Bose is known for its premium audio tech, and its second-gen QuietComfort Ultra headphones are one of the absolute best pairs on the market right now. But as you might expect, they come with a pretty intimidating $449 list price. If you're on the hunt for a more affordable alternative, the original QuietComfort Ultras still have tons to offer, and you can snag a pair at a record-low price for today only at Best Buy.
Through 9:59 p.m. PT (12:59 a.m. ET) tonight, Best Buy is offering a whopping $164 off the lunar blue color variant. That drops them down to a new record-low $265 -- even better than the $279 low we saw during Black Friday. Most retailers no longer have this previous-gen pair in stock, so you won't find this deal matched elsewhere. Though if you prefer a different color, Amazon has the deep plum pair on sale for $279.
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These headphones offer spatial audio for an immersive sound-listening experience, specially engineered with the benefit of CustomTune tech to calibrate sound to the shape of your ears. With Quiet Mode, Aware Mode and Immersion Mode, the listener can either block ambient noise or be conscious of their surroundings.
Built-in microphones filter background noise, while you enjoy the ear cushions and the balanced headband to make them comfortable for long listening sessions. Bluetooth 5.3 ensures a stable connection up to 30 feet, while the Bose SimpleSync lets you connect to a Bose smart soundbar for private TV listening.
Battery life goes up to 24 hours in Immersive Audio, with a quick 15‑minute charge providing 2.5 hours of playback. In addition to touch controls on the ear cups, you can manually adjust the volume, skip tracks and receive calls.
In his review of Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones, CNET audio expert David Carnoy praised their immersive sound and comfort. “Bose's new flagship QC Ultra Headphones make a very compelling alternative to both the Sony WH-1000XM5 and Apple AirPods Max,” he said. If you are considering ANC headphones with the best performance and supreme comfort qualities, these remain a top option.
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Why this deal matters
There are tons of ANC headphones that we love, but the Bose QuietComfort Ultras stand out from the crowd. These over-ear headphones work for practically every situation. You can concentrate, listen to your audio and enjoy it when you are on the road, working in a noisy office or traveling. It is unbelievable that Bose lent its name to this deal, considering the audio quality and extra comfort that people have been raving about for years.
