2024 the best headphones in the market review
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Go beyond the beat and take control of the sound that puts you on top of the world with Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones. Experience powerful high-fidelity audio with legendary noise cancellation in these wireless Bluetooth headphones that allow you to block everything out but the beat and control what you hear. These Bose wireless headphones feature new custom modes that give you the power to adjust noise cancellation based in the moment and the option to turn on Wind Block to tune out breezy environments. Or simply toggle your Bose over ear headphones between Quiet and Aware Modes for a quick change when the world calls for it. These Bose wireless headphones come in Black, White Smoke, and a striking limited-edition Cypress Green headphones color option that are as bold as they are iconic. Adjustable EQ puts you in control of tuning your music and Spotify Tap starts your listening session at the push of a button on the side of the over the ear headphones. With up to 24 hours of battery life on a single charge, your Bluetooth headphones are ready for any adventure. Multi-point toggle lets you switch between multiple wireless connections on these around ear headphones without disconnecting and reconnecting each time. Plug in the optional audio cable with in-line microphone into these wireless headphones to make the headphones wired and use without a Bluetooth connection. The Bose app guides you through setup, lets you personalize settings, and keeps your headphones’ software up-to-date. Press play and take charge of your music with Bose QuietComfort Noise Cancelling Headphones.
NOISE CANCELLING HEADPHONES: Effortlessly combines noise cancellation technology with passive features so you can shut off the outside world, quiet distractions, and take music beyond the beat
COMFORTABLE HEADPHONES: Plush earcup cushions softly hug your ears, while a secure and comfortable padded band gently keeps your over ear headphones in place for those extra-long listening sessions
2 LISTENING MODES: These wireless Bluetooth headphones feature Quiet and Aware Modes that let you toggle between full noise cancelling or full awareness of your surroundings for seamless sound control
HIGH-FIDELITY AUDIO/EQ CONTROL: Supercharge your favorite tracks with high-fidelity audio and Adjustable EQ that puts you in control of the bass, mid-range, and treble for unmatched bold sound
ALL DAY BATTERY LIFE: Bose QuietComfort wireless headphones provide up to 24 hours of battery on a single charge, plus a 15-minute charge gives you up to 2.5 hours of additional play time
WIRED HEADPHONES OPTION: Plug the included audio cable with in-line microphone into your Bose noise cancelling headphones to use them without a Bluetooth connection, or even when the battery is depleted
MULTIPOINT BLUETOOTH HEADPHONES: Seamlessly stay connected to all your favorite devices using the multi-point toggle feature which allows you to switch devices without disconnecting and reconnecting each time
Reviewer: S Werley
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Bose Has Done it Again!
Review: First, let may say that I bought them during Prime Days, when they were only $199.99, which was a discount of $150! So, they are an incredible value.I own many pair of headphones, including AirPod Max, Sonos Ace, Bose QC 45, and the Sony XM5âs. I also owned and sold the QuietComfort Ultra, which are way overpriced, and the main selling point (their spatial sound or whatever they call it) is a joke. I donât think it enhances the sound at all. In fact, music has a hollow quality when using it. Additionally, I prefer the QuietComfortâs buttons to the Ultraâs touch controls, which seemed awkward. Additionally, the Ultra utilize a 35mm driver, while the QuietComfort use a 40mm driver. While the Ultra may be more efficient, I think the low end frequencies suffer compared to the QuietComfort. The Bose QuietComfort are quickly becoming my favorite. The sound quality is second to none. It is noticeably better than the QC 45. The bass is definitely deeper and punchier. The highs and mids are also discernibly better. The highs are brighter and more crisp, though the highs are never harsh on my ears. The 45âs require a lot of equalizer use (+6, 0, -3), while the QuietComfort still require some tinkering, they require a lot less of it to achieve optimum sound (+1, +2, +1). Even at -3 on the EQ for the highs on the 45âs, the higher frequencies feel like they need to be reined in. Indeed, the QuietComfort just sound more refined. The noise cancelling has also improved, though I would say both the Sony XM5âs and the Sonos Aces are a touch better at cancelling most noise. I run an air purifier at armâs length away from my chair, and a window a/c to supplement the central air, which is directly behind my head. With the XM5âs I can completely eliminate the noise from both while theyâre simultaneously running. With the new QuietComfort I can just barely detect the a/c, while with the 45âs I can easily pick up the a/c. The difference here between the Sonys and the new QuietComfort is marginal at best. I should mention that part of Boseâs way to cancel noise is to pump