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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones · 399 €HiFiMan Edition XS · 429 €
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| What matters | Bose QuietComfort Ultra HeadphonesBoseMedium confidence | HiFiMan Edition XSHiFiManMedium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Worth Score | 7.8 (best in this comparison) | 6.9 |
| Best price | 399,00 € (best in this comparison) | 429,00 € |
| Confidence | Medium | Medium |
| Price fairness | 6.0 | 7.8 (best in this comparison) |
| Build quality | 8.4 (best in this comparison) | 6.2 |
| Performance | 9.5 (best in this comparison) | 9.2 |
| Longevity | 8.2 (best in this comparison) | 6.4 |
| Repairability | 5.6 | 6.2 (best in this comparison) |
| Support & warranty | 8.6 (best in this comparison) | 3.8 |
| Battery | 24 h with ANC | — |
| Noise cancelling | Best available | None — open back |
| Weight | 254 g | 405 g |
| Connection | Bluetooth 5.3, 3.5 mm | Detachable 3.5 mm dual-entry |
| Replaceable pads | Yes, €45 official | Yes — pads sold separately |
| Best for | The absolute best noise cancelling · Comfort over many hours · Frequent long-haul flyers | Large-diaphragm planar sound under €500 · Easy to drive for a planar · Spacious presentation |
| Avoid if | Your budget matters more than the last 5% of silence · You want hi-res codecs | You have a small head — the earcups are enormous · You want a warranty you can rely on |
| Main drawback | Most expensive here by a margin | Very large and visually conspicuous |
Verdict
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones wins on both score and price.
Across these 2 headphones, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones has both the highest Worth Score (7.8) and the best score per euro at 399,00 €. That is unusual — normally you trade one for the other. Its weak point is most expensive here by a margin.
Best overallBose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones — Highest Worth Score here at 7.8, 0.9 ahead of the HiFiMan Edition XS. Best for the absolute best noise cancelling.
Skip this oneHiFiMan Edition XS — Lowest Worth Score here at 6.9, 0.9 lower against the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones and no cheaper. Very large and visually conspicuous
Prototype data — prices and retailer stock are a fixed demo snapshot from 28 July 2026, not a live feed.