Storm Score 83 out of 100
Reviews 7 published
Outlets 6 publications
Top Outlet TechRadar highest score
% Positive 100% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics praise Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd‑gen for its superior active noise cancellation and longer battery life, yet note the upgrades feel modest compared to its predecessor. Overall, reviewers agree it remains the top ANC choice while some question whether the price jump is fully justified.”

Certified
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83 / 100
Tier Distribution 7 reviews total
14%
86%
0%
Universal Acclaim (90–100): 1 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 6 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 0 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Excellent noise cancellation
  • All‑day comfortable fit
  • Balanced energetic sound signature
  • Up to thirty plus hour battery
  • USB‑C audio connectivity option
  • Superior ANC

Points of Contention

  • Perceived value compared to rivals
  • Humdrum control app
  • Slightly heavier
  • Case feels snug and awkward
  • High price
  • Basic app limited EQ

Professional Reviews

7 reviews from 7 critics
100
Simon Lucas
TechRadar

“The King of Active Noise-Cancellation is back with a product that’s just a mild improvement on the model it replaces – which is, frankly, all it really needed to be.”

Perfect 5/5
87
Billy Steele
Engadget

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd gen) deliver industry-leading noise cancellation and improved audio fidelity with a refined driver setup. Despite a slight weight increase and premium price, the substantial upgrades make them the best noise-canceling option available.

Acclaimed 87/100
80
James Pero
Gizmodo

“I can’t hear shit—I can’t hear shit, and it’s awesome.”

Acclaimed 4/5
80
Christian de Looper
PCMag

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) offer improved audio tuning, excellent noise cancellation, and longer battery life, but they fall short of Sony's WH-1000XM6 in overall performance and come at a higher price point.

Acclaimed 4/5
80
Becky Roberts
Digital Trends

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) excel in noise cancellation and comfort, making them ideal for travelers. However, they lack cutting-edge audio fidelity and newer Bluetooth features compared to premium competitors.

Acclaimed 4/5
78
Matthew Lopes, Jasper Lastoria, John Peroramas
RTINGS

The provided text lacks detailed review content, offering only product identification and competitor comparisons. No specific strengths, weaknesses, or conclusions are stated in the excerpt.

Acclaimed 78/100
75
Matthew Lopes, Vanessa McCuaig, Yannick Khong
RTINGS

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones offer effective noise cancellation and broad device compatibility for gaming, work, and general listening. The review highlights their versatility across platforms but notes the absence of detailed performance metrics or user ratings.

Acclaimed 8.2/10

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