low-volume white noise into the headphones, which seems counterintuitive, but I donât mind it. Others may mind it, however. The QuietComfort are the most-comfortable to wear, though they are no different than the 45âs in that regard. They are extremely lightweight (though sturdy), and clamp down perfectly tight. I can shake my head back and forth without them shifting, yet theyâre not so tight as to prevent wearing them for an extended period of time. I donât work out, but I would imagine theyâd maintain their fit during exercise. They also offer multi-point connectivity, and they (and the 45âs) are the only two pair to switch seamlessly between my LG TV and my iPhone. The XM5âs require using the app, the Sonos donât do it as easily as advertised while using my tv for some reason and the AirPods Max donât even offer multipoint functionality. Bose states that you get 24 hour battery life on a full charge, and Iâve found that to be accurate. While thatâs less than the Sonos and Sonyâs battery life (30 hours), itâs more than the Appleâs (20 hour). I have found the battery life to be sufficient. If you own a pair of 45âs and are looking for an upgrade, then I would say thereâs not quite enough of a performance gap to justify the $349 price tag, however, if you catch them on sale for $199 like I did, then I would definitely recommend upgrading. If youâre looking for your first pair, then I would definitely recommend the QuietComfort over all the others I mentioned, even at $349. I hope that helps. Happy Listening!
Reviewer: Reviewer MHM 3-5
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Quiet and (mostly) comfortable indeed.
Review: This is my first pair of Bose headphones. Initial impressions before even putting them on was âDang, these are expensive headphones,â and at $349.99, yes, they are. Thereâs hundreds of headphones on the market, many of them with noise cancelling, that are available for far less money. But, considering my first pair of ANC Headphones were the original Beats by Dr. Dre Studios, and adjusted for inflation since 2011, I paid $416 for those, these are certainly more than competitive. Also, thereâs a reason that for the past several years, when people bring up noise cancelling headphones, they are usually talking about Sony or Bose as their reference point. They are quality. They do the job well. Letâs dive in.1. ANC2. Comfort3. Sound4. Build Quality5. Feature Set6. Who should buy these?Ok, so as I said, my previous ANC Headphones are the original Beats Studios, and my most recent over the ear headphones purchase was the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x back in 2017. Iâll be comparing these to my experience with the both of them. Maybe also in comparison to my gaming headset, the Razer Barracuda X.First off, the noise cancelling itself, since this lineup is called QUIETComfort. Pretty darn good. Honestly, I canât say that itâs any better than my reference point of headphones from 2011, but still positive experience. Blocks out basically all voices (except the higher range like baby cries), and I couldnât hear any other noise around me when in use. Canât complain.Now for the QuietCOMFORT portion of the equation. Compared to both of my previous headphones, itâs a serious improvement. The Beats and Audio-Technica both were heavy over the top of my skull, creating discomfort over extensive sessions where I would shift the band forward and backward over my head to give a break to the affected area. My Razer Barracuda X are also lightweight, and up to this point were the most comfortable in this regards, but the Bose definitely have more padding on the band. That said, I still have experienced the same over the skull discomfort with these headphones, and the band has to be loosened to address it. Obviously, that means the headphones overall sit more loosely on my head and are less secure.The earcups have sufficient padding for my ears, and they donât make contact, so though they are shallow, they arenât as shallow as others Iâve owned where the speaker housings press against the outer cartilage of my ear. This, again makes for a comfortable experience over time. Like other headphones Iâve owned, definitely heat buildup inside the earcups, and these are no exception, with condensation gathering on the material. Yep, I was sweaty listening to these. But I live in the desert, so thereâs that. Your experience may vary based on your location and if you run generally warm or not.The sound quality over playback is pleasant, and anything Iâve found unpleasant I can adjust easily with the Bose app to tune the EQ to my liking. I blame anything I havenât liked to my various EQ settings (iOS, Spotify, Bose app combinations) and the source of the audio (Spotify streaming) more than the quality of the sound itself. Both my ATH-M50x and Barracuda X have mostly neutral sound, with the ATH being legitimate studio monitors being only slightly warm and the Barracuda having neutral with slight emphasis to bass for obvious reasons: gaming you want to hear footsteps, and higher bass emphasis aids immersion in game. Obviously, the Beats were very warm, and had bass emphasized beyond the Barracudas. So if I were to place the Bose in the comparison, Iâd say its default sound is warm, not