Bose QuietComfort 700 Wireless Headphones Review

Bose is well-known for its noise cancelling technology, which can block out the rumble of aeroplane engines and other ambient sounds. Bose also makes a variety of premium wireless headphones.

The new Bose Sport Earbuds Truly Wireless are sleeker and smaller than the QuietComfort buds, with better microphones for calls. They also resist sweat, and come with a bag for charging.

Active Noise Cancellation

Bose QuietComfort headphones are known for their outstanding noise cancellation. However Bose also offers a wide range of high-quality headphones that don't require or provide this feature. Its products are usually premium priced and constructed of top-quality materials. They're also light and sweat-resistant, and comfortable enough to listen for long periods.

The flagship 700s are a fantastic example of this. They come with an upgraded eight-microphone system (six for cancelling sound, two for picking up voice) and 11 custom ANC modes that let you listen to the world, or block it out completely. They also have the "Conversation Mode", which allows you to temporarily pause the music in order to announce a message or make a phone call.

Bose TruSleeve is another excellent feature. It's a removable ear cover that wraps around your neck and sits on top of your ear to reduce noise while you're out and about. It's available on all QuietComfort products and can be customized with the app to match your lifestyle and ears.

In comparison to our top pick, the Sony WH-1000XM5, the 700s have a superior audio quality for phone calls. This makes them an excellent choice for people who take calls often and want to be clearly heard while traveling.

The headphones can be connected to your mobile device using Bluetooth 4.2 and Bose's proprietary A2DP protocol. They support aptX Adaptive and aptX HD which makes the perfect option for audiophiles with sources that support these superior wireless codecs. Bose also includes a 2.5 millimeter to 3.5 mm cable for wired audio, and they're optimized for Google Assistant and Alexa. The headphones are powered by a battery with a lifespan of up to 20 hours and a USB-C charging port on the right earcup.

Sound Quality

Bose has earned a name for its noise cancellation technology, which effectively blocks out the engine noise of aircraft engines or office chatter. But the brand also has earbuds and headphones that are of good quality too. They're all compatible with the free Bose Connect or Bose Music app (older models) and support a range of features, including audio settings and battery life monitoring, customizable controls and a choice of listening mode. They're also platform-neutral, and can be used with Apple, Android and Windows devices.

The QuietComfort45 headphones by Bose are the best-sounding wireless over-ear headphones. They use Bluetooth 5.1 to allow multi-point pairing, with an USB-C port to charge on the bottom of one cup. They also have an audio cable with an 3.5mm plug on the other end for wired listening and feature an ANC button on the left earcup. You can adjust the ANC to three levels through the app and also turn on hear-through modes to help with ambient noises.

The headphones are lightweight and designed to be worn for long periods. They have soft cushions that feel comfortable to wear. The sound is dynamic and bright, with a well-controlled bass response. The treble might not be as clear as top-rated competitors such as the Jabra Elite85H, but it's powerful enough to be suitable for most music genres.

They also come with a great microphone for hands-free calling and also a voice assistant that does a great job of separating your speech from ambient noise when answering questions. Bose Connect apps and Bose Music allow you to alter the audio settings and even customize EQ. We've noticed that the Bose voice that tells you about things like battery status and whether you're connected a bit robotic, as opposed to the more natural voices of the Sony and Jabra models.

Comfort

Bose headphones are comfortable, whether they're on or over-ear. The Bose headphones are generally luxuriously padded and don't feel tight on the head, and they feature a a well-balanced sound profile that makes them suitable for most genres. Many Bose headphones come with a companion app that has an equalizer graphic to aid in fine tuning your music.

The Bose QuietComfort45 Wireless over-ear headphones have a flexible headband, plush earpads, and a soft and flexible earband. They are the most comfortable headphones we've tried. The headphones are lightweight, sweat-resistant and comfortable to wear for long durations of time. The earcups are able to rotate around the plastic stems that extend from the headband. This gives you flexibility and helps ensure they are secure around your ear.

The Bose Qc45s impressed us with their noise cancellation and audio quality. The sound is rich vibrant, detailed, and clear, with clear mids and clear highs. The headphones also have a very neutral midrange response, ensuring that voices reproduce well. The only downside is that they do not support the most recent Bluetooth codecs, like aptX Adaptive or LDAC which allow playback that is lossless.

The Bose Sport Earbuds have a smaller, sleeker design than the QuietComfort Earbuds that are the brand's flagship product. They are ideal for working and running. The earbuds have a battery life of up to 5 hours, which is enough for most exercises. They are waterproof and have a built-in microphone for voice assistant integration. You can control them with the included remote, or by using the companion app. You can use the app to adjust settings for ANC and Bose's Aware Mode.

Controls

The 700s do not have physical controls on the ear cups unlike most of Bose's headphones. There's an electronic touch panel on the right earcup which you can use to swipe and tap your finger. Tap twice to play/pause, over ear bluetooth Headphones swipe up and down to change the volume and move forward to skip tracks. A single tap can answer calls and the double tap will reject an incoming call.

The headset allows you to switch to the "aware" mode that allows a little bit of a view of your surroundings. This feature is helpful for over ear Bluetooth Headphones people who need to be aware of the environment while listening to music or making calls.

Another feature of the 700s is a motion detector which shuts down your headphones after a certain amount of inactivity. It's a welcome addition for people who forget to turn their headphones off or get distracted while using headphones. The Bose Connect App lets you change the Auto-Off feature on your Bose headphones.

The app allows you to customize the headphones' features including audio settings, noise cancelling levels and voice prompt languages. This is also where you can receive updates for your Bose headphones. You might be asked to provide certain personal details for this to work however that's normal for this kind of application. You can also set your Bluetooth preferences and utilize the battery reading feature to determine how much power is left in your headphones. Download the free Bose Connect App from the App Store on your iOS device or Google Play. The application requires an Bluetooth connection to your smartphone or tablet. Once connected you'll be able to select a profile, and then locate your headset.

Design

Bose headphones are known for their comfort and ability to isolate the listener from any background noise. Their sound is generally balanced and versatile enough to work across genres without much tweaking. The headphones are sturdy and portable making them an excellent choice for travel.

Bose headphones are renowned for their noise cancellation. The NCH 700s come with 10 different levels of noise cancellation, and even at its maximum, it's quite impressive. Six of the eight microphones are placed into the headband to help separate voices from background noise. Two of the microphones function as noise-rejection sensors that help to eliminate background hiss and echo when making calls.

Contrary to some of their rivals, Bose headphones tend to have a simple design with just a few buttons on the headband. The left cup has an adjustable noise-cancellation button as well as toggles for power/Bluetooth and to launch digital assistants. There's also a capacitive touch panel on the right cup that allows you to play/pause music, skip tracks and adjust volume with simple gestures.

Bose headphones are perfect for use on the go. Most models, both on and Over Ear Bluetooth Headphones the ear, feature plenty of padding to ensure an ideal fit. They're also extremely portable and lightweight making them an excellent choice for travel. Bose's wireless headphones apple don't block out as much noise as their rivals. This shouldn't be an issue for everyone users, especially as Bose also offers dedicated active noise cancelling earbuds for exercise (like the QuietComfort Earbuds II Truly Wireless). This lets you monitor your surroundings while listening to your favorite music.