These Bose Noise-Canceling Headphones Are Now $50 Off.
AirPods can be a bummer if you switch between different devices or want to choose more than one color option. This is where the currently discounted Bose QuietComfort earbuds start to feel like a practical alternative. They’re currently priced at $129, which, according to price trackers , is their lowest price yet and significantly lower than the usual $179. You also get more color options than usual: black and white, as well as two limited-edition shades: petal pink and twilight blue. And while Bose sells a more expensive QuietComfort Ultra model for $229 (down from $299), the standard QuietComfort earbuds don’t feel cut-rate. PCMag’s 4/5 star review confirms this, praising their sound, everyday active noise cancellation, and ease of pairing with two devices.
In everyday use, the sound has a warm depth that’s well-suited for long playlists and podcasts without becoming fatiguing. If you want to fine-tune it, the companion app offers an adjustable equalizer that actually changes the sound of your music rather than making tiny, barely noticeable adjustments. Noise cancellation isn’t as powerful as the Ultra Buds , but it does reduce persistent background noise enough to make commutes and office work less distracting. As for connectivity, Bluetooth 5.3 provides a stable connection, but codec support is limited to AAC and SBC, so Android users who need high-resolution codecs may notice a gap. Battery life also seems practical. Bose claims 8.5 hours with the earbuds on and an additional 31.5 hours in the case, which outlasts many headphones in this price range and even its own more expensive Bose Ultra headphones.
The only drawback is the size. The QuietComfort earbuds are bulkier than AirPods, and some reviewers noted that they can shift during workouts, despite the included wings and multiple ear tip options. Otherwise, using the earbuds is quite simple. These earbuds aren’t the best choice for those looking for Bose’s most powerful noise cancellation or a slim, stem-mounted design. But at $129, they fall into the comfortable middle ground with richer sound than standard AirPods, improved audio control, long battery life, and a price that makes them attractive to consider.