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QuietComfort 35 wireless headphones
USB charging cable
Backup audio cable
Airline adapter
Carry case

No noise. No wires. Just your music and you.

When it comes to noise cancellation, we’re not just best in class. We invented the category. With QuietComfort 35 headphones, there’s no noise to get in the way of your music, and no wires to get in your way at all. We put years of research into headphones that deliver true listening freedom. Easily connect your devices with Bluetooth or NFC pairing. They provide balanced audio performance no matter how noisy your commute is, and clear calls even on a bustling, windy street. With 20 hours of wireless battery life, you can listen all day; and the fit is light and comfortable enough for it, too. And for easy management of your devices, use the free Bose Connect app.

World-class noise cancellation makes quiet sound quieter and music sound better
Volume-optimized EQ for balanced audio performance at any volume
Wireless, with easy Bluetooth and NFC pairing aided by voice prompts
20-hour battery life per charge; up to 40 hours in wired mode
Noise-rejecting dual-microphone system for clear calls even in windy environments


World-class noise cancellation Years of research went into them so you’ll get more out of them. Better quiet, better sound and better for your music.	Lose the wires Hassle-free wireless is simpler than ever: Bluetooth and NFC connections are quick and easy. And voice prompts to guide you through it so you’ll never have to reach for your device.	Sound that stays true to your music Volume-optimized EQ gives you a consistent, balanced performance. Even when you have to turn it up on a plane, the sound stays true to your music.


More time with your music Rechargeable lithium-ion battery delivers up to 20 hours per charge so you can listen wirelessly for longer. Or, with the included backup audio cable, you can plug in and get 40 hours.	Clearer calls Windy or noisy environments used to make calls hard to hear. Not anymore—a noise-rejecting dual-microphone system makes your calls clear from both ends.	Designed for comfort Premium, lightweight materials make for a comfortable fit, so you can love your music all day.

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Quiet Comfort 35 wireless headphones are engineered with world-class noise cancellation that makes quiet sound quieter and music sound better. Free yourself from wires and connect easily to your devices with Bluetooth and NFC pairing. Volume-optimized EQ gives you balanced audio performance at any volume, while a noise-rejecting dual microphone provides clear calls, even in windy or noisy environments. Voice prompts and intuitive controls make communicating and controlling your music hassle-free. A lithium-ion battery gives you up to 20 hours of wireless play time per charge. And if you anticipate a situation where charging may not be possible, just plug in the included audio cable. Wired mode gives you up to 40 hours of play time per charge. Premium materials make these headphones lightweight and comfortable for all-day listening. Use the Bose Connect app for a more personalized experience. Included: Quiet Comfort 35 wireless headphones; USB charging cable; backup audio cable; airline adapter; carry case.

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Quiet Comfort 35 wireless headphones are engineered with world-class noise cancellation that makes quiet sound quieter and music sound better. Free yourself from wires and connect easily to your devices with Bluetooth and NFC pairing. Volume-optimized EQ gives you balanced audio performance at any volume, while a noise-rejecting dual microphone provides clear calls, even in windy or noisy environments. Voice prompts and intuitive controls make communicating and controlling your music hassle-free. A lithium-ion battery gives you up to 20 hours of wireless play time per charge. And if you anticipate a situation where charging may not be possible, just plug in the included audio cable. Wired mode gives you up to 40 hours of play time per charge. Premium materials make these headphones lightweight and comfortable for all-day listening. Use the Bose Connect app for a more personalized experience. Included: Quiet Comfort 35 wireless headphones; USB charging cable; backup audio cable; airline adapter; carry case.

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Technical Details

Brand

‎BOSE

Manufacturer

‎Bose

Place of Business

‎STOW, MA, 01775 US

Model

‎759944-0010

Model Name

‎QuietComfort 35

Model year

‎2016

Part Number

‎759944-0010

Special features

‎Noise Cancellation, Microphone Included

Mounting Hardware

‎Cable, Protective Case

Number of Items

‎1

Color Screen

‎No

Headphones Form Factor

‎Over Ear

Charging Time

‎20 Hours

Batteries included

‎Yes

Batteries Required

‎Yes

Battery Cell Composition

‎Lithium Ion

Cable Feature

‎Wireless

Total USB Ports

‎1

Connector Type

‎Wireless

Material Type

‎Plastic

Does it contain liquid?

‎No

Includes rechargable battery

‎No

Includes Remote

‎No

Supports Bluetooth Technology

‎Yes

Manufacturer

‎Bose

Item model number

‎759944-0010

Product Dimensions

‎7.87 x 16.99 x 17.98 cm; 235.87 Grams

ASIN

‎B01E3SNO1G

Additional Information

Batteries

1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)

Date First Available

June 15 2016

Customer Reviews

4.3 8,513 ratings

4.3 out of 5 stars

Best Sellers Rank

#111,540 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
#5,352 in Stereo Headphones

Is discontinued by manufacturer

No

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Eric

4 stars, but definitely not 5.

Reviewed in Canada on July 25, 2017

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So I'm going to start with what I don't like about these headphones.

- The audio input in a 2.5mm jack, not a 3.5mm, so any existing standard 3.5mm male-to-male cables you have are not compatible. The headphones do come with a 2.5mm to 3.5mm cable, but it isn't quite long enough for the things I use it for.
- The headphones are not comfortably reversible. You can only wear them the normal way, not backwards. This is annoying for me because sometimes when I'm using them cabled, I need the audio input to be on my right side (it is in the left ear), but you can't actually wear them reversed.
- As great as the noise cancelling is, it is actually a bit of a nuisance if you plan to do lots of walking or bus riding. The bumps in the road on the bus or when walking cause the headphones to move slightly on your head, which makes the noise cancelling mess up ever so slightly, resulting in minor volume fluctuations that can be a little bit annoying. It doesn't ruin the experience but I found myself actively trying to "move less" while walking to avoid this, which was weird for me.
- Not being able to turn off noise cancelling in Bluetooth mode kind of frustrates me due to the issue mentioned above, as I feel that would fix the issue.

