[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The most comfortable headphones I own. I have high quality in-ear and over-ear headphones, and the comfort and quality the Bose offer is by far superior. The spatial quality allows the sound to seem as though its playing in the room with you instead of on or in you.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] They are a really great set of earbuds. They don't slip off, the sound is very nice. Obviously you can't use it in a construction or high noise area as the buds do not go into your ear canal. I have used them for working out, cleaning, listening to music and having hands free conversations. I love the variety of colors and the quality of the headset. There are times you need to reconnect the earbuds due to the sound being low but it clears up the issue once reconnected.

Overall good sound and I enjoy the stereo vs immersion settings. I also love the comfort. I do not love the connectivity glitches/static, issues reconnecting after switching devices, etc. I also don't like that they don't stop playing when I take them out of my ears like the Quiet Comfort headphones.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Exactly what I was looking for. Great quality, fantastic sound, and the open ear design means I can run with them and also hear what’s going on around me. They don’t fall out during intense exercise! Perfect!

Although these share the same name as the original Bose QuietComfort Earbuds, the 2nd generation brings some notable upgrades. First off, the case design stands out—it’s smaller but slightly thicker than my QuietComfort 2 case due to the removal of the earbud stems. The new matte finish on the case is sleek, and a much-appreciated upgrade is the wireless charging feature, which wasn’t available on the previous model. A key change is the introduction of a dedicated app, Bose QC Earbuds, with a unique "B" and "BCE" logo. This app gives you full control over your earbud experience, offering features like: Noise Control: You can switch between Quiet, Aware, or Off modes either in the app or by voice commands. In general, noise cancellation is excellent, though I did notice that in Quiet mode, wind noise during outdoor walks seemed more pronounced. This may be because the Quiet mode reduces other sounds, making wind noise stand out more—I'll need to test it further. EQ Settings: The default EQ is set to Flat, but there are presets like Bass Boost, Treble Boost, and Custom, allowing you to fine-tune Low, Mid, and High frequencies to your liking. Touch Controls: You can customize Single, Double, and Triple Press, as well as Hold functions for each earbud, giving you complete control over your listening experience. Voice Control: Available in multiple languages (English, Chinese, German, French, and Spanish), you activate commands by saying "Hey Headphones." I had a few issues getting this to work reliably, but it might just be a learning curve. One of the standout features is Multipoint connectivity, which lets you seamlessly connect to two devices at once. Switching between my phone and computer was a breeze, which is incredibly convenient. Other useful features include Fast Mute with touch control, a remote selfie option to control your phone’s camera, and Smart Calls, allowing you to accept or reject calls, use low-latency mode for gaming or movies, and even check battery predictions for how much playtime or talk time you have left. The noise cancellation is top-notch, as expected from Bose. It’s also IPX4 water-resistant, meaning it can handle splashes and light rain—great for daily walks. The earbuds come with three sizes of silicone ear tips and stability bands to ensure a perfect fit. Battery life is solid—8.5 hours on the earbuds alone, or up to 31 hours with the charging case. Fast charging gives you 2 hours of playback with just a 20-minute charge. Overall, these 2nd-gen QuietComfort Earbuds deliver an impressive upgrade with features that rival or surpass other top brands, all while maintaining Bose’s legendary sound quality and noise cancellation. At an affordable price, these everyday earbuds are ideal for anyone, including retirees like me, who enjoy listening to music during daily walks without breaking the bank. Bose nailed it with these—Powerful, not precious, just as they promised.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As someone who works daily in a loud, fast-paced warehouse environment as a cylinder processor, finding the right earbuds has always been a challenge. I need something that lets me enjoy music or take a quick call but still allows me to hear forklifts moving, coworkers talking, or any important announcements. The Bose Ultra Open Earbuds have been exactly what I needed. The open-ear design is a game changer. They sit comfortably on my ears all day, and the cuff-like fit is surprisingly secure even while I’m moving around and working with heavy equipment. What really stands out is the OpenAudio technology—the sound feels rich and full, almost like it’s surrounding you, yet no one else can hear it. It’s private, but not isolating. What I appreciate most is that I can still hear everything happening around me. Whether it’s a quick heads-up from a coworker or the beep of a reversing forklift, I never feel cut off from my surroundings. And despite the open fit, there’s no sacrifice in sound quality. These earbuds have held up well through long shifts and keep me comfortable without the ear fatigue I’ve had with in-ear models. If your job or lifestyle demands awareness of your environment while still enjoying music or podcasts, these are a fantastic solution. Highly recommend.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I purchased these Bose open earbuds as a return to running from surgery gift for myself one week ago. I have never been so pleased with a set of earbuds in my entire running life, and I have owned Bose before. The fit for these ultra open earbuds is exceptional. Not only do they provide superior sound, being able to hear my surroundings is an outstanding safety feature. It does not even feel as I have anything in or on my ears. The earbuds do not move at all. I completed a 10K and the earbuds did not move. Holding telephone conversations using these earbuds is awesome as well.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am very pleased and satisfied with high performance of the Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds. I put it on before the plane taking off and I did not even noticed that we are already at 10,000 ft just when the seat belt light was turned off.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was really excited to try these earbuds. The problem is that they didn't adjust to my ears. It ended up being too far away. That made it such that I could not hear people on my phone clearly. Sad because I really wanted to like these.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very good sound and surround sound features, left me speechless with the open ear technology definitely improved my ability to multitask. My only gripe is occasionally the connectivity is spotty and sometimes it will play the same thing in both earbuds but otherwise very good product would buy again