Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over‑Ear Headphones

Reader reviews

1. E Eric 5/5

   Fantastic for travel

   Used these on flights and they were superb—top-notch noise cancelling and very comfortable for long wear. Quick pairing, solid battery life, and the green finish looks great. The compact, sturdy case is a nice bonus.

2. N narsone 5/5

   Short-lived ownership, but superb quality

   They were stolen shortly after I bought them, so I didn’t have long with them, but in the short time I had they were the best headphones I've ever owned. Excellent physical and digital isolation, very comfortable and outstanding sound.

3. B Briana Ruiz 5/5

   My go-to daily headphones

   I’ve used these almost daily for a couple of years—gym, chores, work—and they remain my favorite. The case is handy, the app lets me tweak EQ and modes, the controls are intuitive, and battery life gets me through long days. Occasionally the multipoint connections can be finicky.

4. H H. Clark 5/5

   Comfortable for sensitive ears

   I’m sensitive to pressure and these surprised me — I could wear them even with dental discomfort. The headband padding and soft ear cushions are gentle, and I could even imagine napping in them. They feel lightweight yet well made.

5. D Daija 4/5

   Great overall but some connection drops

   I love the fit and battery life, and the noise cancelling is very effective for household noise. However, after a few months I started experiencing occasional brief audio dropouts. I’ll try a factory reset to see if that resolves it.

6. K Karen Fey 5/5

   Excellent comfort and noise reduction

   I hesitated about spending so much but these are exceptional. They’re lightweight, very comfy for long periods, and the noise cancelling performed brilliantly on a flight. My daughter now prefers these over her other over‑ears because they’re so comfortable.

7. K Kéo 5/5

   Simple and excellent

   I absolutely love this headset. Performance and comfort live up to the brand’s reputation.

8. R Rachel Collier 5/5

   A lifesaver for busy households

   They don’t make the world silent, but they dramatically reduce background noise. I can keep an ear out for my kids while still getting a meaningful break. Ambient mode is great for running or when I need situational awareness.

9. R Recipient K. 5/5

   Perfect for evenings and trips

   I wanted a pair of over‑ears for long journeys and evenings. The packaging is mostly recyclable, the hard zip case is robust, they fold flat, and the Twilight Blue looks great. Lightweight, soft earpads and long battery life make them perfect for audiobooks and long rides.

10. M Marco Velosa 1/5

    Not as feature-rich as expected

    I found them lacking several functions I had anticipated based on reviews and spec lists.

11. S S 5/5

    Very happy with the choice

    Chose these over a competing model after watching many reviews and I’m glad I did. Noise cancelling and sound quality feel top‑tier; they’re comfy though can warm up during exercise. Pick a color you like—some shades can be harsh on complexion.

12. S S Werley 5/5

    Still a top pick after long-term use

    I've owned these for over a year and they remain one of my go-to headphones. Compared to other high-end models I own, they punch above their class. I appreciate the physical buttons over touch controls and find the overall tuning consistent and pleasant. One of the pricier earbuds’ spatial modes felt hollow to me, but these simpler QuietComfort units deliver reliable, enjoyable sound.

13. A Anna 5/5

    Lightweight and reliable Bluetooth switching

    Bought these as a general user and they meet my needs: light, comfortable, strong ANC and easy app control. They felt lighter than some rivals and handled switching between my phone and laptop more smoothly than other brands I tried.