For the past two years, recommending the most comfortable pair of noise-cancelling headphones has been an easy task: I pointed people right to the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones.

Though not an absolutely perfect pair of over-ear headphones, they did feel well on their way to that title, with excellent ANC, all-day wear, and a sound profile that could tackle most genres with ease. My wishlist for them? Even better (and more customizable) sound, improved battery life, more reliable connection and on-ear controls, and the option for passive playback.

With the second-generation Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones, which officially hit the market in October 2025, Bose has checked the box in two of those categories.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) specs and pricing

The Bose QuietComfort

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