Noise-cancelling headphones · Ranked #7 of 23

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones

88
Highly rated
Average of 6 professional reviews
6 of 6 recommend it · critics agree
Where the 6 reviews landedRange 82–90
Score printed by the outlet Estimated from the verdict

Exact average 87.7 · 5 printed, 1 estimated · printed scores only: 87

Bose QuietComfort Ultra HeadphonesImage: Bose

6 professional reviewers tested the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones, and 6 recommend it. Most praised: noise cancelling and comfort. Most common complaint: controls and app.

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What 6 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 90
    Trusted ReviewsHands-on review · 2024

    A very good pair of wireless over-ears with class-leading noise cancelling, strong wireless performance and comfort, though not the ultimate headphone.

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  2. 90
    TechRadarHands-on review · 2024

    Considered the best-sounding and best noise-cancelling option in its class, let down chiefly by a modest battery.

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  3. 90
    Tech AdvisorHands-on review · 2023

    Delivers excellent sound, Bose's best noise cancelling and all-day comfort, making them well worth buying.

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  4. 85
    TechGearLabHands-on review · 2025

    Superb noise cancelling, rich bass-forward sound and standout comfort, though pricey with mediocre call quality and short battery.

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  5. 82
    soundguys.comHands-on review · 2025

    A credible upgrade over earlier Bose ANC headphones with strong noise cancelling, sound and future-ready codec support.

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  6. 89est.
    TechaerisNo printed score · Hands-on review · 2024

    A travel-focused reviewer finds the headphones still lead on noise cancelling, with comfort, battery and much-improved sound.

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What critics praise most

Noise cancelling6 of 6
Comfort5 of 6
Sound quality3 of 6

What critics dislike most

Controls and app2 of 6

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Common questions

Is the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones worth it?

Most critics think so: 6 of 6 recommend it.

Do critics agree about the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones?

Critics agree: scores range from 82 (soundguys.com) to 90 (Trusted Reviews), a spread of 8 points across 6 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.

What do critics dislike about the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones?

Controls and app (2 of 6 reviews).

What is the best alternative to the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones?

The Dali IO-8 (critic score 93), top pick, narrowly.