I've tried wireless ANC headphones from Shure, Sony, Panasonic, Technics, and AKG, and none of them have as good noise cancellation as Bose. Yes, some had better sound quality, and, yes, some offer equalizers/sound adjustments through their apps for a customized listening experience. But if you're cruising at 36,000 feet and are surrounded by the whine of engines, the most important thing is to block out as much as you can. There's a reason that most frequent fliers board a plane with Bose headphones around their necks or in their briefcases/totes.
The sound quality is good but not excellent, and I'm reminded of that whenever I use the Shures or even the Panasonics. (I would maintain that Bose sunglasses have better sound.) Bose captures the lows through the highs, but not with the type of precision one might expect. Sound quality is better at high volumes than at moderate or low; a good set headphones should deliver at all volumes. Still, whether I'm watching a movie or listening to music, the sound is clear, with a slight nod to bass. Because they block out so much engine whine, the sound quality gets elevated compared to lesser ANC technologies. (Note to those who haven't used active noise cancellation: it blocks out machine whine by emitting a hiss to "cancel" out the sound of machinery such as plane engines and air conditioning. These do not block voices, crying babies, or other types of sounds any better than other well-fitting, over-the-ear headphones.)
These headphones fit comfortably over my ears for a good seal, although I do have to take off my earrings if I'm going to listen for hours. Unlike some brands, they work well with a woman's smaller head as well as with men's. The ear pieces fold to fit into the compact case. You get both a charging cable and an audio cable for those times when you can't use Bluetooth.
My only wish for these is better sound quality -- it's good, but Bose has sacrificed clarity for noise cancellation. So far, I haven't found a set, whether moderately- or high-priced, that combines both to my satisfaction. Shure comes the closest, but they also come in a case that's twice as big as Bose's. These Bose headphones are my travel headphones, but not my everyday ones.
-- Debbie Lee Wesselmann
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QC35 headphones II
Renowned noise cancelling headphones
Clear away the distractions of the world, and focus on what matters most. Go deeper into your music, work, and passions — with no noise in the way. Plus with Amazon Alexa, you can enjoy entertainment, get information, and manage your day. Just ask.
One app. Complete control.
Use the Bose Connect app to adjust the level of noise cancellation, enable music sharing, manage Bluetooth connections, and access software updates.
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Alexa. Anywhere. With the push of a button.
A few icebreakers… Alexa, play ’90s pop. Alexa, turn up the volume. Alexa, what’s the weather? Alexa, add milk to my shopping list. Alexa, how late is Starbucks open? Alexa, lock the doors.
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Active Noise Cancelling
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IPX Rating
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Battery Life
| Up to 20 hours | Up to 20 hours | Up to 5 hours | Up to 6 hours | Up to 20 hours |
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Charging Case
| No | No | Yes | Yes | No |
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Battery Life w/ Charging Case
| N/A | N/A | Up to 18 hours | Up to 15 hours | N/A |
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Touch Controls
| ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
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App Control
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Colors
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| connectivity tech | Bluetooth | Wireless, Wired | Wireless | Wireless, Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth | Wireless |
| headphones form factor | Over Ear | Over Ear | In Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear |
| connector type | wireless | 2.5mm Jack | — | plug,wireless | plug,wireless | — |
| noise control | active noise cancellation | — | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation |
| headphones jack | 2.5 mm Jack | — | — | usb | usb | — |
| cable feature | Without Cable | Without Cable, Retractable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable |
| control type | Voice Control | Media Control | Media Control | Media Control | Media Control | Media Control |
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Headphones good! Container bad!
The product itself sounds amazing. Easy to use just like the rest of Bose's product. My only concern is that the container it came in has a busted zipper already. I'm not sure who I should contact about this.
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soloangel
Top headphones!
Reviewed in Canada on January 7, 2024Color: Triple MidnightVerified Purchase
Erick M.
Superou minhas expectativas
Reviewed in Brazil on May 8, 2022Color: Triple MidnightVerified Purchase
Rikard Stromberg
Most comfortable ANC headphones ever!
Reviewed in Sweden on May 7, 2021Color: Triple MidnightVerified Purchase
Rikard Stromberg
Reviewed in Sweden on May 7, 2021
FEATURES
They can be connected to 2 devices at once and it's easy to switch between instantly. I switch between my Pixel 5, TV, ipad and my computer all the time because it remembers circa 7-8 devices. It has Google Assistant built in and that button can be changed to control other things. I use it to toggle between levels of ANC.
The app allows you to change the settings easily.
COMPARISON
I was going to buy the Bose 700 but I didn't like how they felt. They had a little more pressure both on top of your head and on the sides compared to this one. I am also not a fan of the touch controls on the 700, especially the volume, and that you can't fold them. The travel case is also bigger.
I also tried on the Sony XM4 and I didn't like how shallow their earcups were compared to these ones. They were touching my ears from the start. Not a good sign for long use. But they sounded great.
COLOR
I've added pictures to show how the color is a lot different than the regular black model. In the promotion pictures I didn't notice a huge difference. And it's somewhat gradual when you hold them and the light source decides what color it is. So it goes from black with a shimmer to blue. I personally really like it.
MICRO-USB
The only downside to it being older is the Micro-usb port. But I've started to use magnetic charging cables on my bigger devices, game controllers etc that I don't charge that often, so this older port isn't an issue anymore.
SUMMARY
I recommend them to people who just want the gold standard of ANC headphones and comfort when traveling or wearing headphones all day and doesn't really care about the latest features. These just work great in all situations, especially when making phone calls.
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Stephan G.
Meine neue Liebe.... nach meiner Frau ;)
Reviewed in Germany on January 23, 2021Color: Triple MidnightVerified Purchase
Daniela C.
Se Sentite l'audio provenire di più da un lato, ecco la soluzione
Reviewed in Italy on January 21, 2021Color: Triple MidnightVerified Purchase
