Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)

Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)Price, Battery Life, Specs & Immersive Audio

Price$359

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The QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) are Bose's over-ear noise cancelling headphones below the Ultra. This model adds Bose Immersive Audio, lossless sound over USB-C and better noise cancelling when the seal is not perfect. Bose rates them at up to 24 hours of battery.

Best for

anc. Show why
Bose QuietControl noise cancelling, tuned to hold up even over glasses or a hat.
Comfort. Show why
Soft cushioning, a smooth sliding headband and a light clamp for long wear.
Travel. Show why
A USB-C to 3.5 mm cable for in-flight entertainment and a carry case in the box.

Comparison

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How it compares

Price

$359

What it costs to buy. None of these need a subscription.

Weight

~230g

Grams on your head. Lower is lighter.

Battery life

~24 hrs

How long it lasts on its own, away from a charger.

Cost over 3 years

Nothing Headphone (1)
$299
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)
$449
Sony WH-1000XM6
$459.99
AirPods Max 2
$549

Current list prices.

The headphones as worn, without the case.

Hours on one charge with noise cancelling on, where that figure is officially stated; otherwise the official headline figure. Prices are each product's lowest version. Battery life varies with use, settings and firmware.

If not this one

  • If sound quality decides itNothing Headphone (1) Pro

    Three drivers per ear cup, Hi-Res certified, lossless over USB-C.

    $399
  • If battery life decides itBeats Solo 4

    Up to 50 hours on a charge, and it keeps playing on the 3.5 mm cable with no battery.

    $199.99

Most paired with

Everything it works with

What the Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) work with

Works with iPhone and Android.

Do the Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) work with iPhone?

Works

They pair over Bluetooth, and the Bose app for iPhone handles settings, EQ and updates.

What you need
The Bose app for settings.
See details and sources (2)
  • Bose: Shop QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)From the official page or platform · checked 2026-10-21
    Available on Google Play and the Apple Store
    With wired audio, you can experience Lossless input up to 24 bit/48 kHz
    The included USB-C to USB-C cable not only charges your headphones while listening but also allows USB audio to pass to and from your headphones.
  • Bose: Bose Updates Iconic QuietComfort Headphones for 2026From the official page or platform · checked 2026-10-21
    Bluetooth® Core 5.4 with multipoint connectivity allows seamless switching between two connected devices, making it easy to move between music, calls, and more.
    Android users can also take advantage of Google Fast Pair for simplified setup.

Last checked 2026-10-21.

Do the Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) work with the Apple Watch Series 12?

Yes. Apple Watch Series 12 plays audio to Bluetooth headphones and speakers.

From the Apple Watch Series 12 answer for this kind of phone or device. Source: Apple

See the Apple Watch Series 12 Guide

ComputerNot confirmed

Do the Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) work with Android?

Works

Android phones set them up with Google Fast Pair, and the Bose app is on Google Play.

What you need
The Bose app for settings.
See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-10-21.

Quick answers

All FAQs

Quick answers

How much do Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) cost?
$359.00 at Bose's US store, with free shipping and returns and a 30-day return policy.
When did the QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) come out?
Bose announced them on August 6, 2026. Preorders opened August 8 at $359, and they started shipping on August 13.
How long does the battery last?
Bose rates them at up to 24 hours of listening, or 18 hours with Immersive Audio on. A 15-minute charge gives up to 2.5 hours, a full charge takes 3 hours, and you can keep listening while they charge.

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Works with

Works

Android phones set them up with Google Fast Pair, and the Bose app is on Google Play.

What you need
The Bose app for settings.
See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-10-21.

Works

They pair over Bluetooth, and the Bose app for iPhone handles settings, EQ and updates.

What you need
The Bose app for settings.
See details and sources (2)
  • Bose: Shop QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)From the official page or platform · checked 2026-10-21
    Available on Google Play and the Apple Store
    With wired audio, you can experience Lossless input up to 24 bit/48 kHz
    The included USB-C to USB-C cable not only charges your headphones while listening but also allows USB audio to pass to and from your headphones.
  • Bose: Bose Updates Iconic QuietComfort Headphones for 2026From the official page or platform · checked 2026-10-21
    Bluetooth® Core 5.4 with multipoint connectivity allows seamless switching between two connected devices, making it easy to move between music, calls, and more.
    Android users can also take advantage of Google Fast Pair for simplified setup.

Last checked 2026-10-21.

Most paired with

Do the Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) work with iPhone?

Works

They pair over Bluetooth, and the Bose app for iPhone handles settings, EQ and updates.