neutral, but definitely not as bass heavy as anything Beats put out in 2011 (and from what I read, remains bass heavy in the present). These arenât studio monitors or reference headphones or audiophile headphones. Theyâre meant to just make your music sound good with little fuss, with the ability to tune to your liking. If you want audiophile headphones, neither Bose nor Sony nor Beats offerings in this segment meet that criteria. If you want bass heavy headphones, Bose, Sony, JBL have extensive options in that regards at several price points. As already stated, this meets the middle ground between neutral and bass emphasized. Itâs warm out of the box, but not at the detriment of the rest of the range. Everything from low to high is clear and crisp. Nothing is overly harsh.Build quality is a little bit of a concern of mine. Itâs very hard to find a set of headphones not made entirely out of plastic and no exception here. The inherent design of my OG Beats, though also loaded with plastic, felt sturdier, but the only moving points on those were the hinges, and to a far lesser degree, the cups moved on slight swivels to lay flat on your head. So it makes sense that theyâd feel sturdy when there wasnât a lot of pivot and rotation points. On these, the headphones have folding and rotating ear cups, and at all points across the build, there feels like thereâs flex in it. I worry very much that my toddler or baby would get a hold of them and twist them to pieces. I donât have that concern with either my Audio-Technica headphones, also mostly plastic, nor the Corsair gaming headset my toddler uses for his drum kit, which gets tossed around, stepped on, kicked around, and keeps on going just fine. But, as previously stated, the material choice keeps weight down, which keeps comfort high, like my Barracuda X. Both have lots of lightweight plastic. Both need to be kept away from kids that donât know how to treat things with delicate touch. Though I know people do go for a run or workout with these, I wouldnât recommend it. I donât know if theyâd survive a fall, and theyâre not IPX rated anyhow against sweat or other moisture. Seriously, get some IPX rated headphones or use some earbuds for sweaty, motion filled sessions. Keep these for the office, study, travel, and everyday listening. With that said, these still feel like a premium product. They donât feel cheap. Iâm just leveling with anyone that is considering these of what their limitations may be.Feature set for these is quite extensive, and yâall can do your research on every last bit. Will just point out some things I was curious about when I purchased these.- The ANC has two presets: Quiet and Aware. You can craft your own presets in the app, and adjust them based on your liking and whether or not you think youâll encounter wind. So far I find these basically pointless. I don't need to fine tune how much ANC I have. I either want to hear things, or don't.- The app also supports any firmware updates and allows you to tune your EQ to your liking. I canât stand that thereâs multiple Bose apps. I use one for these headphones and one for my Soundlink Flex. I really wish Bose would consolidate all their consumer, portable audio (meaning headphones, earbuds, and travel speakers) into one app. I donât know why I need two apps for devices that both come and go with me. Iâd be more forgiving of multiple apps along portable products versus home products (such as in-wall speakers and home theater speakers). It's especially confusing when the Soundlink Flex MAX is in the Bose Music app with the QuietComforts, but the Soundlink Flex is not. So weird, so pointless. Anyhow, I digress.- Like all QC lineups, these headphones also support analog playback over a traditional cable. They also all feature an asymmetric plug arrangement, 2.5mm on one end and 3.5mm on the other. Unlike the more expensive QuietComfort Ultras, this pair of headphones Iâm reviewing allows for passive playback. If you run out of charge or are preserving charge, you can still use these without ANC and listen over the cable. And it has in-line mic as well. This gives you far more flexibility than the Ultras, and allows these headphones to serve double duty as an in-a-pinch gaming headset for an Xbox controller, and to continue to support phone calls, etc. through the in-line microphone even if you cannot or choose not to power them on. I cannot believe that Boseâs flagship product, the Ultras, do not offer that same versatility. This product would be even better if you could use these speakers powered but without ANC features (quiet or aware) enabled to conserve battery power, but retain the convenience of wireless.- Driver size is 35mm to the Ultras 40mm. My ATH-M50x, aptly named, are closer to 50mm drivers, and I believe the Barracuda X are 40mm or so. But the playback volume on the Bose seems louder and, obviously is more versatile than my analog only ATH-M50x comparison. The Barracuda, also wireless, are still less versatile in that they require the USB-C dongle or the analog cable to function, and lack ANC. Bluetooth 5+ is just far more versatile, even if it has latency that the aforementioned devices do not.