There’s no question that Bose’s last-gen QuietComfort Ultra are some of the brand’s best noise-canceling headphones, especially if you’re a frequent traveler or someone who values peace and quiet while listening to your music. But at $429, that quality doesn’t come cheap. However, it’s cheaper today thanks to Prime Big Deal Days, albeit only for the boldest (best, some may say) color scheme in the lineup. You can currently grab the wireless headphones in the deep plum color for the all-time low price of $284 ($145 off) at Amazon for a limited time.
If you prefer a more inconspicuous color (can’t blame you there), the headphones in black, lunar blue, or white smoke cost $329 ($100 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, which is the lowest price we’ve seen for those colors since April.
The QuietComfort Ultra offer top-tier noise cancellation and some of the best comfort you’ll find in this category (few products have such fitting names). They feature a lightweight design, soft ear cushions, and a wide headband with gentle clamping force. In his review, former Verge reviewer Chris Welch noted that he didn’t experience any discomfort during extended listening sessions, which is crucial if you plan to wear them during long flights or at work. The foldable design and 24-hour battery also make them a great option for travel.
Of course, the headphones also deliver the fantastic sound quality we’ve come to expect from Bose, with support for the aptX Adaptive Bluetooth codec, which provides improved audio fidelity on Android devices. It includes a list of other high-end features, like wear detection, which will automatically pause your audio when you take them off, and a natural-sounding transparency mode that pipes in ambient noise to keep you aware of your surroundings. They also feature a decent “immersive audio” listening mode, which is Bose’s take on spatial audio.
In case you missed the news, it is worth noting that Bose recently introduced a second-gen version of the QC Ultra Headphones with a higher starting price of $449. The latest model resembles the original but offers several new features, including support for lossless audio wired over USB-C, extended battery life, and an enhanced transparency mode that can filter out sudden loud noises. However, with the first-gen version now down to as low as $284, the new version’s features may not be worth paying close to $200 more for.
