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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Wireless Headphones
4.6 feature score
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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Bluetooth Headphones (2nd Gen)
4.2 feature score
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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)
9 supporting reviews
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Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Headphones
3.7 overall score
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Transparency/Aware mode was consistently praised for natural, low-hiss ambient sound and clear self-voice during conversations.
Pros: Volume output, Active noise cancellation
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, USB-C
Transparency/Aware mode was praised as accurate and, in one review, the best transparency mode the reviewer had tested.
Pros: Multipoint connectivity reliability, Software/setup simplicity
Cons: LE Audio readiness, Smart Pause performance
Transparency mode is generally praised as natural and useful, though several reviewers note hiss, reduced level, or weaker performance than AirPods Max or Sony.
Pros: Award recognition, ANC sound impact on audio
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, LE Audio readiness
Transparency mode is generally good to excellent, especially Aware/ActiveSense, but several reviewers still prefer Apple or note wind, hiss, or manual-adjustment limits.
Pros: Active noise cancellation, Volume output
Cons: Preset EQ profile quality, Equalizer customization