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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 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 leads Bose Sport Open Earbuds overall by 16 points (75 vs 59 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 Sport Open Earbuds has wireless charging case; only Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds has spatial audio with head tracking.
- Best value: Bose Sport Open Earbuds (from $199) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds leads overall
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds · 74 overall, #40 of 68
75
Bose Sport Open Earbuds · 62 overall, #59 of 68
59
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
- Wireless Charging CaseBose Sport Open Earbuds only
- Spatial Audio with Head TrackingBose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds only
Scores by Category
Evenly split — each wins 2 of 5 categories
| Category | QuietComfort Ultra EarbudsSport Open Earbuds | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Cancelling | +100 | |
| Battery | +36 | |
| Connectivity | +3 | |
| Build | Tie | |
| Audio | +92 |
Physical Comparison
QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
6.24g
Weight
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Sport Open Earbuds
Detailed Specifications
Audio
| Feature | QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
Spatial Audio with Head Tracking | Yes | No |
Noise Cancelling
| Feature | QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | N/A |
Transparency Mode | Yes | N/A |
Battery
| Feature | QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
Battery Life per Charge | 6 h | 7 h17% more |
Total Battery Life with Case | 24 h | 29 h21% more |
Quick Charge | N/A | Yes |
Wireless Charging Case | No | Yes |
Connectivity
| Feature | QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
Bluetooth Version | ||
Multipoint Connection | Yes | Yes |
Build
| Feature | QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
IP Rating | ||
Weight per Earbud | 6.24 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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