Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2024 - What the Reviews Won't Tell You

[@JustSayin1983]

I’ve had these for a few months and use them exclusively when I’m flying - several times per month. Totally satisfied with the ANC, fit, and sound quality. I do not use them for calls or when working out.

[@thomashopper3705]

Would you buy them again?

[@JustSayin1983]

@ Yes, for the same purpose. I gave the Bose Ultras to my wife who still had the first gen QC earbuds. However, If given a choice - with Ultras and these QCs at the same or closer price point - I’d pick the Ultras.

[@noscrubbubblez6515]

My best compliment I can give wireless earbuds is, 'I can hear things i never heard before'. I have Huawei, Jbl, and they both provide this quality of sound.. I mean on recordings over 50 years old! I had BOSE just arrive and I refuse to take them out my ears. Huawei has best detailed highs but lacking in base. JBL has bass boost- just not enough. BOSE BLOWS THEM BOTH AWAY... and I actually did not adjust anything (except turn volume down a bit).

[@Lamtix]

I've been using them for just a week and can tell you that these are plagued with connection issues just like all of their other earbuds. Also, while they added some things to this separate app, it still has issues connecting with both of my phones sometimes and if it does connect it's extremely slow. Imo the biggest improvements they made are the battery life and the touch controls but can't they advantage of those with the continued connectivity issues

[@TheFrenchGlow]

Hi! Thanks for sharing. Are you using the buds with iPhone or andriod?

[@nreeldeep1]

My wife and I haven't had any of these connection issues with ours. We both use ours all day in our business and we're impressed with the response in all areas.

[@jexxy1806]

happened to me too.

[@Nkay28]

I've had these about 3 days, and I'm experiencing a thing where they stay connected, but it doesn't play audio! I have to put them back in the case then take them out again

[@jgdevoe]

@@Lamtix im using an iPhone 14 Pro Max

[@rinaannisa4811]

I have the Bose QC II and have an issue with the call quality. Unfortunately, after a year of use, it fell apart, and the left is not working anymore. I bought Sennheiser Momentum and Sony WF100XM5, and I'm not going to lie, the sound quality of Bose is one of a kind, and that is something that I miss. I am conflicted between getting this instead of the QC Ultra, which I am traumatized to get if the issues with the call quality still persist and the durability is in question.

[@Aj-vg7fp]

Are they comfortable for all day use?

[@jgdevoe]

I have a brand new pair and in less than a day had a connection issue. Was I pissed or was I, and then to find out others have had this issues too (from another video I watched). I like them well enough, but maybe return and get the Ultra's but I think the QC's have a bit more listening time, app features I like, etc. I hated my Apple Pro's I had a few years back. These are great compared to those. I don't think anyone makes the perfect set to be honest. Sad we can't try them all before buying as they are all expensive. Good video and thx. One last thing, the cable they provide is absolutely ridiculously short. It also is my opinion. It should’ve been USB-C on both ends. I no longer have any kind of charging brick that uses the old USB-a type plug. It’s 2024 so get with USB-C all the way around .

[@TheFrenchGlow]

Hi! Thanks for sharing. Can I ask which phone are you pairing with?

[@adrianmarroquin7773]

Between the new qc and the ultras which one would you say has better audio quality?

[@carlosramirez6661]

Ultra

[@1928Monica]

Are the quiet comfort earbuds good for zoom /team meetings? Do they cancel out background noise for all parties

[@user-bb3ci3gn7s]

Does this have a volume/db meter to see how loud your music is?

[@TheFrenchGlow]

Do you mean in the app? You can adjust volume in the app or on your phone.

[@angies6096]

How would you compare these to the Samsung buds 2 Pro ? The noise canceling is good but they hurt my ears

[@GAMERCASB]

I herd they better then Samsung even the noise cancellation I might end up picking them for November

[@TheFrenchGlow]

I have the samsung buds 2 pro and the bose qc 2024 will be an improvement. The buds 2 pro had overheating issues and also had it's own fit issues. I was planning to compare the buds 3 pro to the qc but I had to return my buds 3 because the eartips popped off constantly and scratches.

[@rishindranidiganti]

Does it have dual connectivity for both phones iphone and samsung s23 ultra

[@PoonPeggy]

SAFETY ISSUE: Bose QC earbuds gen 2 has a safety issue with its notification sounds, including voice prompts. They are by default at an EXTREMELY HIGH volume level and they are UNADJUSTABLE and can NOT BE DISABLED.

[@sticktron2857]

What app to use Bose earbuds

[@henrya.5640]

Do you know if the QC ultra earbuds and the qc ultra Headphones will also become the new app?

[@TheFrenchGlow]

Hi, it doesn't sound like the new qc app will be coming to the ultra lineup right now but maybe in mid 2025 if bose releases a new update for them. It's not easy because the app can affect how the ultra connects to different phones.

[@LuggageChestHead]

So these or sennheiser mtw4 or Sony wf 1000xm5?