And now what I do like:

- Sound quality is great and bass response feels balanced and strong.
- Build quality is excellent, buttons feel great and they are VERY comfortable to wear (but only when wearing the correct way as they aren't reversible)
- Noise cancelling is incredibly effective, even when not listening to music, I can't wait to try that on my next long train ride home with all the noisy kids...
- Battery life is also excellent. Mine came charged at 60% and they don't take too long to charge up to full. There is a charging/charged indicator light when charging, and current charge percentage can be checked with the on switch (pushing it past the "on" position briefly).
- Bluetooth pairing was very easy.
- Included carry case is very nice, though I never use those anyways...

All in all, I am happy with the purchase but I think they are overpriced. I would add the ability to turn off noise cancelling during Bluetooth use, and get rid of that ridiculous 2.5mm audio jack so people like me with audio cables at the ready can actually use them, and replacement would be easier. The fact that they aren't reversible isn't going to bother many people, and to be fair, they were made this way because when worn correctly, it is VERY comfortable, so it's hard to complain about that. Definitely worth buying if you aren't pressed for cash, but if this is at the edge of your budget, I would not recommend them. I am not however, and am overall quite happy!

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Bose is insulting its customers by producing headphones of such low build quality.

Reviewed in Canada on July 4, 2017

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I bought these headphones about ten months ago and originally posted a 5 star review. I am now amending that review based on my experience with them over a longer term.

I started hearing noises from within one of the ear cups after only two or three months. It seemed like a ticking or maybe like a spring snapping. This was really aggravating since the only reason to buy these is to eliminate noise, and noise inside the ear cup can't be cancelled.

Shortly after that I started experiencing audio issues ... the audio was continuously glitching and getting momentarily interrupted. The only way to fix this problem was to forget all bluetooth pairings and re-pair it to my phone.

But ... I started having issues pairing the headphones only a couple of months after that. I think the switch is broken. It can still be used to power the headphones on and off, but pushing it in the other direction, which is how you activate bluetooth pairing or forget all existing pairings, doesn't do anything anymore. I somehow managed to make it work but now I don't want to do anything to screw it up.

The seam of the ear pad covering on one ear split about a week ago and there is a gash several inches long and one inch wide where the foam inside is completely exposed. I have other headphones where the foam inside is both shaped and affixed to the headphones so even if the covering completely shreds and falls off the headphones can't be used. Not these. It's just a piece of foam square in cross section shoved into the pad "leather". If the foam falls out the headphones are useless.

At this time these headphones feel extremely junky.

Furthermore even though they are premium headphones they don't support the protocols you need for streaming video. It works OK on my phone but on my set top box for my TV there is enough lag to completely ruin the experience. Headphones that cost this much should support all the low-latency protocols in common use.

The only reason this is a two star (rather than one star) review is that the noise cancelling is very good. I have seen other people complain about the battery life but I have not experienced any issues with that.

Original Review:

My brother has been urging me to buy Bose QuietComfort headphones for years and I finally decided to do it. I am glad I did. These are excellent. Great noise isolation, great noise cancellation, great sound quality even over bluetooth, which I wasn't expecting. They sound better than my wired headphones do. They are my second pair of bluetooth headphones, my third pair of wireless headphones, and these are the only ones that deliver on the promise. Bluetooth range is great too. When I use them for phone calls, I have received comments that my voice is amazingly clear. I have had calls in very noisy rooms right next to my air conditioner. The other party can't tell.

I saw people asking questions about whether your ears will sweat. Yes. They will sweat if it's warm. It's not a dealbreaker or even a major issue for me but if you can't stand the idea of sweaty ears, maybe get something else. There is nothing at all breathable about the pads on these headphones, which is probably a significant part of the reason they work so well for noise isolation.

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Mark

Ausführlicher Langzeittest eines Vielreisenden Musikliebhabers | Unterschiedliche Kaufempfehlungen

Reviewed in Germany on October 8, 2016

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Ich bin geschäftlich viel unterwegs und möchte euch nachfolgend meine Langzeiterfahrungen mit dem Bose QC35 beschreiben.
Mein Anwendungsgebiet:
- Geschäftsreisen (ca. 4 bis 6 Flüge im Monat, lange Bahnfahrten ca. 8 Stück im Monat)
- Zu Hause zum entspannen
Ich war selten so euphorisch und gleichzeitig teils ernüchtert wie bei diesem Produkt doch dazu später mehr.
Ich habe bereits viele Kopfhörer in meinem Leben besessen und auch in den vergangen Wochen probiert. Angefangen von vielen Bose Modellen (IE2, QC20, NC3, NC15 und zuletzt Sound True), Bang und Olufsen (H8 und H6), RHA T20i und viele mehr. Anfangs war ich besorgt dass mich die Bose QC35 enttäuschen werden.

Mein Musikgeschmack: POP, KLASSIK, R&B und FILMMUSIK
Mein Problem: Einen Kopfhörer zu finden der mich rundum glücklich macht, viel Bass hat (wenn man ihn benötigt POP und R&B), aber auch sehr detailliert ist, so dass man jedes Instrument einzeln heraus hören kann und der Eindruck eines Konzertsaals im Ohr entsteht (Klassik und Filmmusik). Als jahrelanger Klavierspieler muss sich für mich ein Klavier auch vor allem nach einem Klavier anhören.