- Main differences between these and the Ultras include the driver size (Ultra is larger), the amount of microphones used for ANC (the Ultra has more), the inclusion of Immersive Audio on the Ultras (like Spatial Audio on Apple⦠Iâm honestly not sold by that at this time), battery life (these are longer than the Ultra), and the physical structure of them differ. These are just another rehash of the QC35, QC45 design, the Ultras are unique in their structure.They arrived at 60% charge and I listened to them for about 30 minutes before placing them on a USB-C charger. Within an hour I was at 100%. Couldâve been quicker. Idk. Was in the backyard playing with the kiddos and listening to the Bose Soundlink Flex (go buy one of those, Iâd recommend that to anybody).So, who are these headphones for? A lot of people, but letâs face it, $349.99 will price out a lot of buyers. Iâd recommend my existing ATH-M50x to people that want to spend under $200 and only care about reliable sound. Iâd recommend Sony ULT ANC Headphones for people with $200 to spend that want ANC and plan on listening to Pop, Hip-Hop, EDM (their ANC is nearly as good as XM5, Sonyâs competitor to these Bose⦠but theyâre very bass heavy). Iâd recommend Audio-Technica again to people with a budget of $100.These are a luxury product. Iâm aware that there are headphones far more expensive than these. But these are still expensive to many people. At this price point, Iâd expect no less than 5 years of usage, and as Iâve already stated, Iâve used $150 headphones for 7 years now. So with that said, a couple of points of advice to someone weighing investing into these:- These go on sale periodically down to $249.99. At that price, theyâre still premium, but far more competitive against the likes of Sony XM5 and Apple AirPods Max.- Bose Refurbished is a great option. The warranty is exactly the same as the brand new product, and you save money. Iâve done just that with my Soundlink Flex and have been so happy. Iâm doing it again with the QuietComfort Ultras, which I snagged at $259.99, instead of their new list price of $429.99.Okay, enough money talk. Back to who these are for. If you made it this far, the $249.99-$349.99 is obviously something youâre considering as a fair value.So with that said, if you are a professional or student that wants to block out the noise around you for hours on end so you can work, these are for you.If you use public transport and want headphones to help you escape the noise, these are for you. Just, uh, be aware of your surroundings. Ya know, be safe. Yadda yadda.If you want legendary ANC, comfort, sound quality as you go through the airport and on your plane, these are for you.If you want some good headphones for the gym, Iâd say you wonât be disappointed, but Iâd encourage you to do some research for other headphones before you make a plan to routinely sweat into or potentially toss about headphones that are not made for either.If youâre the type of parent that wants to spoil your kid with great headphones, Iâd say keep looking unless you find your child as responsible and respectful as a grown adult. I would certainly have broken these as a kid, and maybe even as a teen out of negligence (i.e. tossing my loaded backpack around or something and accidentally smashing something inside or nearby, hard case or not). There are many great headphones out there for less money, and some that are more sturdy. If you want to bless your child that way, do some serious research first, amongst serious review websites that breakdown sound quality, build quality, etc.Wow, look at you! You made it through my Amazon novel! I mean review. Yeah, that's what I meant. Hope it gave you some things to think about as you find the perfect headphones for you. That Cypress Green sure looks good though, right? Ok, bye bye bye now.
Reviewer: Cameron S
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Bose does it again!
Review: I've owned various Bose products in the past and have always been impressed with them! These wireless headphones are no exception.The sound is fantastic. Whether it's a podcast, film, audio book, or music, everything is detailed and clear. There is depth and although there is a good deal of high end, it is not harsh to my ears. There is enough bass for me with the default EQ setting. (If you aren't happy with the EQ, you can adjust it in the app.) I listen to everything from classical, blues, and jazz, to classic rock and progressive metal. It all sounds good through these headphones.Setup was quick and easy;no issues there at all. I mainly use these with my iPhone and iPad. Bluetooth seems solid even if I leave my phone or tablet at the other end of the house which is nice. I am very impressed with the battery life! I can easily go a day or two without charging and that's with pretty heavy use throughout the day and evening depending on what I'm up to.The earcups and headband are comfortable, they are lite, and the carry case is a nice touch. IT's small enough that it will be easy to travel with. I like that they updated their headphones with USB C.The noise cancelation is pretty good, however, they don't equal the Apple Airpods Max in that department. (That's not a deal braker for me but I thought I'd mention it all the same.)All in all, these are great and I would buy them again.Bose make excellent products!
