Weight
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
- 7.7 g per earbud
- Powerbeats Pro 2
- 8.7 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
Bose QuietComfort Ultra vs Powerbeats Pro 2
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
KSh 29,000In Stock | 02  Powerbeats Pro 2
KSh 32,500In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Powerbeats Pro 2 lasts longer per charge (10 hours) and offers case wireless charging, while the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds is slimmer.
Fit
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
- Bose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L
- Powerbeats Pro 2
- Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L/XL
Controls
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
- Touch controls
- Powerbeats Pro 2
- Multifunction button and volume rockers on each earbud
Connections
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
- Bluetooth 5.3
- Powerbeats Pro 2
- Class 1 Bluetooth
Audio
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
- Bose Immersive Audio
- Powerbeats Pro 2
- Adaptive EQ
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
- Slimmer: 20.3 mm thick (vs 24 mm).
- Lower price: KSh 29,000 (vs KSh 32,500).
- aptX Adaptive hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
Powerbeats Pro 2
- Rated for up to 10 hours per charge (vs 6).
- Rated for up to 45 hours in total with the charging case (vs 24).
- Case wireless charging.
- Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2023).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds | Powerbeats Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Bose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L | Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L/XL |
| Weight | 7.7 g per earbud | 8.7 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 24 hours with the case | Up to 10 hours per charge; 45 hours with the case |
| Controls | Touch controls | Multifunction button and volume rockers on each earbud |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Class 1 Bluetooth |
| Water resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance |
| Audio | Bose Immersive Audio | Adaptive EQ |
| Charging | 20 minutes provides up to 2 hours | 5 minutes provides up to 1.5 hours |
| Software | Works with the Bose app | Works with the Beats app |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
These products have the same published specifications.
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 Pro 2 is the better buy; the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds makes sense if you want a slimmer build.
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