Design: *****(5/5 Sterne)
Gefällt mir persönlich sehr gut. Understatement und praktisch orientiert, aber eigentlich ist ja der Klang entscheidend.

Verarbeitung: *** (3/5 Sterne)
Für einen Pedanten wie mich lässt die Verarbeitung der Bose QC35 leider zu wünschen übrig, B&O zeigt mit den Modellen H7 und H8 deutlich was auf dem selben Preisniveau möglich ist und verarbeitet echtes Leder und Aluminium im Gegensatz zu den QC35. Mein erster Bose QC35 Kopfhörer wurde fabrikneu mit Kratzern geliefert, mein zweiter hatte Soundprobleme mit der linken Ohrmuschel, mein dritter hat getreu dem Motto alle guten Dinge sind drei endlich gepasst. Bose sollte bei so einem hohen Preis deutlich mehr wert auf Qualitätssicherung legen.

Tragekomfort: ***** (5/5 Sterne)
Sehr angenehm zum Tragen, auch nach stundenlanger Nutzung im Flugzeug fühlt man kein unangenehmes Druck Gefühl am Kopf.
An heißen Tagen fängt man an den Ohren leicht zu schwitzen an, was aber für over ear Kopfhörer vollkommen normal ist. Auch meiner Frau passen die Kopfhörer perfekt, was sehr gut zeigt dass die Kopfhörer sich perfekt unterschiedlichen Kopfformen anpassen können.

Klang: **** (4 Sterne von 5)
Die Kopfhörer können unterschiedliche Musikrichtungen perfekt wiedergeben und bei höherer Lautstärke baut sich eine große Bühne auf, wodurch sich einzelne Instrumente perfekt zuordnen und heraushören lassen. Man hört Details in seiner Musik die einem vorher noch nie aufgefallen sind und muss wirklich aufpassen das man nicht süchtig nach diesem Sound wird (vor allem auch wegen der Lautstärke ;-)
Bass: 3 von 5 ***** (Mit Equalizer Einstellung 4 von 5)
Höhen: 5 von 5 ****
Mitten: 4 von 5 ***** (Es fehlt ein bisschen an Dynamik)

Es ist immer schwer zu beschreiben wie ein Kopfhörer Klingt, da jedes Ohr unterschiedlich ist. Um einen besseren Einblick zu geben welche Lieder/Interpreten ich damit z.B. höre und begeistert bin findet ihr hier eine kleine Auflistung:

- Filmmusik: Yann Tiersen - (Alben: Amèlie, Les Choristes, Good Bye Lenin, Summer 78), James Horner (Avatar)
- PoP: Adele, Amy MacDonald, The Black Eyed peas, Birdy, Dido, Duffy, Coldplay, Lana del Rey, Sia, Calvin Harris: (How deep is your love), Major Lazer: (Lean On), Deavid Guetta usw.
- Klassik: Beethovens 9 und 5 Sinfonie, Mozart Piano Sonata No. 11 usw.
- Rap: Eminem usw.
- Buena vista social Club und ähnliche

Das ist also mal der Vorgeschmack welche Musik sich mit diesem Kopfhörer richtig toll anhört :-)

Noise Cancelling: ***** (5 Sterne von 5)
Kommen wir nun zum wichtigsten, dem Noise Cancelling. Bei meinem ersten Flug war ich absolut begeistert und wusste dass sich die Anschaffung auf jeden Fall gelohnt hat. Ich war so stark in meine Musik vertieft, dass ich den Start des Flugszeugs fast nicht mitbekommen hätte, wäre da nicht das Bauchgefühl gewesen ;-)
Flugzeug: 5 von 5 Sterne (Perfekter Musikgenuss)
Bahn: 4 von 5 Sterne (Bei tunnelfahrten erfolgt je nach Zug ein komisches Druckgeräusch auf den Ohren)
Citylife: 4 von 5 (Autos und ähnliches werden fast nicht mehr wahrgenommen, allerdings nur bei hoher Musiklautstärke)
Alltag Café, Restaurant: 3 von 5 (Hohe und schrille Stimmen kann das Noise Cancelling leider nicht ausgleichen)

Bluetooth Verbindung ***** (5 von 5 Sternen)
Unterwegs hatte ich mit den Bose QC35 bis jetzt keinerlei Aussetzer und bin von der Verbindungsqualität begeistert, anders als es bei den B&O h8 der Fall war. Zu Hause kann ich mich auch leicht in einem Radius von 7 Metern ohne Aussetzer bewegen.

Fazit:
Ich bin von den Kopfhörern absolut begeistert und freu mich endlich wieder auf meine Geschäftsreisen, weil ich mich mit diesen Kopfhörern perfekt entspannen kann. Deswegen schau ich gerne über meine anfänglichen Probleme mit der Verarbeitungsqualität und die leicht schlechtere Musikqualität hinweg. Wer aktuell auf der Suche nach Bluetooth Kopfhörer mit Noise Cancelling Funktion ist, kommt an diesen Kopfhörern nicht vorbei. Wer jedoch etwas mehr wert auf die Musikqualität legt, dafür aber Abstriche im Noise Cancelling hinnehmen kann, sollte sich die Sennheiser Whirless Momentum 2.0 kaufen. Klassik Liebhabern die höchsten Wert auf Verarbeitungsqualität und tolle Materialien legen kann ich ausnahmslos die Bang und Olufsen H7 empfehlen. Die Kopfhörer haben zwar kein aktives Noise Cancelling, dafür ist das passive Noise Cancelling um so besser.