Reviewer: Daniel Portillo
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: muito bom
Reviewer: Fernanda
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Lo más llamativo es el color y el diseño de estos audÃfonos, son muy bonitos, grandes pero ligeros la verdad es que no se siente traerlos puestos ya que no lastiman ni cansan al paso de traerlos puestos unas horas. Además de la comodidad son fáciles de limpiar.El sonido es de excelente fidelidad, es verdad que el volumen podrÃa ser más alto pero no serÃa realmente necesario. Lo que más me gustó fue la función de cancelación de ruido, yo personalmente los uso en el gimnasio por lo que usualmente hay mucho ruido y fuerte afuera, sin embargo yo me sumerjo en mi música y el ruido exterior pasa a ser inexistente.Otro punto a destacar es el excelente micrófono que tienen, también suelo usarlos en mi trabajo en llamadas y no he tenido problema de que no me entiendan o no se escuche mi voz lo suficiente.La duración de la baterÃa es buena, además se cargan al 100% en alrededor de 2 horas o quizá menos y la baterÃa al uso que yo les doy me llega a durar 5 dÃas, para mà está más que bien.Nunca habÃa tenido algo de esta marca porque el precio se me hacÃa bastante elevado y la verdad es que me lo pensé mucho en comprarlos pero si tú al igual que yo estás pensándolo déjame decirte que no te vas a arrepentir porque valen absolutamente cada peso, si les darás un uso diario ten por seguro que será una buena compra.
Reviewer: Jon
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: The most I ever paid for headphones was $250. But they all had the same problems. Sub par or weak noise cancelling, annoying battery life and were uncomfortable to wear for long periods of time.I decided to take the plunge after watching a couple Youtube reviews. They all had positive things to say about these Bose headphones and said I wouldn't be disappointed. Oh Em Gee they WEREN'T KIDDING!You most definitely get what you pay for!The noise cancelling feature is awesome! It blocks so much noise and muffles out annoying high pitch or loud noises. For example: they completely block out my neighbors who talk loud, TV sounds, light stomping. It completely blocks out all outdoor car sounds. For louder noises such as power tools, hammer banging or very loud bass booming sounds, the headphones actually make them a lot more tolerable. They sound a lot more muffled and when listening to music, if I raise the volume it actually makes those loud sounds almost gone. I love it!The battery life for these things also blew me away. I still can't believe I was able to listen to game audio, TV shows, movies and music for 15+ hours straight from the moment I wake up in the morning to the second I take them off to go to sleep and still have another 8-10 hours for the next day all on a single charge!These things are so comfortable. My ears fit perfectly inside the headphones and it never feels like they're pressing against the legs of my glasses which other headphones create discomfort.Lastly, to those that say they had problems pairing these in Windows 11, they weren't detected at first, but all I did was reboot my PC, re-attempted the pairing and it found them immediately. I also made sure to update my motherboard Bluetooth drivers before the headset was delivered. I'm sure that helped too.
Reviewer: Cyrille.L
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Je suis absolument ravi de mon achat du Casque Bose QuietComfort en édition limitée Vert Cyprès ! Dès que je l'ai mis, j'ai été impressionné par le confort exceptionnel. Les coussinets sont doux et épousent parfaitement la forme de mes oreilles, offrant une isolation parfaite tout en étant très agréables à porter, même après de longues sessions d'écoute.La réduction de bruit est tout simplement incroyable. Que ce soit dans un environnement bruyant ou lors de mes trajets en transport en commun, je peux me concentrer complètement sur ma musique ou mes podcasts, sans aucune distraction. Le son est clair, équilibré et puissant, avec des basses profondes mais nettes.La connectivité Bluetooth fonctionne parfaitement et la batterie tient vraiment ses promesses, offrant jusqu'à 24 heures d'autonomie, ce qui est parfait pour mes voyages ou longues journées de travail. L'édition limitée en vert cyprès est également un joli plus, avec une couleur originale et élégante
Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I have no complain about this product, sounds amazing and looks very good. Worth the price for me
Customers say
Customers like the sound quality, build quality, and comfort of the headphones. They mention the default sound is warm, the hardware is excellent, and they're durable enough to even sleep with them for a few nights. Some also like the battery life, ease of use, and design. However, some customers have mixed opinions on the value for money and functionality.
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