Bose QuietComfort Wireless Headphones
One of the best over-ear headphones with noise cancellation on the market, especially recommended if what you value most is maximum comfort and truly outstanding active noise cancellation. They offer an immersive, stable, and very enjoyable experience even during long sessions, making them an ideal choice for travel, work, or any situation where you want to completely isolate yourself and enjoy high-quality sound.
Pros
Excellent noise cancellation (ANC), one of the best on the market (blocks planes, trains, and office noise very well).
Superior comfort: very soft ear pads and a lightweight headband, perfect for wearing them for hours on end.
Characteristic Bose sound: powerful and warm bass, ideal for most music genres.
Up to 24 hours of battery life with ANC on.
Very good microphones for calls.
Intuitive touch controls + full Bose app with equalizer and sound modes.
Multipoint Bluetooth (connects to 2 devices).
Includes hard case and audio cable.
Cons
High price (usually between €230-350 depending on offers).
Sound less neutral and detailed than Sony XM5 (more oriented to bass).
They do not have Hi-Res Audio or advanced codecs like LDAC.
The case is large and takes up space.
They are not the lightest on the market.
Technical Specifications
Weight
238 grams
Battery Average Life
24 hours
Material of the carrying bag
Plastic
Recommended areas of use for product
During sports, cycling
Editorial reviews (1)
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June 08, 2026
The Most Comfortable Noise Cancelling Headphones You Can Buy
The Bose QuietComfort Wireless Headphones have earned a loyal following for one reason above all others — comfort. The combination of soft protein leather ear cushions, lightweight frame and perfectly balanced clamping force makes them disappear on your head during long sessions in a way that few competitors can match. For commuters, office workers and frequent travellers who wear headphones for 6-8 hours daily, this matters enormously.
The ANC performance is excellent — particularly effective against low-frequency continuous noise like plane engines, air conditioning and train noise. The Quiet and Aware modes switch instantly with a single button, letting you toggle between full isolation and ambient sound without removing the headphones. Multipoint connection to two devices simultaneously is included, a feature increasingly expected at this price point.
Sound quality is warm and engaging, though slightly bass-forward compared to the more neutral Sony XM5. For casual listening across genres this is no issue — but critical listeners or audiophiles may prefer the Sony's more balanced tuning.
The ANC performance is excellent — particularly effective against low-frequency continuous noise like plane engines, air conditioning and train noise. The Quiet and Aware modes switch instantly with a single button, letting you toggle between full isolation and ambient sound without removing the headphones. Multipoint connection to two devices simultaneously is included, a feature increasingly expected at this price point.
Sound quality is warm and engaging, though slightly bass-forward compared to the more neutral Sony XM5. For casual listening across genres this is no issue — but critical listeners or audiophiles may prefer the Sony's more balanced tuning.
Tech
Bose QuietComfort Wireless Headphones
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