Anmerkung:
Hören ist etwas sehr subjektives, jeder Mensch hat eine andere Wahrnehmung. Hifi Geräte benötigen meistens eine kleine Einspielzeit bis sie ihr volles potenzial entfalten können und das menschliche Ohr (das vielleicht schon an eine andere Art zu hören gewöhnt ist) muss sich erst einmal an einen neuen Kopfhörer gewöhnen. Diese Eingewöhnungsphase viel mehr jedoch noch nie so leicht wie bei den Bose QC35 Kopfhörer.

Einen ausführlichen Videoreview könnt ihr auf YouTube unter dem Suchbegriff: "markdeu bose" finden.

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Christophe L

Most comfortable, no-frills headphones with great ANC: better than Sony’s MDR-1000X?

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 20, 2016

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I’ll share with you here my real world experience of the highly rated Bose QuietComfort 35 to help you make the best purchase decision for your own needs. My unbiased, non-technical review will be as detailed as possible and supported by a comprehensive photo coverage.

If you prefer concise reviews, I invite you to scroll down to the 'CONCLUSION' section where I summarised the key strengths and weaknesses. Last but not least, I’ll also compare the QC35 (£289) to a slightly more expensive alternative option, Sony’s MDR-1000x (£329).

As far as I am concerned, I didn’t have to wait for my Apple iPhone 7 Plus to convince me (not force me) to switch to wireless headphones. I find them much more convenient as long as they are reliable and comfortable, they sound good (multimedia and calls) and, last but not least, they have enough juice to serve you well as and when you need them.

I was really excited to purchase the Bose QuietComfort 35, the long-awaited wireless successor of the king of (active) Acoustic Noise Cancelling (ANC), the Bose QC25 headphones.

I invite you to find below my comprehensive feedback on this excellent pair of noise cancelling bluetooth headphones after using them in a number of different situations (music, youtube videos, calls, FaceTime, Google Duo), environments (home, street, train, plane) and devices (iPhone 7 Plus, iPad Air, Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro, Coolpad Cool1 Dual).

Please note that I wear glasses most of the time, I work from home a lot or in the office (hot desking), and I travel a lot. I love technology and I own several Android and Apple smartphones.

Now, back to the review.

First of all, let’s talk about the packaging (box, accessories, carrying case), followed by the design (build quality, comfort, key features) of the QC 35.

1. PACKAGING____
The headphones are coming in a compact box which includes a hard carrying case, USB charging cable, 2.5mm audio cable for wired connection and a few instruction leaflets.

Carrying case
It’s a well-made hard case which seems durable enough and despite not being too padded offers some level of protection of your beloved headphones.

It’s convenient with two pockets (one internal, one external) to carry your small accessories and other cables.

In my opinion, the biggest issue with the case is the lack of fixed, padded separator to secure the headphones and prevent damage by rubbing when folded. Bose includes a small band of light material that you have to position yourself each time you are done using your headphones. That is, if you successfully manage not to loose it!

2. DESIGN____
The headband connecting the two well-padded earcups is also well-padded and those headphones are rather light with a well-distributed weight. As a result, the level of physical pressure on your head is almost inexistent which is no short of extraordinary.

I can confidently confirm that those headphones are the most comfortable pair I’ve ever owned and I had no problem wearing them for most of my recent flight from London to Dubai. My ears virtually didn’t get hot nor sweated.

I believe I have a rather average/normal sized head for a 6 foot tall man, and I wear the headphones at about 0.5 inch (on each side) from the tightest headband configuration. In my opinion, this is a good option for people with small heads.

On the left earcup you will find a single 2.5mm jack for connecting the wired connection to your device. This is a bit of a bummer as a standard 3.5mm cable would have been more convenient, especially if you loose the official cable.

On the right earcup you'll find a power slider, micro USB charging port, and buttons for pausing, skipping, raising and lowering the volume. You will also find a LED light indicating power on and bluetooth pairing.

Overall, the buttons work well on both Apple and Android devices. Nevertheless, I thought I’d mention that I noticed a 1-second lag to pause/resume a video or a song. Also, sometimes my iPhone wouldn’t lower or increase the volume despite pressing the volume buttons on the headphones.

It wasn’t a big deal for me, but please note that holding the middle button will also launch ‘voice control’ which proved ineffective based on my few initial tests.

Of course, those headphones have a foldable design which makes them not only very flexible but also seems to provide an excellent level of durability even for the road warriors among us.

3. COMFORT____
The QC 35 are extremely comfortable on your head: you hardly notice them at all. And that’s incredible. My ears didn’t get warm or sweaty. The headphones also sit comfortably around your neck.

Based on my experience, the only issue with it is the ‘cabin pressure’ effect in quiet environment generated by the always-on ANC. It is too intense for me to wear at home for long periods of time.

4. FEATURES____
Not much except for an industry leading ANC activated by default. Shame we don’t have the option to deactivate it in silent surroundings.

I thought I’d mention the excellent voice prompt and the companion app available for both Android and Apple devices.

The VOICE prompt is quite helpful. A well-articulated female voice tells you when: 1. the headphones is in pairing mode, 2. the headphones is trying to connect to already paired devices, 3. the headphones are connected to a device (the voice will spell the device name which is neat), 4. the level of battery life (it’s precise / 10% increments), 5. the device is disconnected.

Please note that the voice is annoying when trying to pair… especially if you want to block sound on a plane without listening to anything… but I have some good news: you can deactivate it once and for all via the mobile app.

