Wireless Earbuds · owner-verdict comparison

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds vs Nothing Ear (a): what real owners say

Real owners lean toward the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds: 55% of 130 owners recommend it, vs 36% of 118 for the Nothing Ear (a).

Verdicts aggregated from Reddit, enthusiast forums, and YouTube owner comments — affiliate reviews excluded. Sample sizes differ; judge accordingly. How we score

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds

55%of 130 owners recommend
55% recommend · 13% neutral · 32% don't
Owners praise
  • Class-leading noise cancellation, widely called the best in earbuds
  • Rich, immersive sound quality
  • Comfortable, secure fit for gym, cycling, and running
Owners complain about
  • Static, crackling, and buzzing noises in the earbuds
  • Bluetooth disconnects and connectivity issues
  • Bass-heavy stock tuning can sound harsh
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Nothing Ear (a)

36%of 118 owners recommend
36% recommend · 19% neutral · 45% don't
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What Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds owners say

They’re my instant new favorite. I’ve never had ear buds that fit more securely without discomfort, the ANC really is amazing, and the sound quality is top-shelf.
@Thegonagle on YouTube
These Gen 2s hit a home run. They are phenomenal for ANC. Music quality is superb.
@TormentedTantalus on YouTube
I wish Bose would fix the microphone during calls most people tell me they hear excessive noise when I am on a call if I am in a noisy environment
@ait0317 on YouTube

What Nothing Ear (a) owners say

The shape of the (a) case is better than the more expensive Nothing (ear) case in my opinion
@taylornicty1170 on YouTube
are better in every meaningful way
@NexGen-3D on YouTube
its quite bad even though they promoted it as if its the same as the ear 2024
@bluebaconjake405 on YouTube