Excellent for in office use, or in not very noisy every day places. You can hear what’s going around you but also the sound quality is great. They’re great in an airport but absolutely useless on an airplane (get the noise cancelling ones for that) I get compliments on sound quality of the microphone when on conference calls.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Try these on first. Great sound but don't fit. To get the sound quality i have to hold these so the inside part gets closer to my canal and the outside piece is where it should be. I've tried every combination possible, they do not fit my ear, at least not so that the sound is what it should be. The giveaway is everyone around you hears them better than you.

I love these earbuds. Straight up. I’ve tried so many other earbuds, different sizes and different shapes, all of them without fail hurting my ear canals and having to be taken out within in hour. I’ve tried the over-the-ear ear buds with better success, but they start hurting the ear cartilage after a while as well. These open ear buds have changed how I listen to music, audiobooks, talk on the phone, etc. They’re so comfortable that I forget I have them on. My only gripe is the microphone on them is not the best, but that doesn’t bring its review down from 5 stars. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a more comfortable ear bud, whether or not you’re interested in the open nature of it. It’s a fantastic product.

Good sound but only works if you don’t have a lot of noise around you. I have found that if I am on a loud environment like a restaurant I can barely understand what is coming out of the ear pods. I ended buying the regular ones for that kind of use and leaving this for inside the house use, too expensive for what I am able to use them.

I bought these earbuds for the extended battery life and the reviews I saw online, I love Bose products and I'm a loyal customer. I also have the QC II earbuds and I have to say the sound and NC is superior on the QC II, but the fit is better on the new QC earbuds. The QC earbuds still have amazing sound and good NC. A few things I've been having issues with is connectivity, I have issues with the earbuds connecting to my phone or devices at times and the case is not as simple and easy to open. Overall, they are a good pair of earbuds and value for the price.

I went from the Sony wf1000xm4 series earbuds to these Bose QuiteComfort. These Bose are a good bit better than the xm4 series. Note that I did really like the Sony earbuds, and I suspect the new xm5 series where they resolved some customer complaints will still make them a great pair of buds. I just wanted a change to see the difference in the brands. The good - noise cancelling is fantastic! I just flew from Atlanta to Vegas roundtrip and with music playing I could not even hear the loud plane noises. Mowing the grass, also great, I can still hear the mower just a bit but I don't have to blast the music to drown it out like I did with the Sony. The medium size ear pieces fit perfectly for me, again also a better snug fit and more comfortable than the Sony. Sound quality is what you would expect from Bose, amazing. The app that is used with this model is really good, I like the ability to set the equalizer for the sound. The bad, but not really that bad - like most have mentioned, the carrying case is a bit large and bulky but does not bother me. I don't care they stick out of my ear, also something that does not bother me. So far, that's about it, I do really like them!. Last thought, for the price compared to the quite comfort ultra, you can't go wrong. I imagine the ultra are a bit better but I doubt I would be able to tell the difference. In addition, sorry Sony, but these are cheaper than the newer xm5 model. Overall, excellent earbuds!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love them! I bought these several months ago and have really enjoyed using them. The vibrant blue colour I chose makes for stylish accessory. The sound is better than good as is usual with Bose; and I don’t feel claustrophobic using these earbuds. I have had them on for an online meeting, while carrying on conversations with others without problem. Taking one star off as the sound can be low, and the sweet spot in the ear has to be found time and again by moving the earbuds around a little bit; would’ve been half a star if that were an option. I’ve bought half a dozen pairs for my colleagues in my law firm!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought these as a Christmas gift for myself. Other earbuds do not stay in my ear and it became more of a hassle to use them. The Bose Ultra Open Earbuds are perfect for me! Other than me being able to hear what I'm listening to, you can barely tell you are wearing them. They are super comfortable and the quality is great. The battery life is really long too! While it's a little more than I would normally spend on something like this, I'm glad I did and they were well worth the money.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love my Bose headphones, and I couldn't be happier with my choice. The first thing I noticed is how incredibly lightweight they are; it feels like I'm not even wearing them! This is a game changer for my active lifestyle, whether I'm running, working out at the gym, or just on the go. The comfort level is top-notch, with soft ear cushions that provide a snug fit without any pressure. The sound quality is, of course, classic Bose—crisp and clear with a great bass response. Plus, the wireless feature allows me to move freely without worrying about tangled cords. Overall, these headphones have exceeded my expectations. They're perfect for anyone looking for a blend of comfort, portability, and exceptional audio quality. Highly recommended for active individuals!

As someone with neck issues and a smaller frame, I’ve always struggled with headphones—AirPod Pros, for example, can even be uncomfortable and heavy. I hesitated before buying these Bose Open Earbuds, and to be honest, I wasn’t thrilled when I first tried them. They felt awkward at first, but after some adjustment, I haven’t used any other headphones since. I used to be a big fan of noise-canceling headphones, but as I’ve gotten older, I need to stay alert to things like kitchen timers, doorbells, incoming emails, and quick conversations around the home. These Bose earbuds solve the constant problem of having to touch or remove my headphones to stay aware of my surroundings. Unlike AirPods, which I found frustrating to pause and still hard to hear through, these don’t block my ear canals, and they never fall out. The battery life on the Bose is also incredible—I've rarely had to charge the case. Honestly, I should’ve tried these sooner. They feel like listening to speakers only I can hear, and I can easily wear them even during long conversations while my media or audio is paused. They are also quite stylish, and I rarely feel the need to remove them; they are seriously so comfortable.