Question 1

Which is better, Bose QuietComfort Ultra or Apple AirPods Max?

Accepted Answer

Both products scored 8.5/10 in our testing — it's a tie. Choose based on which features matter most to you.

Question 2

Is the Bose QuietComfort Ultra worth it over the Apple AirPods Max?

Accepted Answer

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra scores 8.5/10 while the Apple AirPods Max scores 8.5/10. The Bose QuietComfort Ultra is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Google Over-Ear Headphones 2026 category.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra vs Apple AirPods Max: Which to Buy?