How good is the noise cancellation on the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen?

9.1

Overall Score: 9.1/10

Professional:8.2/10

Consumer:10/10

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The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen deliver industry-leading noise cancellation, with professional testing showing approximately 85% noise reduction.

What It Blocks

• Low frequencies: airplane engines, HVAC, road noise
• Mid frequencies: office chatter, conversations
• Everyday sounds: traffic, public transit, crowded spaces

2nd Gen Improvements

Refined ANC algorithms provide smoother, more consistent performance, especially with voices and traffic sounds.

ActiveSense Technology

Adaptive Aware Mode that monitors your environment and selectively applies noise cancellation based on sound intensity, protecting your hearing while maintaining awareness.

Customization

The Bose app lets you adjust ANC intensity and create custom listening modes. Touch controls toggle between ANC, Aware, and off.

Note

Some users notice slight "hiss" in very quiet environments with ANC active.

Competition

Closely rivals AirPods Pro 3 (90% reduction) and outperforms most premium earbuds in ANC performance.

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