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AirPods Pro 2 vs QuietComfort Ultra

Apple AirPods Pro 2Apple
AirPods Pro 2

2022 · $199 today

8979
QuietComfort Ultra

2023 · $349 today

8881
SoundNoise cancellingComfortBatteryFeaturesValue
AirPods Pro 2QuietComfort Ultra

Dashed outline = score at launch

Verdict

QuietComfort Ultra leads outright in 4 of 6 dimensions today.

Spec by spec

SpecAirPods Pro 2QuietComfort Ultra
Audio
DriverCustom high-excursion35 mm dynamic
ANC2× the original, AdaptiveCustomTune adaptive
CodecsSBC, AACSBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive
Spatial audioPersonalised, head-tracked
MultipointYes, 2 devices
Practical
Battery6 h + 24 h case24 h ANC on
Weight5.3 g per bud254 g
ChargingUSB-C, MagSafe, QiUSB-C
Hearing aid modeYes (2024 update)
FoldingFlat + fold