would rather have hi-res Bluetooth audio and virtual surround sound.
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