Best for Travel

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones

Name: Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones
Brand: Bose
Rating: 4.4 (4 reviews)

Bose's flagship over-ear headphones deliver superb comfort and immersive spatial audio — the go-to pick for long-haul flights and frequent travelers.

$299-$429

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Pros

Exceptional comfort for extended wear — ideal for long flights
Immersive spatial audio (Bose Immersive Audio) adds depth to music
Superb ANC performance, among the best available
Traveler-friendly foldable design with premium carrying case
Excellent voice call performance

Cons

Expensive at $350-$429
Battery life (24 hours) trails Sony and Sennheiser competitors
Spatial audio feature can feel gimmicky for some listeners
Heavier than some competitors

Why we recommend it

If you spend serious time on planes, the Bose QC Ultra is the move. The comfort is unmatched for multi-hour wear, and the ANC is so good it makes economy class tolerable.

What the experts said

“Best for travel — Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (first-gen) at $299.”
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“Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones review: predictable excellence — with a traveler-friendly design and superb comfort.”
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