[@Ben_Lichtfaenger]

Or Technics AZ80? A comparison of all of these would be nice 👍

[@sanasainani9098]

Excellent review, as always. I find your reviews give a good background and understanding around why the product exists. Helps you have so many Bose headphones and earbuds! Quick question if you can answer. I got the qc ultra buds heavily discounted open box to the point it’s the same price as the qc buds on sale. When I tried to run with the ultras, the ANC thumps or something happens where you hear huge thumps in your ear, particularly if your heel goes down. Do you know if this happens with the 2024 quietcomforts?

[@MountainsMoto]

can these be connected to apple TV ?

[@K.AltmanLLC]

Blue tooth devices are not, and cannot be exclusive to a brand, by nature on the technology. Apple would have already done that if that were the case

[@PhucZenda]

I am thinking of buying it. But after reading the comments regarding the connection issue. I am really worried whether to use it or not?! I used to use QC 2, and I really like its ANC, the sound is really great, but unfortunately the connection error still occurs. This new version still makes me confused!

[@Zebrajellyfishphoto]

Why are these $120 less? I purchased the previous version for $299

[@rudeus6621]

Yeah same question 😭 if these are better than why cheaper

[@jexxy1806]

Had these on day 1 release and they just constanty had issues with the voice detect and connection. Looks like Bose hasn't figured it out after all.

[@TheFrenchGlow]

It's why I made this review because I saw so many glowing reviews from reviewers who only used the bose ultras for a week without understanding the problems many longtime users like us were actually experiencing.

[@TheFrenchGlow]

Hi are you using them with ios or andriod? I'm sorry to hear this.

[@inspector5610]

Did you know that if you try to sit still wearing those they will switch off after 10 minutes? The most ridiculous feature that made me return them.

[@aurtisanminer2827]

I hate automated shit like that.

[@antoniox2241]

LMFAO just turn that shit off on the app

[@DiamondHead2010]

I got a pair and using them for a few days I have apple AirPods pro 2, needed a second set Got them for its ANC quality. Got a great deal so can’t complain The ear fit is hit or miss, have a different combo for each of my ear I call em my Frankenstein buds, sticking out like those bolts from Frankenstein’s neck lol ANC is great, much better than my AirPods pro 2s, theyre like wearing foam earplugs while listening to music or podcasts Also I like the ability to program different taps for different functions- like volume control for my right bud and play/pause skip for my left bud

[@waltsofly]

Do they sound better than airpod pros??

[@DiamondHead2010]

@@waltsofly I’m not a huge music person so my opinion may not be valuable if you’re looking for a side by side comparison for music. I had 2 sets of AirPods Pro (one from work and one personal) my work set crapped out on me so I was looking for a replacement - mainly for productivity - podcasts and phone calls. I finally got the fit right on the bose, just needed to twist lock it better AirPods Pro are awesome for simple everyday use, can do everything well, and pairs seamlessly across Apple products from phone to MacBook The Bose have been great as ANC pods. The programmable taps are very useful for me. Like I can change volume/ noise control/ start stop by tapping with a knuckle or fingertip vs having to pinch my AirPods - helpful when hands are dirty. Overall first impression quality feel goes to AirPods, Bose feels like a tier below plastics. But after awhile I don’t pay attention to that anymore My AirPods have lasted me over four years and dropped em many times..don’t know if the Bose would last in the same treatment End of day it all depends on what you get vs how much you pay. Got a great deal on the Bose, you can even get AirPods Pro 2 for $170-190 now

[@jh61]

I ignored the app install when syncing for the 1st time. I want to see what they are like without having extra software to run....just basic stuff. I have had Airpod pro's and they fell out a lot. Eventually, one went down an auto flush toilet....and so that ended that experiment. Now I have the Airpod 3rd Gen standard model and this is the best fit for my ear since Apple ever introduced them. The Bose seem to fit my ear nice. I Drive for a living using just one bud, and then switch after a few hours to keep one charging. I'll check back after a week on the road.

[@GameSubster]

Any update?

[@ArthurZakaryan23]

Thanks for the great review. The outcome is a bit of a shame. I was thinking these would be a better value than the Pixel Buds Pro 2 which are $229 but having used the Pixel Buds Pro 1st gen for the last almost 2 years and generally being underwhelmed by them for their original $199 price point, I felt the Buds Pro 2 won't be worth the $229 price. With these Bose though, the durability you mentioned is definitely concerning. I use my buds, whichever ones are in my rotation, on a daily basis, primarily at work and it's surprising that a company with Bose's history failed at the basics of designing a durable set of earbuds. I'm also not a big fan of the larger design but as long as it's comfortable then that's the main thing. Have you used the LG Tone Free T80s before? I got a pair for a really good price and they are currently on sale for $149 and I'm really happy with them and I feel like not too many people are talking about these.

[@TheFrenchGlow]

Bose wants to make money while keeping their qc ultras in a higher price pt than the qc earbuds 2024. But we are seeing this everywhere in the bose lineup. They renamed the bose 600 smart soundbar to the bose smart soundbar. Qc45 became the quietcomforts. The soundlink was upgraded to soundlink 2 but same shape. On the other hand, bose is releasing lots of new colors for each headphone and earbud and speaker.

