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- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen
- Supports AAC, APTX ADAPTIVE, SBC audio
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- Supports AAC, SBC audio
Earbuds comparison
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected ![]() Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen
KSh 34,400In Stock | 02 ![]() Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
KSh 35,000In Stock |
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Choose the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen if you want aptX Adaptive hi-res codec support, faster recharging (20 minutes) and wireless charging. Choose the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II if you want a lighter build (6.24 g each).
The main differences to help you choose.
| Priority | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Silicone ear tips in S, M and L | Bose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L |
| Weight | 7.3 g per earbud | 6.24 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 6 hours per charge | Up to 24 hours with the case |
| Controls | Touch controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes |
| Noise cancellation | Adjustable noise cancellation with CustomTune | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance |
| Charging | 20 minutes provides up to 2 hours of playback | 20 minutes provides up to 2 hours |
| Software | Works with the Bose app | Works with the Bose Music app |
| Audio codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive | AAC, SBC |
| Case features | Wireless charging | Protective charging case |
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Explore the full specifications, section by section.
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Bose | Bose |
| Model | QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) | QuietComfort Earbuds II |
| Announced | 2025 | 2022 |
| Type | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds |
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 0.016 lb per earbud | 6.24g per earbud |
| Dimensions | 29.9 × 12.5 × 24.9 mm per earbud | — |
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 6 hours with Immersive Audio off; up to 4 hours with Immersive Audio on | Up to 6 hours; up to 24 hours with charging case |
| Charging Time | Earbuds: 2 hours; case: 3 hours | 1 hour earbuds; 3 hours case |
| Fast Charging | 20 minutes provides up to 2 hours of playback | 20 minutes provides up to 2 hours |
| Charging Port | USB-C on charging case | USB-C (case) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, charging case | No |
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth wireless | Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Range | Up to 9 m | 9m |
| Multipoint Connection | Yes | — |
| Cable Length | 12-inch charging cable | — |
| App Support | Bose app | Bose Music app |
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
|---|---|---|
| Special Features | CustomTune; SpeechClarity; customizable touch controls | CustomTune sound calibration; ActiveSense |
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive | AAC, SBC |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Adjustable noise cancellation with CustomTune | Adjustable ANC with CustomTune |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Aware mode with improved ActiveSense | Aware mode with ActiveSense |
| Spatial Audio | Bose Immersive Audio; Cinema Mode | — |
| Microphones | Four microphones per earbud | 4 per earbud (8 Total) |
| Audio Features | CustomTune audio personalisation | — |
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | Wireless charging case | Charging case |
| Case Battery Life | Up to 18 additional hours | Included in the total battery-life figures above |
| Case Charging | 3 hours | USB-C |
| Case Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Wireless Charging | Yes | No |
| Case Dimensions | 66.3 × 59.7 × 26.9 mm | — |
| Case Weight | 0.132 lb | — |
| Case Water & Dust Resistance | No water resistance | — |
| Case Features | Wireless charging; battery level reporting in Bose app | Protective charging case |
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Touch controls; disable option in app | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX4 earbuds | IPX4 earbuds |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Silicone ear tips in S, M and L; three stability-band sizes | Bose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L |
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) | QuietComfort Earbuds II earbuds |
| Charging Case | Wireless charging case | Charging case |
| Charging Cable | USB-A to USB-C cable | USB-C charging cable |
| Audio Cable | True wireless design | True wireless design |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | Three pairs of ear tips; three pairs of stability bands | Bose Fit Kit: ear tips and stability bands, S/M/L |
| Documentation | Safety sheet | Quick start and safety documentation |
These products have the same published specifications.
QuietComfort II is the lighter option to carry; QuietComfort Ultra 2nd trades extra weight for hi-res Bluetooth audio and faster recharging.
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