WC PadZ QC Ultra – Upgraded Replacement Earpads Compatible with Bose QuietComfort Ultra Gen 1 & Gen 2 by Wicked Cushions | Enhanced Comfort, Thickness & Durability | Black

I was very sad when the default cushions started to deteriorate. I actually didn't know that would happened. They were so comfortable. After I ordered these, I'm in love with these. They feel far better and seem to help out with the sound for me, not that there was an issue to begin with. I recommend these highly. They fit so much better. Even if your default pads are still on great shape, these make the headphones so much better. Very easy installation. Great price too! They work great!

Goes perfectly with the purple Bose QC Ultra Series 2. The added thickness makes them very comfortable and they still fit inside of the case Bose sends. Of course, the look is just perfect with the purple color, I mean, clearly this design was made for the purple QC S2s. They also included some extra covers for the speaker drivers inside the cushions, in case they are damaged or need swapping and they have some adhesive on them which is 3M, good quality. They also installed with ease, though it was my first time removing the factory pads so was a bit nervous, but nothing broke. Highly recommended!

The feel/finish of the pads is very similar to the stock Bose pads. The foam is perhaps a slight bit stiffer, but this could also be because the new pads just haven't had as much time to break-in. The pads themselves are slightly thicker (deeper) than the stock ones, which does mean that a little extra squeezing is necessary to close and zip-up the carrying case, but they do still fit. I actually prefer the deeper pads, because my ears would rub against the driver covers with the stock pads, and this is no longer a problem with these deeper ones. It also just means more cushioning. Sound quality is identical, as far as I can tell. The pads make a good seal, so isolation/noise-cancelling/bass is comparable to the stock pads. In theory, changing the distance from the driver to the ear will modify the overall transfer function, but any such modification was subtle enough that I'd need a more careful A/B test to even have a chance of noticing it. Installation was a piece of cake when using a butter knife to remove the old pads. The instruction video recommends fingernails or a butter knife, but I found the latter way easier (pads came off basically immediately).

After using these replacement pads for over a month, I can confidently say they are a fantastic upgrade. Installation was quick and hassle-free, fitting perfectly onto my headphones. The pads are slightly thicker than the original ones, which adds noticeable cushioning and enhances comfort during extended use. What impressed me most is that the sound quality has either remained consistent or slightly improved — especially in terms of clarity and isolation. Noise cancellation feels just as effective, if not better, thanks to the improved seal. All core functionalities continue to work flawlessly. Highly recommended for anyone looking to refresh their headphones without compromising on audio performance or comfort.

Amazing so far! I just got them because my stock pads tore up after only about six months and I didn't want to buy more and support that business practice, hopefully these hold up well, they are great quality, more comfortable than stock, and easy to install. I would recommend these when it comes time to replace your ear pads. They are more cushy and rounded than the originals which I like because it makes a larger ear area which sounds pretty good. The ANC is pretty good with these on, basically the same as the originals from what I can tell. I also got the cooling pad ones from this company and I use both, these for when I need noise cancellation, and the others for if I am doing anything like going for a walk or just listening outside.

[Edit: Physically these have held up well. As far as noise cancelling, after using these for a while, I can say that they’re not as effective at minimizing external sound as the OEM’s ear cups. It’s not significant, but noticeable.] Bose should be ashamed of themselves. I’ve had these headphones for about 5 months & the ear cups are already falling apart. I’m not going to front and pretend that I “baby” my headphones, but it’s not like I’m throwing them down the stairs or running through mud in a storm. They’ve never been outside & the roughest surface they’ve encountered are pillow covers (couch and bed). I may’ve dropped them once or twice, but it wasn’t more than a 2 ft drop. This seems to be an increasingly disappointing trend among all manufacturers nowadays - charging more for a cheaply built product. Anyways, so far, I’m digging these replacements. They were easy to install and came with an extra pair of scrim mat replacements. Thankfully, the OG scrims are in good condition so they weren’t needed. The Wicked Cushions are a tad bit plusher than the OG’s while also being a bit more firmer. Unlike the cheaply glued OG ear cups, the WC ear cups are sewn/stitched. While they don’t have a high bar to meet, I’m confident the WC’s will last longer than 5 months. On ear, as far as I can tell, they feel equally comfortable. They do seem to more effective at passively blocking sound which is a huge bonus. As far as improving the sound quality, the jury is still out on that one. I can confidently say that sound quality doesn’t take a dip. Most importantly, WC is charging less than Bose for replacement ear cups. You can’t really ask for more.

These earpads are of excellent quality - I actually prefer their overall look and feel more than the original earpads that came with my headphones. They are much more comfortable, too, and their installation was quick and straightforward. They are thick enough to provide good ear protection and they serve as earmuffs of sorts in the winter. They are well-worth the money.

These look great, are very easy to install thanks to a video guide showing you every step and the packaging was also very nicely done. It fit's through your mailbox which is a plus. I don't feel a difference between these and the official ones, which is a good thing in my opinion.

Very easy to swap, the videos are helpful and they are of good quality. As others have mentioned they are a bit thicker so that the transport case is a bit harder to close, but it still works. The pads are a bit stiffer, but that might change after a bit of more use. They are not uncomfortable though!

Fantastic! The foam feels ever so slightly more firm than the original Bose cushions, but these feel high quality and comfortable. The leather covering came undone on my original cushions, exposing the foam (see the picture). I am so frustrated with the poor build quality of the Bose cushions. In contrast, these cushions are sewn in the same place, so I can trust that these won't come apart immediately in the exact same way. Bose should be using this company to make their cushions! I'll see how well these new cushions hold up over time and update my review as necessary, but for now, I'm very happy. As for installation, I just took off the ear cup cushions and replaced those. This also came with a replacement cover that goes over the speaker portion, but I didn't see a reason to mess with that. The cushions snapped on easily. It takes like 30 seconds.

Recommended by a friend, i have these a try. Stock pads are still fine but I like the "Miami Vuce" colour scheme and goes well with the black QC Ultra (imo). Comfort is good although not quite as squishy as the Bose. Still comfy though and with a bigger stack of foam. I couldn't really tell a difference in sound - not that I was trying but people have mentioned it and pads can make a difference. If anything, it sounds a little more "open" which could just be because there's literally more air around your ears but also, I would need to go back to the others to be sure - point being, not complaining and not worth it to me. I have more upscale cans for critical listening and that are for TV use which they do well at. I guess, like my friend, I'm now also recommending them. *Super easy to swap as well. They provide a video link (which you can find on YT) that shows how - tuck your fingers on the inside though and you can carefully "pop" out the tabs to see for yourself. Just reverse (snap) the 7 or so tabs back in and your done in seconds. **Pay more attention to the video for the mesh insert (which I didn't need to use but saving for later just in case).

The pads seemed a bit harder than the original ones, but as you break them in in a few hours they become quite comfortable