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Bose QuietComfort 700 Wireless Headphones Review
Bose’s noise cancelling technology can assist in blocking out background sounds and the rumble from aircraft engines. Bose also offers a variety of premium wireless headphones.
The new Bose Sport Earbuds Truly Wireless come with a slimmer, more sleek design than the QuietComfort buds and have a better microphone to take calls. They’re also sweat-proof and come with an charging case.
Active Noise Cancellation
The Bose QuietComfort line is known for its outstanding noise cancellation however, the company also produces a variety of premium headphones and earbuds that don’t need or offer it. The products typically come at the premium end of the market and use premium materials, but they’re also light and sweat-proof. They’re also comfortable enough for long listening sessions.
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 customizable 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 stop the music to announce an event or make a call.
Another excellent feature is the Bose TruSleeve, a removable cover that wraps around your neck and rests on the upper ear for additional noise reduction when you’re out and about. It is available for all QuietComfort products and can be customized with the app to suit your lifestyle and ears.
Comparing the 700s to our top pick, Sony WH1000XM5, they offer a much better microphone for phone calls. This makes them a good option for those who regularly take calls and want to be heard clearly while on the go.
The headphones can be connected to your mobile device with Bluetooth 4.2 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 superior wireless codecs. Bose also includes a 2.5 mm to 3.5 millimeter cable for wired listening, and they’re optimized to work with Google Assistant and Alexa. The headphones come with a battery that can last for as long as 20 hours, and they’ll provide quick, easy charging through the USB-C port on the right earcup.
Sound Quality
Bose is well-known for its noise cancellation technology, which can effectively block out office chatter and the roar of plane engines. However, the company also offers headphones and earbuds that have good sound quality as well. They’re all compatible with the free Bose Connect or headphones bose Bose Music app (older models) and come with a range of features including audio settings and battery life monitoring, customizable controls and listening mode selection. They are also platform-neutral, working with Apple, Android, and Windows devices.
The QuietComfort45 headphones are Bose’s best-sounding wireless over-ear headphones. They use Bluetooth 5.1 to provide multi-point pairing, with a USB-C port for charging at the bottom of the cup. They also include a cable that has a 3.5mm plug on the other end for wired listening. They also have an ANC button on the left earcup. The app lets you set the ANC at three different levels, and switch on the hear-through feature for ambient sounds.
They’re lightweight for headphones that are designed to be used for long periods of time. They come with soft cushions that fit comfortably over ears. The sound is lively and vibrant with an impressive bass response that is well-controlled. The treble doesn’t sound as crisp as the top-rated rivals like the Sony WH-1000XM4 and Jabra Elite 85H, but still adequate for most music genres.
The Bose Connect and Bose music apps allow you to adjust the audio settings as well as alter the EQ. They come with a fantastic microphone for hands-free calls, as well as a voice assistant which does a great job of separating ambient noise from your voice when you are answering questions. The Bose Connect and Bose Music apps also let you adjust the audio settings and customize the EQ. The Bose voice, which informs you about things like battery status and whether you’re connected, can sound a little robotic, compared to the more natural voices of the Sony and Jabra models.
Comfort
Comfort is among Bose’s strong suits, regardless of whether you’re listening to an over or on-ear headphone. The company’s headphones bose are usually luxuriously padded and don’t feel tight on the head, and they have an incredibly balanced sound quality that makes them suitable for most genres. Many Bose headphones have an app companion to the headphones that comes with an image equalizer that can assist you in fine tuning your music.
The Bose QuietComfort45 wireless over-ear headphones have a flexible headband, plush pads and a soft and flexible earband. They are the most comfortable headphones we’ve test. They are light, sweat-proof and comfortable to wear for long periods of time. The earcups swivel upon the stems of plastic that extend from the headband giving you some flexibility and helps ensure that they are sealed around your ears.
The Bose QC45s impressed us by their noise cancellation and audio quality. The sound is clear and detailed, with a punchy bass, clear mids, and crisp highs. The headphones also have a neutral midrange response, ensuring that voices reproduce well. The only drawback to these headphones is that they don’t support the most recent Bluetooth codes, like aptX Adaptive and LDAC, allowing for lossless playback.
The Bose Sport Earbuds have a smaller, sleeker design than the QuietComfort Earbuds that are the company’s most popular product. They are ideal for running and working. They have a five-hour battery time, which is sufficient for most workouts. The buds come with an integrated microphone and are water resistant. You can control the buds with the remote included or the companion app. The app allows you to change settings for ANC and Bose’s Aware Mode.
Controls
The 700s don’t have physical controls on the earcups unlike the majority of Bose’s headphones. There’s an electronic touch panel on the right earcup which you can use to swipe or tap your finger. Tap twice to play or pausing or pause, swipe up to increase the volume, and down to lower it and forward to skip tracks. A single tap answers calls and double taps reject an incoming call.
The headset allows you to toggle the “aware” mode, which allows some passthrough of your environment. This feature is useful for people who need to be aware of their surroundings while listening to music or making calls.
Another feature on the 700s is a motion sensor which shuts down your headphones after a certain amount of inactivity. This is a great feature for those who get easily distracted or forget to turn off their headphones. You can change the Auto-Off setting on your Bose 700 headphones through the Bose Connect app.
The app allows you to modify the features of your headphones, including the audio settings, noise cancellation levels and the languages used for voice prompts. It’s also where you’ll receive updates for your Bose headphones. This app may ask you to share personal information, but this is to be expected. You can also configure your bluetooth headphones preferences and utilize the battery reading feature to see how much power remains in your headphones. Download the free Bose Connect App from the App Store on your iOS device or Google Play. The app requires that your smartphone or tablet be connected via Bluetooth. Once connected you’ll be able select a profile, and then locate your headset.
Design
Bose is known for its comfortable headphones, and most of their models do a good job of keeping the listener’s ears insulated against ambient sound. Their sound is usually well-balanced and flexible enough to work across genres without much adjustments. The headphones are lightweight and durable making them an excellent choice for travel.
Bose headphones are renowned for their noise cancellation. The NCH 700s offer 10 selectable levels of noise cancellation and even at the highest level, it’s pretty impressive. Six of the eight microphones are put into the headband to keep voices away from background noise. Two of the microphones also function as noise-rejection sensors to block background noise and echo during voice calls.
Bose headphones are minimalistic in design, and have only two buttons. The left cup features an adjustable noise-cancelling feature and the right cup features toggles to power/Bluetooth or headphones bose launch digital assistants. On the right cup there’s a touch-sensitive touchscreen that lets you play or pause music, switch tracks and adjust volume using a few simple gestures.
Bose’s headphones are well-suited for mobile use with the majority of over and on-ear models providing ample padding to ensure an ideal fit. They are also lightweight and portable, making them an excellent option for travel. The only downside to the Bose headphones is that they don’t block out as much ambient sound as their rivals. Bose makes active noise cancelling earbuds that are designed for exercise. (Like the QuietComfort Earbuds II Truely Wireless). This allows you to monitor your surroundings while listening to your music.