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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) vs Bose Sport Open Earbuds
Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
- Sound quality isn't scored yet (we have no measured audio data), so the score covers features, battery, noise cancelling and build.
Verdict
Key takeaways
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) leads Bose Sport Open Earbuds overall by 22 points (80 vs 58 out of 100).
- Key differences: battery life per charge, where Bose Sport Open Earbuds has 7 vs 6 h; IP rating, where Bose Sport Open Earbuds has IP54 vs IPX4; total battery life with case, where Bose Sport Open Earbuds has 29 vs 24 h; only Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) has spatial audio with head tracking; Bluetooth version, where Bose Sport Open Earbuds has Bluetooth 5.4 vs Bluetooth 5.3.
- Best value: Bose Sport Open Earbuds (from $199) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) leads overall
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) · 78 overall, #26 of 68
80
Bose Sport Open Earbuds · 62 overall, #59 of 68
58
Key differences
- Battery Life per ChargeBose Sport Open Earbuds 7 vs 6 h
- IP RatingBose Sport Open Earbuds IP54 vs IPX4
- Total Battery Life with CaseBose Sport Open Earbuds 29 vs 24 h
- Spatial Audio with Head TrackingBose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) only
- Bluetooth VersionBose Sport Open Earbuds Bluetooth 5.4 vs Bluetooth 5.3
Scores by Category
Evenly split — each wins 3 of 6 categories
| Category | QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)Sport Open Earbuds | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Cancelling | +100 | |
| Battery | +10 | |
| Connectivity | +3 | |
| Build | +10 | |
| Audio | +92 | |
| Calls | +100 |
Physical Comparison
QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)
QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) is 52 g (678%) heavier than QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen).
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Sport Open Earbuds
Detailed Specifications
Audio
| Feature | QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
Spatial Audio with Head Tracking | Yes | No |
Noise Cancelling
| Feature | QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | N/A |
Transparency Mode | Yes | N/A |
Battery
| Feature | QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
Battery Life per Charge | 6 h | 7 h17% more |
Total Battery Life with Case | 24 h | 29 h21% more |
Quick Charge | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging Case | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Feature | QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
Bluetooth Version | ||
Multipoint Connection | Yes | Yes |
Calls
| Feature | QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
Microphones per Earbud | 4 | N/A |
Build
| Feature | QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
IP Rating | ||
Weight per Earbud | 7.7 g | N/A |
Case Weight | 59.9 g | N/A |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
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