[@sinigangpapi3379]

For correction, these new QC Gen 2s do not have LDAC codec in them. Does one of your buds make an alien sound type effect noise when ANC is enabled? You have to be in a completely quiet environment to hear it

[@TheFrenchGlow]

Hi! Yes no ldac. They have low latency gaming mode. No alien sound type noise with anc on and music off. I've just tried it to reconfirm

[@sinigangpapi3379]

@@TheFrenchGlow the noise sounds more like a propeller of a helicopter. Mine pair happens on the right side of ym earbud. I think it's best to return it and get a new pair.

[@denny8111]

so better go with ultra?

[@sinigangpapi3379]

@@denny8111 Ultras have higher chance of getting defective

[@sinigangpapi3379]

@@denny8111 it only took me 2 tries to hit the lottery

[@r0m0x]

Do they have a wind nc mode? This the biggest fail of the old ones. It makes them unusable to cycle.

[@TheFrenchGlow]

These are large so they will create a good seal once you get them tightly in so did not experience issues with wind. No active wind NC but if you cycle, heavy breathing will force the buds to unseal themselves.

[@r0m0x]

@@TheFrenchGlow Thanks!

[@jj1983e]

Bought them on BF , disappointed with NC, I have tozo 1more and soundcore and they block the same and even more. Sound is ok, fit hurts after an hour. Good clarity for movie dialogue.

[@BigORider]

I used to love those sleep buds!!! If only they played music even if for less time and less volume would be game changer

[@TheFrenchGlow]

Yes! I never understood why the sleep buds couldn't play whatever song we wanted and only the preset audio. 🤷I still have mine

[@0anant0]

Great review? Buy now (Thanksgiving '24) at $30 off, or wait for a better deal?

[@TheFrenchGlow]

Hi! This bf 24 I doubt we see it much lower unless you use a edu discount on bose.com because it just came out.

[@GerundMacao]

1. only connect to either one earbud, have to put back into charging case and re-connect to make both buds playing. 2. pause and play in bud's body will suddenly have imbalance volume, u have to adjust the volume in bud's body to make it balance again. its hard to notice but i know it. anyone have this issues? if yes i am not gonna replace, i dont know if this is the firmware updated or something else.

[@TheDigitalcrack]

I can tell you without a doubt that the mic are not better ...they are some of worst ever. I called my wife on them and she almost yelled at me she was so upset at the frustration of my voice and clarity until I switched bluetooth earphones. Its horrible ..everything else yes..is better for connection stability

[@TheFrenchGlow]

Hi! Mic is better than the qc 2 and ultras but not in the same class as the airpods especially the airpod 4. I think it's the shape and technology. It's one of the main reasons I didn't include mic samples yet because results really vary.

[@sinigangpapi3379]

@@TheDigitalcrack that's a little over dramatic don't you think? Mic isn't even that all! It cuts out a lot of background noise while still be able to catch voice clearly. Airpods and galaxy buds 3 pro sound clarity are better for sure, but you can hear a lot of the background noise in the airpods, and voice get cut off often when noise is too loud on the airpods. The Galaxy buds 3 pro wins in this mic category.

[@jmaegm]

Too expensive for poor bad quality and technology. Soundcore and Jlab are affordable and sound great with updated tech, Galaxy buds are to me the best but not the fit and terrible comfort plus they fall out easily even just by chewing. Soundcore X20 so far are the best value and quality and great call quality and microphone.

[@cassiusnoyb6499]

The major issue i have with these is within a month my headphones started producing an annoying static noise only in the right earbud when noise cancelation is active. I regret spending money on this product.

[@SibTiger33]

The fit is awful

[@Amanda395]

Try different size tips and bands.

[@Ozem_Israel]

Shit, why didn't I think of that? You sound like the guy that says, have you power cycled the device.

[@Noir_Baa]

The fit is pure garbage...it's just as awful as Bose's buggy software and their incompetence with said software. I'm not surprised that they essentially said "screw it", and attached a new companion app to these earbuds. The fit, the most important part of any earbud, is the reason why the QC 2 and QC Ultra didn't work for me. Bose has this "idea" that that useless "stability" band will actually offer some stability for the earbuds when it comes to them staying in your ears. As I said before...not for me - they fall out no matter what I do, and the sweat that accumulates from the earbuds being in my ear for any amount of time only accelerates this infuriating experience. The weight of their obnoxiously large earbuds can't be offset by those flimsy "stability" bands, and I tried all sizes...so there's that. I don't know why they are afraid to return to that superior wingtip the 1st gen QC earbuds had...the "stay hear" thing. Most of everything else about these earbuds is a step in the right direction...outside of their questionable software and mics. But...I will never know because without a competent fit, nothing matters. Speaking of obnoxious size...I know they wanted to press reset on their earbuds...but they shouldn't have settled on that obnoxiously huge, prehistoric case and earbud size that the 1st gen QC earbuds has for these earbuds. Starting over doesn't mean reinvent the [unpolished] wheel.

[@TheFrenchGlow]

The wingtips did work so well and we saw that the Beats fit pro improved it.