The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Noise-Cancelling Headphones, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

Bose QuietComfort Wireless ANC Headphones (Blue Dusk) Bose QuietComfort Wireless ANC Headphones (Blue Dusk) #2 in Noise-Cancelling Headphones
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Bose QuietComfort Noise Cancelling Headphones (Sandstone) Bose QuietComfort Noise Cancelling Headphones (Sandstone) #33 in Noise-Cancelling Headphones
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#33
Noise Cancelling
Strong, proven noise cancellation
Best-in-class noise cancellation
Sound
Warm, consumer-friendly tuning
Balanced, warm, consumer-tuned
Battery
24 hours with ANC on
24 hours with ANC on
Comfort
Best-in-class all-day comfort
Plush padding, light clamp, all-day wear
Call Quality
Good microphone clarity
Clear, dual-mic noise rejection
Build Durability
Solid plastic and metal construction
Solid plastics, proven hinge design
Value
$175 (51% discount)
Premium pricing; currently $179 sale
Verdict
Best comfort-first ANC headphone
Premium comfort ANC with legendary noise cancellation

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