Bose QuietComfort Ultra 890101-0100
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
What Buyers Say
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 890101-0100
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional comfort, superb noise cancellation, and rich, clear sound quality. Many users highlight the long battery life and improved build quality over previous generations, though a few report issues with connectivity, a finicky volume control, and popping noises during turbulence. Overall, they are highly recommended for travel, work, and immersive listening, despite some minor drawbacks.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort
- Superb noise cancellation
- Rich and clear sound quality
- Long battery life
- Improved build quality
Cons
- Connectivity drops and pairing issues
- Finicky touch volume control
- Popping noises during turbulence
- No PC app for customization
- Short included cables
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
The Sony ULT WEAR headphones deliver impressive noise cancellation and powerful bass via the ULT button, with many users praising the long battery life and comfortable fit. Sound quality improves significantly after using the companion app to customize the EQ, though some find the default sound muddy and the ULT bass boost overwhelming. A few long-term users report scratchy audio after two years, and the headphones are noted as bulky for some.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Powerful bass with ULT button
- Long battery life (up to 30 hours)
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Default sound is muddy without EQ
- ULT bass boost can be overwhelming
- Bulky design for some users
- Scratchy audio reported after 2 years
- Not ideal for gym use (fall off)
Scores
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 890101-0100 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.48 kg | 0.26 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | plush cushions | thermo-foaming |
| Headband | metal | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 314 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | BREAKTHROUGH SPATIALIZED AUDIO: Super immersive sound spatializes everything, taking the music out of your head and placing it in front of you to push the boundaries of listening. | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 9.800000190734863 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | 3.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15-minute charge gives you up to 2.5 hours of battery life | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Bose app | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 890101-0100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average comfort (6th percentile)6th %ile
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
Pricing
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 41 specs.
