I love it and am so glad I made this purchase. The surround sound is just perfect and great for the noise control. It feels a little awkward on my ear though, I'm continuously checking to see if it's fallen off; but it's quite snug
I had to return them because the microphone is covered by the ear - poor design. I tried moving them every possible way to make them work better. Also, they are very easily knocked off your ear. It would be very easy to lose one.
Response from bose.comBy Customer Support, August 17, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're sorry to hear that the microphone performance and fit did not meet your expectations.
The Bose Ultra Open Earbuds use two microphones in each earbud, and call quality can be affected if the microphones are obstructed or if the earbuds are not positioned correctly. We understand you've already tried adjusting them, and we appreciate you taking the time to do so. We also value your comments regarding the fit and security of the earbuds.
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I love using the old Bose QC21, the lined earphones. I bought several pairs and still keeping one as the spare. Bose Ultra Open finally beats it. The new pairs have superior sound stage and really comfortable to wear. I had so many pairs of headphones, earphones, this one is my favorite. I even wear them on the plane.
Very comfortable and good sound. It doesn’t cause ear pain or discomfort however battery life is not good-4-5 hrs max.
Response from bose.comBy Customer Support, August 14, 2026
Hey Lea! We're delighted to hear that you find the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds comfortable and enjoy their sound quality. The Ultra Open Earbuds feature an innovative open-ear design that lets you stay aware of your surroundings while still enjoying rich, private audio and all-day comfort.
We're sorry to hear that the battery life hasn't met your expectations. We have a few quick tips that may help improve playback time. In particular, please make sure that Immersive Audio and Auto Volume are turned off. When these features are disabled, the earbuds can provide up to 7 hours of play time, allowing you to enjoy your music for longer between charges.
If you need any further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're always happy to help! https://bose.life/4goDSg2
Never thought I would like or even have an interest in open ear earbuds, I was all about noise, cancellation. However, I am so incredibly pleased with my open ultra earbuds that I’m sorry I did not get some sooner. Comfort, clarity, and versatility. And of course, Bose quality that is unmatched.