The MOBILE app is also helpful. It gives you the ability to: 1.
add/edit the list of connected devices, 2. control the volume, 3. display the battery life, 4. set an auto off-timer (never -by default-, 5mn, 20mn, 40mn, 1h and 3h), 5. turn voice prompt on/off, 6. select the language among 11 (including French, Spanish and German).

Please note that contrary to the feature-packed Sony MDR-1000x, Bose doesn’t offer here AptX support for high fidelity audio as they ‘felt the quality offered by standard Bluetooth was good enough’ according to techradar.com.

5. BLUETOOTH PAIRING____
You can connect to several devices without any problem.

To pair, you just have to switch and hold the power slide/button for a couple of seconds.

When both devices are already paired, it’s extremely fast from switching on the headphones (bluetooth already on). It slower when bluetooth not activated on phone first (it takes about 4-5 sec to connect).

I also successfully paired my QC 35 to four devices at the same time (iPhone 7 plus, iPad Air, 2 Android phones). 

6. BLUETOOTH RECEPTION/RANGE____
The Bose QC35 offers a decent range and a strong connection with your phone. I have experienced any of the annoying disconnection issues which happen far too often with so many wireless headphones.

The reach is good: I can leave my phone in our bedroom, walk in the flat, kitchen, lounge, go on the balcony and leave the flat pass the hallway and the staircase door. Then I loose the signal.

7. PERFORMANCE____
Overall, those headphones sound good. They are not very loud though when compared to other wireless headphones, but there is virtually no leakage.

The ANC is market leading: if it works like a charm, it’s too strong for my taste in quiet environments and -like most ANC- it doesn’t block voices but turns them into odd, ‘metallic’ murmurs.

The call quality is also good, which is important for me as I’m using my headphones both for personal and business use.

I found that the high frequencies are a bit shy, the base and the mid frequencies being more present.

I confirm there is no latency when you are watching YouTube videos on your smartphone/tablet.

TESTS
You will find below the results of my tests in various environments. I hope you will find my insights helpful.

1. Home - silence
I might be more sensitive then most people, but the ANC hurt my head in very quiet environments. Shame Bose doesn’t let you switch off the ANC.

I have to admit that I don’t understand why they wouldn’t give you the choice, but they are not the only ones: Senheiser doesn’t offer the option either on their best-selling bluetooth ‘Momentum 2.0’ headphones.

Good for calls, recipients would hear me well. As a matter of fact, people would hear me better and louder than the Sony MDR-1000X.

2. Street - very windy terrace of a coffee shop on a busy road
I video called my parents on Google Duo and FaceTime (4G).

For both services, the sound quality of the QC35 was excellent for the recipients: they couldn’t hear the wind, my voice was clear and loud. It’s important to note that they could also clearly hear the people around me.

At my end, the audio quality was good too.

3. A busy Apple store
The QC35 does a great job blocking a good amount of background noise while I was listening to some music, but not so much the voices which I could still here and which sounded distant and distorted.

On FaceTime, my mother could hear people around me as well as me.

4. Train - Eurostar London to Paris
Same experience when I was listening to some music: I could hear the voices of the passengers behind me which sounded high pitched and distorted: a bit like someone at the other end of a phone call. It sounds very weird.

5. Plane - London to Dubai
The QC35 successfully blocked most of the engine and cabin noises without giving me a headache (no ‘cabine pressure’ sensation, unlike in quiet environments). I could still hear perfectly well the two guys behind us speaking.

I had to set the volume to 6-7 to hear the music more than the voices behind. The headphones are extremely comfortable to wear for long periods of time. But I don’t find the physical controls very practical.

SOUND LEAKAGE
This wasn’t a perfect setup, I just used the recorder app on my iPhone (placed about 30cm away from me) to measure the sound leakage at 25%, 50% and 75%.

I am delighted to report that there was no leakage at all until 50-60% and just a few faint murmurs at 75%. 

POWER LEVEL
Again, this wasn’t a perfect setup, I just used an app on my iPhone (placed in-between the ear cups) to measure the sound level at 25%, 50% and 75%.

The results are respectively 40-45 db, 60 db and 70-75 db. 

AUDIO QUALITY - MUSIC
I LOVE listening to some good music: anything from Adele to the Rolling Stones, Metallica, Hozier, Eminem, Jimmy Hendrix and Pavarotti. But I am not an audio expert nor a dedicated audiophile.

You will find below my honest feedback which might not be very well-articulated from a technical stand point. Please forgive me.

I listened on my iPhone 7 Plus to a rather eclectic selection of brilliant songs to test the range of the Bose QC35 and its competitor, the Sony DMR-1000X: ‘Hello’ by Adele, ‘Seven Nation Army’ by the White Stripes, ‘Love the way you lie’ by Eminem and Rhianna, ‘Hurt’ by Johnny Cash and Carmina Burana conducted by Andre Rieu.

Highway to hell
 Bose: bass heavy, very quiet voices
Sony: bass heavy too, voice muted but not as much, great solo  

Hello
 Bose: bass heavy, can't hear voice at 2:40?
Sony: hear voice better than with the Bose

Seven nation army 
Bose: quieter, bass heavy, voice not as clear
Sony: much more pleasing audio experience 

Love the way you lie
 Bose: good, big boom sounds, arrangements very subtle (mediums low) 
Sony: much louder, Rhianna voice better defined, bass heavy but more balanced with voice, mediums more present

Carmina Burrata
 Bose: mid good, bass less present
Sony: applause, love intro, mid after intro, faint voices are clearer 

8. BATTERY LIFE____
As advertised, the battery would constantly last a bit over 20 hours, which is excellent.

It charges from 0-100% in about 2h30-3h. Please note like with the Sony MDR-1000X, you can’t use the Bose QC 35 while charging…

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CONCLUSION
Unarguably, the Bose QC 35 are a great, no frills pair of bluetooth headphones which provides some industry leading ANC. They are well-worth the £279.85.

