Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)

“I come from the xm5 earbuds and just bought the QC Ultra 2nd gen’s because even though I loved the Sony’s, I don’t like wearing them knowing there’s too much toxic chemicals in them.”

“A firmware update for the bose qc ultra 2 basically removes multi point connection and the xm6 seems like they have the hinge problem still. Seems like both have their issues.”

“I had the Ultra headphones which caused severe skin irritation. I got rid of them as the only solution was buying third party ear pads which would have changed the sound.”

“Bose was never comfortable to me, I tried from 35 over to the latest and microphone is still on xm4 level, and i find them uncomfortable even when testing them in store.”

“If you're moving around a lot and size isn't a concern, the Headphones would probably be better as the earbud Ultra IIs seem to slip out of my ears (much more than my old Bose QC II earbuds).”

“My ultra used daily for over a year is still working great. Had some firmware issue at the start but currently it is Ok. Good anc, great sound and sturdy.”

“I've owned both of these and currently use the QC Ultra. They both sound great and have really good ANC. The Bose ANC feels slightly better”

“My QCU headphone experience has been disappointing from day one when I realized I now have to wait for (what feels like) an eternity just for audio confirmation that I actually powered them on/off.”

“Found the audio really enjoyable and could live with their quirks for most part. (like the separate 2.5mm to listen wired) Dealbreaker was the creaking plastic headband.”

“I hated the creaks and clicks, they don’t feel very well made. I went to the usual QCs instead, proper buttons as well. I much prefer Sonos Ace for build quality.”

“bose are extremely limited in settings but they do give the immersive audio for free without needing a subscription to something else. they do sound great also just limited performance for me”

“for me the ultra is better than sony, better sound, better spacial sound, a bit better anc imo, mich better comfort on longue time wearing”

“Super comfortable and ANC is top notch. Personally I really enjoy the sound quality and immersion mode feels very nice if you're sitting.”

“But I am happy with the device. It's very very comfortable for a person like who is not a headphone guy at all. I wish bose brings back the fuction which they removed.”

“I did go with the XM5 over the QC Ultra only because the QC noise cancelling has this weird air pressure feel - does anyone else get that? It was too much for me”

“I’ve been using the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones and I’m ready to throw them across the room. They won’t stay connected, I can barely get them to turn on or off, and syncing them is a nightmare.”

“So much more comfy and roomier in the ear cups. My first pair of the Bose were defective / ANC balance was off. Second pair is working amazing, could immediately tell they weren’t broken. Give it a go I think you’ll love em”

“Ultra was a little too much on the clamping force. But that depends on headshapes too. Noise cancelling is awesome on the xm5s. All other aspects yes qc ultra for sure”

“the Bose QC Ultra Generation 2 is on par with the Sony WH XM5's ANC.....which was the best I had ever experienced when I owned the Sony”

“QCU2 will just drive you crazy unless the noise is constant. If there are sudden noises, the ANC will fluctuate and hiss for a few seconds after every noise.”

“The sound quality is amazing, they feel like wearing clouds on your ears, the battery is great and the ANC is probably the best in it's class. BUT the headset quirks and popp while wearing them.”

“the suction feeling is horrible when music is not on and they did give me a dizzy feeling,nauseous. My daughter said the same thing. The sound isn't as loud as I thought it should be. Will be returning them.”

“Yes, way overblown issue, i hate updates for most products and they definitely didnt make them any better ..but if you never had them before you wouldn't even notice”

“the QCs just sounded better overall. Just my opinion, but I was fully ready to stay with the XM6s, and was surprised they weren’t it.”