What you need
The Bose app for settings.
See details and sources (2)
  • Bose: Shop QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)From the official page or platform · checked 2026-10-21
    Available on Google Play and the Apple Store
    With wired audio, you can experience Lossless input up to 24 bit/48 kHz
    The included USB-C to USB-C cable not only charges your headphones while listening but also allows USB audio to pass to and from your headphones.
  • Bose: Bose Updates Iconic QuietComfort Headphones for 2026From the official page or platform · checked 2026-10-21
    Bluetooth® Core 5.4 with multipoint connectivity allows seamless switching between two connected devices, making it easy to move between music, calls, and more.
    Android users can also take advantage of Google Fast Pair for simplified setup.

Last checked 2026-10-21.

Do the Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) work with the Apple Watch Series 12?

Yes. Apple Watch Series 12 plays audio to Bluetooth headphones and speakers.

From the Apple Watch Series 12 answer for this kind of phone or device. Source: Apple

See the Apple Watch Series 12 Guide

ComputerNot confirmed

Do the Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) work with Android?

Works

Android phones set them up with Google Fast Pair, and the Bose app is on Google Play.

What you need
The Bose app for settings.
See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-10-21.

Do the Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) work with the Apple Watch Ultra 4?

Yes. Apple Watch Ultra 4 plays audio to Bluetooth headphones and speakers.

From the Apple Watch Ultra 4 answer for this kind of phone or device. Source: Apple

See the Apple Watch Ultra 4 Guide

What you need

Do the Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) work with Android?

Works

Android phones set them up with Google Fast Pair, and the Bose app is on Google Play.

What you need
The Bose app for settings.
See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-10-21.

Do the Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) work with iPhone?

Works

They pair over Bluetooth, and the Bose app for iPhone handles settings, EQ and updates.

What you need
The Bose app for settings.
See details and sources (2)
  • Bose: Shop QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)From the official page or platform · checked 2026-10-21
    Available on Google Play and the Apple Store
    With wired audio, you can experience Lossless input up to 24 bit/48 kHz
    The included USB-C to USB-C cable not only charges your headphones while listening but also allows USB audio to pass to and from your headphones.
  • Bose: Bose Updates Iconic QuietComfort Headphones for 2026From the official page or platform · checked 2026-10-21
    Bluetooth® Core 5.4 with multipoint connectivity allows seamless switching between two connected devices, making it easy to move between music, calls, and more.
    Android users can also take advantage of Google Fast Pair for simplified setup.

Last checked 2026-10-21.

Supports

Works with limits

Lossless audio up to 24 bit/48 kHz plays over the USB-C cable.

What you need
A wired USB-C connection.
What works
Lossless audio up to 24 bit/48 kHz over USB-C.
Good to know
Lossless audio needs the USB-C cable.
See details and sources (2)
  • Bose: Shop QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)From the official page or platform · checked 2026-10-21
    With wired audio, you can experience Lossless input up to 24 bit/48 kHz
    The included USB-C to USB-C cable not only charges your headphones while listening but also allows USB audio to pass to and from your headphones.
  • Bose: Bose Updates Iconic QuietComfort Headphones for 2026From the official page or platform · checked 2026-10-21
    Bose TrueSpatial Technology, enabling three Bose Immersive Audio listening modes previously exclusive to the QuietComfort Ultra series: Still, Motion, and Cinema.
    Bose Immersive Audio delivers a virtualized stereo sound listening experience from any audio source
    introducing lossless playback with wired USB-C audio up to 24 bit/48 kHz

Last checked 2026-10-21.

Works

Bose Immersive Audio with Still, Motion and Cinema modes works with any audio source.

See details and sources (1)
  • Bose: Bose Updates Iconic QuietComfort Headphones for 2026From the official page or platform · checked 2026-10-21
    Bose TrueSpatial Technology, enabling three Bose Immersive Audio listening modes previously exclusive to the QuietComfort Ultra series: Still, Motion, and Cinema.
    Bose Immersive Audio delivers a virtualized stereo sound listening experience from any audio source
    introducing lossless playback with wired USB-C audio up to 24 bit/48 kHz
    the left earcup has a dedicated button to adjust the listening mode and activate shortcuts to the source device’s voice assistant or Spotify Tap.

Last checked 2026-10-21.

Works

A button on the left earcup opens your phone's voice assistant or Spotify Tap.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-10-21.

How it works

Works

They charge over USB-C, and you can listen while they charge. The power adapter is not included.

See details and sources (1)
  • Bose: Shop QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)From the official page or platform · checked 2026-10-21
    The included USB-C to USB-C cable not only charges your headphones while listening but also allows USB audio to pass to and from your headphones.

Last checked 2026-10-21.

Aug 6, 2026 · Announced
QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) announced
Bose announced the second generation of its QuietComfort Headphones, adding Immersive Audio and lossless USB-C audio.
Aug 13, 2026 · Went on sale
QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) start shipping
Bose began shipping the QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) at $359.