I LIKED
+ good case
+ slim design
+ incredibly comfortable, even with glasses
+ best-in-class ANC
+ the price is justified
+ voice info and companion app
+ excellent battery life
+ easy pairing (multiple devices)
+ small heads friendly
+ virtually no sound leakage

I WISHED
- it had more built-in features
- the materials were more premium (plastic built is not as slick as similarly priced high-end headphones) - I am a bit picky here-
- you could switch off the ANC (your ears will feel the ‘cabin pressure’ in quiet environments)
- they provided a standard cable (3.5mm, not 2.5mm)
- the manual control were not so fiddly
- you couldn’t hear distorted voices from people around you
- the volume was higher
- it supported AptX
- listening to music was more pleasing

WHO ARE THE BOSE QC35 FOR?
Road warriors and people who: are looking for peaceful travels and commutes, prefers understated/discrete designs, use controls on their phone, wear it on the neck for long period of time, use multiple devices on regular basis, do a lot of voice calls. It’s also ‘smaller head’ friendly.
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TIPS
- you can deactivate the voice in the app
- you can also edit the list of paired devices in the app
- if you tend to wear your headphones around your neck when not using them, you will have to reverse the ear cups to have the external side on display instead of the inside padding.

HOW DO THEY COMPARE TO THE SONY MDR-1000X?
As much as I LOVE the QC35, which deserves a 5-star ratings at its price point, I've been using the slightly more expensive Sony MDR-1000x as my daily driver: they offer in my opinion a better customer experience overall with their superior audio performance, connectivity, controls and additional functionalities.

1. PACKAGING: winner Sony
2. DESIGN: winner Sony
3. COMFORT: winner Bose
4. FEATURES: winner Sony
5. BLUETOOTH PAIRING: winner Bose
6. BLUETOOTH RANGE: winner Sony
7. PERFORMANCE - Audio Quality: winner Sony
7. PERFORMANCE - ANC: tie
8. BATTERY LIFE: winner Sony

You will find more information the Sony MDR-1000X ( Sony MDR-1000X Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Ambient Sound Touch Sensor High Resolution Audio Headphones - Black ), which is now my daily driver, in my upcoming Amazon review.

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Andrew Baisden

These are the BEST Bluetooth headphones right now

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 26, 2016

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Bluetooth wireless headphones have always been something that I have wanted to own. The freedom of having no wires has always appealed to me. I have a pair of Beats by Dr. Dre Solo2 On-Ear Headphones which are wired and I believed that it would only be natural for me to go for a wireless variant next. However, after owning two pairs of Beats Solo2 which have fallen apart I decided that it was time for a change.

After doing a considerable amount of research I managed to narrow it down to the Bose QuietComfort 35 and the Sennheiser Momentum 2.0. In the end I opted to go with the Bose because they are newer, they don’t have the Bluetooth issues that the Sennheiser Momentum 2.0 have and Bose have the best noise cancelling headphones on the market period.

I received these on the 19/06/2016 so I have had them for about 1 week as of right now.

Design

The Bose QC 35 is simply beautiful in my opinion. I decided to buy the silver colour it’s a personal preference but I just find them to be much better looking than the black version. They stand out more you are going to get noticed wearing them because the colour is so prominent. I just find the black version a little too generic for my tastes it could be mistaken for looking like any other headphone out there but the silver version is unmistakably Bose or something very expensive and high end. Some people might disagree but that is just my point of view on it.

A black hard case is included in the packaging for storage and travel. It stores the headphones as well as the cable and adaptors in a nice neat package. These headphones can fold away into a smaller form factor making them very compact.

Comfort

This is an area that you need not worry about at all. They are called QuietComfort for a good reason. Let me put it like this. You can wear these all day for hours on end and not even worry about how they feel on your head. There is no clamping force whatsoever, I have an average sized head I would say and I don’t have any problems with them. The ear cups are big enough to cover your whole ear and the comfort is just right. Not too tight and a good seal so you can enjoy the music.

There is a nice thick spongy headband underneath the top of the headphones which is covered in a soft fabric. Again I would like to reiterate that these are very comfortable on your head, I would go as far as to say that these ARE the most comfortable headphones I have ever worn.

I don’t feel like I have any of the head fatigue or tension experienced with other headphone brands. These are by far my favourite in terms of comfort level. I have not noticed any ear sweating from extended usage either yet.

Build Quality

They look and feel pretty sturdy and durable as far as I can tell. You can see just by looking and holding them that they are made using a very premium high end material. They have a metal, plastic type feel to them and the top of the headband has leather as do the ear cups themselves. I think these are fantastic I know it has only been a week but they seem like they are going to last a while. Overall these headphones are very lightweight.

Bose have designed it to use a 3.5mm Male to 2.5mm Male cable. While I would have preferred that they did not use the smaller 2.5mm for the headphones port and instead opted for 3.5mm both sides which is usually standard I don’t find it to be a big problem. I primarily use these wireless anyway but I have to say that the cable holds its place well it does not feel like its going to fall out.

Battery Life

Battery life is listed at 20-hour battery life per charge, and up to 40 hours in wired mode. I admit I have not extensively tested these out yet but there is no reason to doubt these figures. They came pre charged at approximately 70% and I have been using them every day for a few hours. The battery went down to about 20% just yesterday after 6 days’ usage which I think is amazing considering they had not even been charged to 100%. They also don’t appear to discharge and lose battery when switched off like some headphones do.

