Headphones: Sony XM6 vs Bose Ultra

In RTINGS testing, Sony's WH-1000XM6 wins best overall; Bose QuietComfort Ultra takes comfort and pure quiet.

The top 3

  1. Sony WH-1000XM6: best overall: The May-2025 flagship pairs class-leading noise cancelling with the most tunable sound and app — about $450.
  2. Bose QuietComfort Ultra: comfort king: Lighter clamp, plush earpads, and immersive ANC make it the all-day pick at a similar ~$430 price.
  3. Verdict: features vs comfort: Grab Sony for sound quality and EQ control; pick Bose if you wear them eight hours straight.

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