At a glance

Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)THIS PRODUCTBose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)COMPARE WITHBose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)
Noise cancellation
Bose QuietControl noise cancellation, adjustable or off, plus Aware Mode
Adjustable noise cancelling with ActiveSenseQuiet and Aware modes; ANC can be turned fully off
Works with
iPhone and Android with the Bose appGoogle Fast Pair on Android
iPhone and Android, Bose appGoogle Fast Pair on Android
Price
From $359
From $449
Spatial audio
Bose Immersive Audio (TrueSpatial): Still, Motion and Cinema modes
YesBose Immersive Audio (Still or Motion) and Cinema Mode
Weight
0.507lb
264g (0.583lb)
More specs
Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint (two devices)USB-C audio; USB-C to 3.5mm cable included
Bluetooth 5.4, multipoint (2 devices)SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive; USB-C audio; 2.5mm audio cable
Controls
Physical buttons: play/pause, volume and calls on the right earcuplistening mode and shortcut button on the left
Touch volume strip with a custom shortcut, multi-function button, power/Bluetooth buttonon-head detection
Battery
Up to 24 hrs (18 hrs with Immersive Audio)listen while charging
Up to 30 hrs in Quiet and Aware modes (23 with Immersive Audio on, 45 with ANC off)15 min charge = 3 hrs
Hi-Res / lossless audio
Yesup to 24 bit/48 kHz over USB-C
Yesover USB-C (16-bit, 44.1 or 48 kHz)
Case
Carry case
Carry casethe headphones fold

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What's in the box

What comes in the box with the Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)?

Here is what you get when you open it.

Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)
Carry case
USB-C to USB-C cable
USB-C to 3.5 mm cable
Safety sheet

From Bose. Checked Oct 21, 2026.

Price compared to others

Price compared to others

Nothing Headphone (1)
$299
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)
$449
Sony WH-1000XM6
$459.99
AirPods Max 2
$549
Available nowBeats 360$349.99Guide News
Available nowBeats Solo 4$199.99Guide News
Available nowBeats Studio Pro$299.99Guide News
Available nowBose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones$449Guide News

Frequently asked questions

Questions about Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)

Top questions

How much do Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) cost?
$359.00 at Bose's US store, with free shipping and returns and a 30-day return policy.
When did the QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) come out?
Bose announced them on August 6, 2026. Preorders opened August 8 at $359, and they started shipping on August 13.
How long does the battery last?
Bose rates them at up to 24 hours of listening, or 18 hours with Immersive Audio on. A 15-minute charge gives up to 2.5 hours, a full charge takes 3 hours, and you can keep listening while they charge.
Do they have spatial audio?
Yes. Bose TrueSpatial Technology adds three Immersive Audio modes: Still, Motion and Cinema. Before this, they were only on the QuietComfort Ultra line. Immersive Audio works with any audio source.
How good is the noise cancelling?
They use Bose QuietControl noise cancelling, with Aware Mode when you want to hear the world. A six-microphone system helps keep the noise out even when the seal is not perfect, like over glasses. You can turn it down or off in the Bose app.
Can I use them with a cable?
Yes. The USB-C cable plays lossless audio up to 24 bit/48 kHz and charges them while you listen. A USB-C to 3.5 mm cable is in the box for analog sources like in-flight entertainment.
Can they connect to two devices at once?
Yes. Bluetooth 5.4 multipoint keeps them connected to two devices at the same time.
Are they good for calls?
Bose says calls are clearer than on the first generation, with better background noise filtering. Over USB-C they also work as a headset for Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
What changed from the first QuietComfort Headphones?
A new design with oval earcups and a smoother sliding headband, TrueSpatial Immersive Audio, an updated Aware Mode, and lossless audio over USB-C.
What comes in the box?
The headphones, a carry case, a 39-inch USB-C to USB-C cable, a USB-C to 3.5 mm cable and a safety sheet. No power adapter.
What colors do they come in?
Black and White Smoke, plus limited-edition Eucalyptus Green, Dewdrop Mint and Rosewood Mauve.
How heavy are they?
Bose lists them at 0.507 lb.
What is the Bluetooth range?
Up to 30 feet (9 meters) from your phone or other source.

Using it

What does it cost?
It costs $359. That is the list price.
Does it have noise cancelling?
Yes, it cancels noise.
How does it connect?
It connects over Bluetooth 5.4.
Does it do spatial audio?
Yes, it does spatial audio.

Price and models

Is there a newer one?
No. The Bose QuietComfort Headphones is the current model.
How much does the Bose QuietComfort Headphones cost?
List price: $359.

In the box

What's in the box?
Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen), Carry case, USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-C to 3.5 mm cable, Safety sheet.

Works with

Do the Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) support Voice assistant / AI?
Yes. A button on the left earcup opens your phone's voice assistant or Spotify Tap. Works
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