Yesterday I charged them up to 100% and I don’t believe it took that long either, an hour or so at most if I recall.

Bluetooth

The Bluetooth works about as well as you would expect it to. So far I have connected them to the following devices without any problems whatsoever.

IPhone 6S Plus
iPad Air 2
Macbook Retina 13”
Samsung 40" JU7000 7 Series Flat UHD 4K Smart 3D LED TV

The range seems to be fairly good although I have not tested it from long distance. To be fair I don’t plan on going that far from my devices the only exception would be the TV. But for something like a phone it is always going to be in your pocket or on a surface.

These also have voice notifications which is very cool. So you know when its turning on/off as well as pairing and connecting and disconnecting from different devices. It also tells you when the battery is low and how much battery is left.
I can also confirm that these do not appear to have any lag when watching videos or playing games which is sometimes the case with Bluetooth audio devices.

When you first connect these wirelessly to your phone you are prompted to download the Bose Connect App. This app allows you to manage which devices are connected which is pretty cool. The one thing I wish it had was an equaliser so that we could adjust the sound profiles for each device.

The Bose QC 35 can simultaneously connect to two devices at the same time. What these means is that you can connect them to a phone and tablet for example and whichever device is playing automatically plays through the headphones. Let me tell you how it works. So its connected to two devices and you want to listen to music on your phone for example. All you have to do is play something on your phone and make sure that whatever you have playing on your iPad has stopped or is paused its that simple. It also works vice versa for any device. Just play what you want be it a video or audio on one device and make sure noting is playing on the other one and it will automatically switch to what is playing and make that the primary device that is connected which is so cool! Not need to worry about paring and un-pairing.

Soundstage

I am by no means a true audiophile so I will give you my opinion based on an average music listener. Ok so here is a little bit of truth. I admit I was very sceptical when buying these headphones because I was unable to find a demo unit for them in store. I did manage to listen to the Bose QuietComfort 25 but people have been saying that the soundstage is not exactly the same so I did not have a proper reference. I am an avid fan of bass filled songs which is why I have bought brands like Beats and V-MODA in the past. Bose have never been known for having lots of bass with their headphones the soundstage tends to be more flat so I was not sure what to expect. It was a very close call between these and the Sennheiser Momentum 2.0 because I had heard the former in store and I knew that they would have the bass I desired. The Bose QC 35 have been getting stellar reviews and people have been commenting on the improved soundstage and more bass so I figured I would take the gamble and buy them.

I am happy to say that bass lovers are going to fall in love with these once you break them in! I have compared them to my Beat Solo2 and while they appear to have a little more bass the the Bose I find that the Bose have a more natural sounding bass profile which brings songs to life in a much better way! So basically I’m saying that these are just on a completely different level I’m hearing more instruments in songs I have had for years than I knew existed!

My taste in music is more based around hip hop and rap but I have sampled a few different genres. Each one sounds simply stunning, the songs have a new lease of life to them. Again I do not consider myself a true audiophile but if you just compare these to any other headphone out there you can tell that there is something different happening in here it is like light and day.

What sets these apart is the Acoustic Noise Cancelling technology which truly is like magic and is exclusive to Bose nobody does it better. Once they are turned on its like being in your own world it significantly cuts out the outside noise so it is just you and the music. The feeling is truly surreal and you have to experience this for yourself to understand. This is another one of the reasons why the soundstage is so good there a very few headphones that exist which can cut out all of the outside noise and leave you with nothing but an amazing soundstage.

I’m going to save the best for last…. You CAN use these wired with and without the Acoustic Noise Cancelling turned on. So if you want to go into your own world and not have anything outside distracting you then you can. And if you want to be self aware and maybe hear some of what is happening outside then you can do that too! One thing to be aware of though is that when it is connected through the Bluetooth you are always going to have the Acoustic Noise Cancelling set on it is not possible to switch it off.

Another thing to be aware of his how these play music. Because this is a high quality product it is going to make high quality audio songs sound amazing and you will be able to tell the difference between something that is very compressed too. It really brings out the sound so just be aware of this it can make it easy to detect when a song has had significant compression as it wont sound as good.

I have not noticed any significant sound leakage at normal listening volumes so far.

Conclusion

These are the BEST Bluetooth headphones right now, yes I know I already said that in my title but I want to make sure that it sinks in! For those of you worried about bass I already told you that its much improved in this generation. If you are still unsure go check it out in a store and judge for yourself but based on all the positive reviews on here and in the media, we can’t all be wrong surely?

I highly recommend these headphones; Bose have made a winner!

Pros
- Beautiful Design
- Lightweight
- Amazing Soundstage
- Decent amount of bass

Cons
- Expensive

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Phil Monk

6 years of service and still going strong

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 6, 2023

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Had these headphones for over 6 years now, and they're still just as good as day 1. Great sound quality and durability. I've dropped them countless times on hard floors, and they still work without issue. I've had to replace the ear pads on these 3 times now, as I'm a pretty heavy user. I wear them at least 12 hours per day, and I wear glasses, which might explain the heavy wear on the pads. I charge mine every night, and they still get through a full day of usage without issue. Two days of use (+12 hours) is a bit of a push on a single charge.

Rick

Comfortable. Excellent noise cancelling. Comfortable sound quality (not exciting particularly). Not quite loud enough

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 16, 2017

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I have been looking for a pair of over-ear bluetooth headphones for some time now. I have tried many of the inexpensive in-ear ‘sports’ type headphones with varying degrees of sound quality. Some of these earbud-type bluetooth headphones actually sound quite impressive - especially when you take into account their price. The problem with most of them though is the bluetooth range which is sometimes appalling - even simply walking around with your phone in your pocket is too much for these and they start to drop out and lose the signal. They’re also sometimes a real pain to put in your ears and get the sound just right.

