Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) Wins
Winner
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)
9.5
Frequent travelers and commuters who prioritize noise cancellation above all
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Score Comparison
Criteria
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)
Beats Studio Pro
Overall Score
9.5
8.4
Sound Quality
9.4
8.8
Noise Cancellation
9.8
8.5
Comfort
9.5
8.2
Features
9.4
8.5
Build Quality
9.4
8.5
Pricing & Features
Specification
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)
Beats Studio Pro
Price
$449
$349
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)
Frequent travelers and commuters who prioritize noise cancellation above all
Bose QC Ultra 2nd Gen doubles down on what Bose does best - noise cancellation. The improved battery life and lossless audio make this the definitive ANC headphone.
Strengths
- Best-in-class active noise cancellation
- 30-hour battery (up from 24)
- Lossless USB-C audio support
- New Cinema Mode for video content
Limitations
- Premium price at $449
- Immersive Audio still drains battery faster
- No aptX codec support
When to Choose Beats Studio Pro
Cross-platform users wanting Apple quality without Apple-only ecosystem lock-in
Beats Studio Pro represents a major improvement for the brand with balanced sound and cross-platform compatibility, though it still can't match Sony or Bose for pure ANC performance.
Strengths
- Works seamlessly with both iOS and Android
- USB-C and 3.5mm audio cable included
- Improved, more balanced sound than older Beats
- Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking
Limitations
- ANC trails Sony and Bose flagships
- Battery life only 24 hours with ANC
- Clamping force can be tight initially
