We called the Bose QuietComfort Ultra ‘the best noise cancellation earbuds to date’ — and they’re now $50 off at Amazon

If we’re going to recommend a pair of the best earbuds, then let it be a five-star pair. I can go one better than that and recommend some buds that are not only highly rated but also highly discounted. It’s these Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (Gen 2) at Amazon for $249 (was $299).

Despite seeing them $50 cheaper during Black Friday, this is still a seriously good deal outside of a major sales event. Even at full price, they’re one of our top picks.

With the Gen 3 unlikely to drop until the end of 2026 or into 2027, these are the latest and greatest buds that Bose offers. So, if you want the very best at a great price, this is the deal for you.

It’s not every day that we give out a five-star rating, but that’s exactly what we did with the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (Gen 2). “If you’re a music lover who wants zealous audio quality, great noise cancelation and excellent mics for call handling, you’ve found your set of earbuds.” If you want the best, here they are.

As well as outstanding noise cancelation and excellent sound, the buds have a rich feature set, including Customtune technology, so you can get things sounding just how you like. There’s also Bose Immersive Audio, which provides an aural experience which makes you feel like you’re wrapped up in the sound.

As you’d expect, the QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds are set up for listening to music as well as taking calls. Audio is clear and precise, which means you’ll never be caught wondering what the other person said. We found you can comfortably use them at home, while walking, or at the gym.

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (Gen 2) are featured in our guide to the best wireless earbuds, but they won’t be for everyone. You might want to check out the latest headphone deals and AirPods deals to see what other options are available to you.