With this in mind I decided to get a pair of on-ear bluetooth headphones as they are far easier to put on and off and, generally have a better sound quality. I decided to try noise cancelling headphones - so I thought I would go for what are considered to be the best in noise cancelling - the Bose Quiet Comfort 35’s.

The primary things I am looking for in headphones in order of importance is:-

Sound quality and volume
Bluetooth reliability and (to a limited extent) range
Ability to pair to 2 phones
Battery life
Comfort
Wired input facility

For me, sound quality and volume is the most important factor. I like to sometimes have my music loud - I know it’s potentially bad for my hearing but sometimes I just need to rock-out. My musical tastes have changed over the years - I tend to listed to the following artists and genres:-

Pink Floyd
Rush
Queen
Suzanne Vega
William Orbit
Holst
Vivaldi
Bach

The QC35’s come nicely packaged and are supplied with a very nice carrying case, USB charging cable and a rather tatty cable for connecting to your device in wired mode. This cable doesn’t have a microphone or remote controls at all - when used in this way they become pretty much a pair of regular headphones. You can use the cable in active or passive mode - the sound character changes for the worse when used passively. Be warned.

The QC35’s certainly live up to their name regarding comfort - they completely encapsulate your ears and there’s enough depth for the angled drivers to never touch your ears. They really can be worn for hours without discomfort. Passive noise isolation is very good as well - when you switch on the headphones it’s almost like putting your fingers in your ears - all the external low frequency sounds basically disappear. Once your music starts playing you really are in a world of your own.

Build Quality

The QC35's are made from glass reinforced plastic and although lightweight, do offer a reassuring level of quality to their build. All the important bits on the headphone are made of steel and there's no creaking or other unwanted sounds from the mechanism. Padding is exceptionally soft and comfortable - in other words these are an exceptionally well made pair of lightweight headphones and should last for many years with careful handling.

One thing I didn't like about the 35’s though was the sliding power/pairing switch which I thought felt a little cheap and nasty when compared to everything else about the headphone. There have been a number of reports on line regarding the switch mechanism breaking and the headphones having to be returned to Bose for repair. Perhaps this is something to watch out for and therefore handle with care.

Sound Quality

Very generally speaking, most headphones can be broken down into three basic camps - Those which are designed to reproduce the recording with absolutely nothing added but gain. Pure, flat and super accurate. The second camp would be those which are designed to compromise. Some sound quality may be sacrificed for features or comfort but generally produce a pleasing high quality sound. The third camp are those which are manufactured to simply sell. They will get the job done but by following the basic premise of manufacturing costs being kept as low as possible - everything else is secondary.

The first two camps are the ones we are all interested in. Whilst you may occasionally get a diamond in the rough - ie an inexpensive bargain which sounds phenomenal, this is typically nothing more than a happy accident by the manufacturers. I think it’s fair to say that the Bose QC-35’s fall clearly into the second camp.

Let’s get this out of the way straight away - the sound is heavily processed by the clever systems built in which are exclusively Bose property. The noise cancelling is superb. What makes it utterly superb is that you get the impression that it’s a subtle level of cancelling out noise - until you take them off and realise just how effective it is. I am a truck driver and have sat in the cab with the door open and engine running whilst wearing these and the amount of engine noise that’s being suppressed is truly remarkable. However, this level of noise cancelling sophistication does come at a cost - sound quality.

Bass:
Deep and pretty tuneful. Coped with Dubstep at high volumes without any sign of distortion. Very slightly ‘bloomy’ but actually very enjoyable.

Mids:
Vocals came across clear and well placed in the sound field. Again, no distortion - very slightly ‘hard’ or ‘shouty’ but enjoyable nonetheless.

Highs:
Detailed and non-fatiguing (which is always welcome).

Don’t get me wrong, the sound quality is actually very good - especially when you take into account the active noise cancelling which is operating all the time the headphones are powered. Whilst good, the sound quality suffers with too much post processing. The sound has an artificial flavour to it - not completely over the top by and standards but still enough to take the edge off.

It’s almost like everything about the sound is ‘turned down’ and then certain key frequencies are ramped up again to give the impression of resolution and detail. Please bear in mind that these opinions are my own and also in so many ways, we’re talking about very minor faults. I was very seriously thinking about keeping these headphones and paying full retail price for them - that’s how good they are.

The high price of the QC35’s certainly gave me pause for thought but I had actually budgeted for this kind of price. It was really that pause which made me decide to try out some of the other higher-end bluetooth headphones out there before making my final decision to purchase. The other thing which bothered me about these headphones was their maximum volume level - whilst quite loud I really felt that I wanted a little bit more. Unfortunately this is something that cannot really be overcome - other than using the headphones with a portable amp which kinda defeats their whole purpose.

In the end I decided I could do better when spending this kind of money. Thanks to Amazon's excellent returns policy, I got the opportunity to try a few different bluetooth over ear headphones - but that’s another story.

Conclusion

Basically the Bose QC35’s are an excellent set of headphones. They’re extremely comfortable, have superb noise cancelling technology which cannot be found with any other brand and have a really nice build. I would guardedly recommend them to anyone looking for this type of headphone. I personally felt that I could do better for the price and ended up with a pair of on-ear bluetooth headphones which didn’t feature noise cancelling and so therefore, in my opinion, had a better sound quality.

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