Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 vs Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)

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

  • Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 leads Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) overall by 42 points (88 vs 46 out of 100).
  • Key differences: only Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 has active noise cancelling; battery life per charge, where Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) has 9 vs 8 h; IP rating, where Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 has IP54 vs IPX4.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 leads overall
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 · 86 overall, #2 of 68
88
Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) · 52 overall, #65 of 68
46
Key differences
  • Active Noise CancellingGoogle Pixel Buds Pro 2 only
  • Battery Life per ChargeBose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) 9 vs 8 h
  • IP RatingGoogle Pixel Buds Pro 2 IP54 vs IPX4

Scores by Category

Pixel Buds Pro 2 wins 4 of 6 categories · Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) wins 1

CategoryPixel Buds Pro 2Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)Lead
Noise Cancelling
+93
Battery
+3
Connectivity
Tie
Build
+41
Audio
+100
Calls
+100

Physical Comparison

Pixel Buds Pro 2
4.7g
Weight

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)

Detailed Specifications

Audio

Feature
Pixel Buds Pro 2
Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Spatial Audio with Head Tracking
Yes
N/A

Noise Cancelling

Feature
Pixel Buds Pro 2
Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Active Noise Cancelling
Yes
No
Transparency Mode
Yes
N/A

Battery

Feature
Pixel Buds Pro 2
Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Battery Life per Charge
8 h
9 h13% more
Total Battery Life with Case
30 h5% more
28.5 h
Quick Charge
Yes
Yes
Wireless Charging Case
Yes
Yes

Connectivity

Feature
Pixel Buds Pro 2
Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Bluetooth Version
Multipoint Connection
Yes
Yes

Calls

Feature
Pixel Buds Pro 2
Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Microphones per Earbud
3
N/A

Build

Feature
Pixel Buds Pro 2
Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
IP Rating
Weight per Earbud
4.7 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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