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Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra

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

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Google Pixel Buds Pro 2

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 4.7 g per earbud.
  • Bluetooth 5.4 connection.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 28,000In 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 Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 is the better buy: it has better water and dust protection (IP54), lasts longer between charges (up to 12 hours) and is lighter on the head and slimmer.

Weight

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
4.7 g per earbud
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
7.7 g per earbud

Connections

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
Bluetooth 5.4 connection
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Bluetooth 5.3 connection

Controls

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
Touch controls for playback
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Touch controls for everyday use

Fit

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Bose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L

Water resistance

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
IP54 water and dust resistance
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
IPX4 water and dust resistance

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2

  • IP54 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
  • Longer rated battery life: up to 12 hours (vs 6 hours).
  • Case wireless charging.
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).
  • Lighter: 4.7 g each (vs 7.7 g).
  • Lower price: KSh 28,000 (vs KSh 29,000).

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds

  • aptX Adaptive hi-res Bluetooth codec support.

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PriorityGoogle Pixel Buds Pro 2Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
FitSilicone ear tips, XS/S/M/LBose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L
Weight4.7 g per earbud7.7 g per earbud
Battery lifeUp to 12 hours / 48 hours with case (ANC off)Up to 24 hours with the case
ControlsCapacitive touch and swipe controlsTouch controls
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.3
Water resistanceIP54 water and dust resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistance

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Buds Pro 2Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
BrandGoogleBose
ModelPixel Buds Pro 2QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Announced20242023
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
ColorPorcelain, Hazel, Wintergreen, Peony, Moonstone—

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Buds Pro 2Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Weight4.7g per earbud; 65g case with earbuds7.7g per earbud; 59.8g case
DimensionsEarbud 22.74 x 23.08 x 17.03mm; case 49.9 x 63.3 x 25mmEarbud 31.2 x 20.3 x 24.4mm; case 66.3 x 59.4 x 26.7mm

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Buds Pro 2Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Battery LifeUp to 12 hours / 48 hours with case (ANC off); 8 hours / 30 hours with case (ANC on)Up to 6 hours; up to 24 hours with charging case
Fast Charging5 minutes provides up to 1.5 hours (ANC off)20 minutes provides up to 2 hours
Charging PortUSB-C (case)USB-C (case)
Wireless ChargingYes (Qi case)Optional wireless charging case cover
Charging Time—2 hours earbuds; 3 hours case

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Buds Pro 2Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.3
Multipoint ConnectionYesYes
App SupportGoogle Pixel Buds app on AndroidBose app
Bluetooth Range—9m

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Buds Pro 2Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Voice AssistantGemini and Google Assistant—
SensorsCapacitive touch, IR proximity, accelerometer, gyroscope and Hall sensors—
Special FeaturesGoogle Tensor A1; Conversation Detection; Find My Device networkCustomTune; Immersive Audio; ActiveSense

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Buds Pro 2Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
DriversCustom-designed 11mm dynamic drivers—
Active Noise CancellationActive Noise Cancellation with Silent Seal 2.0Adjustable ANC with CustomTune
Transparency / Ambient ModeYesAware mode with ActiveSense
Spatial AudioSpatial Audio with head tracking on compatible Pixel devicesBose Immersive Audio
MicrophonesThree microphones per earbud8 Total (4 per earbud)
Audio FeaturesGoogle Tensor A1 audio processing; multi-path signal processing; hearing wellness featuresBose Immersive Audio (Spatial Audio)
Audio Codecs—AAC, SBC, aptX Adaptive on supported Snapdragon Sound devices

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Buds Pro 2Bose 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 Wireless ChargingYesNo
Case Dimensions49.9 x 63.3 x 25mm66.3 x 59.4 x 26.7mm
Case Weight65g with earbuds59.8g
Case FeaturesProtective charging caseProtective charging case

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Buds Pro 2Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
ControlsCapacitive touch and swipe controlsTouch controls
Water & Dust ResistanceIP54 earbuds; IPX4 caseIPX4 earbuds
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsSilicone ear tips, XS/S/M/LBose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Buds Pro 2Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Headphones / EarbudsPixel Buds Pro 2 earbudsQuietComfort Ultra Earbuds earbuds
Charging CaseCharging caseCharging case
Charging CableUSB-C charging cableUSB-C charging cable
Audio CableTrue wireless designTrue wireless design
Ear Tips / AccessoriesSilicone ear tips, XS/S/M/LBose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L
DocumentationQuick start guide and safety documentationQuick start and safety documentation

Similarities

  • 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.
  • Both use IPX4 (water & dust resistance).

In summary

The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 is the better buy for almost everyone, with better water and dust protection and longer battery life.

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