Are these actually different headphones?

No. Both listings describe the same 2nd Gen Bose QuietComfort over-ear model. The differences are color, bundled accessories and price.

Which is better for airplane noise?

They cancel noise the same way. Both use Bose hybrid ANC with Quiet and Aware modes, so pick on price and color, not cancellation.

How long does the battery last?

Up to 24 hours, or about 18 with Immersive Audio on. A 15-minute charge gives about 2.5 hours.

Is the Mint one worth the extra?

It is not extra. At $169.00 at Amazon as of November 7, 2026, it is the cheaper of the two listings shown here.

Can I use them wired?

Yes. Both support wired listening; the White Smoke listing includes a 3.5mm to USB-C cable, the Mint listing does not.

Do they work with iPhone and Android?

Yes. Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint pairs to two devices at once, and both support Siri and Google Assistant.

Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) vs Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)

These are the same Bose QuietComfort generation, sold under two listings. The 2nd Gen QuietComfort Headphones and the QuietComfort Over-Ear are both the 2024 model with 24-hour battery, Bluetooth 5.4, multipoint, Immersive Audio and ActiveSense. Buy whichever listing is cheaper in the color you want. The Dewdrop Mint listing is $169.00 at Amazon as of November 7, 2026, and has ranged from $169.00 to $199.00 since October 30, 2026.

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