Bose QuietComfort 700 Wireless Headphones Review

Bose is renowned for its noise cancelling technology, which helps reduce the rumble from aircraft engines and other sounds. It also produces a range premium wireless headphones.

The new Bose Sport Earbuds Truly Wireless come with a slimmer, more sleek design than the QuietComfort buds, and a superior microphone that can take calls. They're also sweat-resistant and come with an charging case.

Active Noise Cancellation

Bose QuietComfort headphones are known for their excellent noise cancellation. However Bose also produces various high-quality headphones that do not require or provide this feature. The products typically come at the premium end of the market and use premium materials, however, they're also light, sweat-resistant and comfortable enough to last for long listening sessions.

The flagship 700s is a great example. They feature an upgraded eight-microphone system (six to cancel the sound, and two to pick up voices) and 11 custom ANC modes that allow you to listen to the world, or block it out completely. They also come with the "Conversation Mode", which allows you to temporarily stop the music in order to announce a message or place a phone call.

Another fantastic feature is the Bose TruSleeve, a removable cover that wraps around your neck and rests on the upper ear to provide additional sound reduction when you're out and out and about. It is available for all QuietComfort products and can be customized with the app to match your ears and lifestyle.

In comparison to our top pick, the Sony WH-1000XM5, 700s have a superior quality microphones for phone calls. This makes them a good option for those who frequently take calls and want to be heard clearly while on the go.

The headphones can be connected to your mobile device using Bluetooth 4.2, Head phones and Bose’s proprietary A2DP protocol. They also support aptX Adaptive and aptX HD which makes the perfect choice for audiophiles who have sources that support these high-quality wireless codecs. Bose includes a 2.5mm to 3.5mm cable for wired listening. They're also designed to work with Google Assistant and Alexa. The headphones come with batteries that last up to 20 hours, and they'll provide quick, easy charging through a USB-C port located on the right earcup.

Sound Quality

Bose has earned a name for its noise cancelling technology, which effectively shuts out the engine noise of aircraft engines or office chatter. The brand also offers headphones with good audio quality. They're all compatible with the free Bose Connect or Bose Music app (older models) and come with a range of features like audio settings, battery life monitoring, customizable controls and a choice of listening mode. They're also platform-neutral, and work with Apple, Android and Windows devices.

The QuietComfort 45 headphones from Bose are the most powerful wireless over-ear headphone. They utilize Bluetooth 5.1 to provide multi-point pairing, with a USB-C port for charging on the bottom of one cup. The headphones come with a cable with a 3.5mm plug at the other end, which allows for wired listening. They also have an ANC button that is located on the left earcup. The app lets you set the ANC at three different levels, and switch on the hear-through mode for ambient sounds.

The headphones are lightweight and designed to be worn for long periods. They have soft cushions that are comfortable to wear. The sound is lively and vibrant, with an impressive bass response that is well-controlled. The treble doesn't sound as crisp as you'd get from top-rated competitors like the Sony WH-1000XM4 and Jabra Elite 85H, however it's sufficient for the majority of music genres.

They also have a fantastic microphone that allows hands-free calls and an assistant for voice that does a great job of separating your voice from background noise when you answer questions. The Bose Connect and Bose Music apps allow you to adjust the audio settings as well as alter the EQ. The Bose voice, which informs you about battery status and if you're connected, can sound a little robotic, compared to the more natural voices found on the Sony and Jabra models.

Comfort

Bose headphones are comfortable, whether over-ear or on. The Bose headphones are generally luxuriously padded and don't feel tight on the Head Phones, and they have an incredibly balanced sound quality that makes them suitable for any genre. Many Bose headphones have a companion app that has an equalizer graphic to help you fine tune your music.

The Bose QuietComfort 45 wireless over-ear headphones are one of the most comfortable headphones we've test, featuring a soft and flexible headband and plush earpads. They're very lightweight and sweat-resistant and you can listen for hours without feeling uncomfortable. The earcups can be swiveled around the plastic stems that extend from the headband. This gives you flexibility and ensures they seal around your ear.

The Bose Qc45s impressed us by their noise cancellation and audio quality. The sound is rich, detailed, and punchy with clear mids and clear highs. The headphones have an even mid-range response, so voices are reproduced well. The only downside to these headphones is that they do not support the most recent Bluetooth codes, like aptX Adaptive and LDAC, which allow playback that is lossless.

The Bose Sport Earbuds are smaller and more sleek than the company's flagship QuietComfort Earbuds, making them ideal for running and working out. They provide up to five hours of battery duration, which is plenty to last through most workout sessions. The buds feature an inbuilt microphone and are water resistant. You can control them using the remote that comes with them or with the companion app. The app allows you to adjust settings for ANC and Bose's Aware Mode.

Controls

The 700s don't have physical controls for the ear cups, unlike the majority of Bose's headphones. There's an electronic touch panel on the right ear cup, which can be used to swipe and tap your finger. Tap twice to play or pausing or pause, swipe up to increase the volume, down to lower it and forward to skip tracks. A single tap answers calls and double taps reject any call that comes in.

The headset also lets users to switch between a mode called "aware," which enables some sort of a view of your surroundings. This is a useful feature for anyone who has to be aware of their surroundings while listening to music or making phone calls.

A motion detector shuts off your headphones when they are not in use. This is a fantastic feature for those who get easily distracted or forget to turn off their headphones. You can alter the Auto-Off timer settings on your Bose 700 headphones through the Bose Connect app.

The app allows you to modify the features of the headphones, such as the settings for audio, noise cancelling levels and voice prompt languages. You can also download updates for your Bose headsets. The app could ask you to share your personal information however this is normal. It's also where you can set your Bluetooth connection preferences, and it also has a an excellent battery reading feature which lets you know how much charge 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 that your smartphone or tablet be connected via Bluetooth. Once connected you'll be able to select a profile, and then locate your headset.

Design

Bose has a reputation for comfortable headphones, and the majority of their models do a great job of keeping listeners' ears safe from ambient noise. Their sound is generally well-balanced and versatile enough to work across genres without much adjustment. They are also extremely versatile and robust. This makes them a great option for traveling.

A large part of what makes Bose headphones so popular is their noise cancellation. The NCH700s have 10 levels of noise cancellation, which is impressive even at maximum. The microphones are also top-quality with six of the eight microphones placed inside the headband to help isolate the voice from background noise. Two of the microphones function as noise-rejection sensors, helping eliminate echo and background hiss during calls.

Bose headphones are minimalist in design, and have only two buttons. The left cup has an adjustable noise-cancelling switch, and the right cup has switches to power/Bluetooth and launch digital assistants. On the right cup there's a touch-sensitive touchscreen that allows you to play/pause music, switch tracks and adjust volume using simple gestures.

Bose's headphones are great for use on the go with the majority of over and Head phones on-ear models providing ample padding for an ideal fit. They're also extremely portable and lightweight which makes them a great choice for travel. Bose's wireless headphones do not block out as much sound as their rivals. This isn't an issue for everyone of us, particularly since Bose also makes dedicated active noise cancelling earbuds for exercise (like the QuietComfort Earbuds II Truly Wireless). This lets you keep track of your surroundings while still enjoying the convenience of your music.