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Sound quality	4.6	4.8	4.7	4.8	4.4	4.5
Noise cancellation	4.5	4.6	4.7	4.7	4.5	4.5
Bass quality	4.5	4.7	4.8	4.6	5.0	4.4
Battery life	4.7	4.6	—	—	4.3	4.6
Comfort	—	5.0	4.7	4.8	—	5.0
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headphones form factor	Over Ear	Over Ear	Over Ear	Over Ear	Over Ear	Over Ear
connector type	3.5mm Jack	plug,wireless	—	—	2.5mm Jack	plug,wireless
noise control	active noise cancellation	active noise cancellation	active noise cancellation	active noise cancellation	active noise cancellation	active noise cancellation
headphones jack	3.5 mm Jack	usb	—	3.5 mm Jack	—	—
cable feature	Detachable, Without Cable	Without Cable	Without Cable	Without Cable	Without Cable	Without Cable

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QC35 headphones II

Renowned noise cancelling headphones

Clear away the distractions of the world, and focus on what matters most. Go deeper into your music, work, and passions — with no noise in the way. Plus with Amazon Alexa, you can enjoy entertainment, get information, and manage your day. Just ask.

QC35 Series II

One app. Complete control.

Use the Bose Connect app to adjust the level of noise cancellation, enable music sharing, manage Bluetooth connections, and access software updates.

Alexa. Anywhere. With the push of a button.

A few icebreakers… Alexa, play ’90s pop. Alexa, turn up the volume. Alexa, what’s the weather? Alexa, add milk to my shopping list. Alexa, how late is Starbucks open? Alexa, lock the doors.
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Customer Reviews	68,071	35,476	35,628	36,461	1,522
Price	$330.46	$349.00	$167.00	—	—
Active Noise Cancelling	Yes, adjustable	Yes, adjustable	Yes, adjustable	No	Yes, adjustable
IPX Rating	IPX4	IPX4	IPX4	IPX4	IPX4
Battery Life	Up to 20 hours	Up to 20 hours	Up to 5 hours	Up to 6 hours	Up to 20 hours
Charging Case	No	No	Yes	Yes	No
Battery Life w/ Charging Case	N/A	N/A	Up to 18 hours	Up to 15 hours	N/A
Touch Controls	✘	✔	✔	✔	✘
App Control	Bose Connect App	Bose Music App	Bose Music App	Bose Music App	Bose Connect App
Colors	Black, Silver, Blue	Black, Silver, Arctic White	Black, Soapstone	Black, Glacier White, Blue	Black
Boom Mic	✘	✘	✘	✘	✔

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Bluetooth

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Noise Cancellation, Microphone Feature, Volume-Control

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Cable, Protective Case, Headphone

Age Range (Description)

Adult

Material

Glass-filled Nylon, Faux Leather, Stainless Steel

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Music

Headphones Jack

3.5 mm Jack

Noise Control

Active Noise Cancellation

Charging Time

20 Hours

Ear Placement

Over Ear

Recommended Uses For Product

Music, Phone Calls, Podcasts

Compatible Devices

iphone, ipad, android devices

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Video Game

Control Type

Voice Control

Cable Feature

Detachable, Without Cable

Item Weight

0.52 Pounds

Water Resistance Level

Not Water Resistant

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Standard Packaging

Unit Count

1.0 Count

Style

35 Series

Control Method

Voice

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Cable Length

12 Inches

Battery Life

20 Hours

Bluetooth Version

4.1

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Is Electric

Manufacturer

Bose Corporation

Item Weight

8.3 ounces

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B0756CYWWD

Item model number

789564-0010

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1 LR44 batteries required. (included)

Customer Reviews

4.7 68,071 ratings

4.7 out of 5 stars

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Date First Available

October 13, 2017

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What happens when you clear away the noisy distractions of the world? Concentration goes to the next level. You get deeper into your music, your work, or whatever you want to focus on. That’s the power of Bose QuietComfort 35 wireless headphones II. Put them on and get closer to what you’re most passionate about. And that’s just the beginning. QuietComfort 35 wireless headphones II are now enabled with Bose AR — an innovative, audio-only take on augmented reality. Embedded in your headphones is a multi-directional motion sensor. One that Bose AR can utilize to provide contextual audio based on where you are. Unlock Bose AR via a firmware update through the Bose Connect app. They’re Alexa-enabled, too, so you can enjoy entertainment, get information, and manage your day — all without looking at your phone. Adjust your level of noise cancelling between three settings using the Action button or the Bose Connect app. Volume-optimized EQ gives you balanced audio performance at any volume, and a noise-rejecting dual-microphone system provides clearer calls, even in noisy environments. And with easy Bluetooth pairing, 20 hours of battery life, and a durable, comfortable fit — you can keep the music or the quiet going all day long. Included: QuietComfort 35 II, carrying case, charging cable, audio cable for enjoying music without battery power.

Bose AR availability and functionality varies. Bose AR enhanced apps are currently available for iPhone and iPad users only. Apps for Android devices are in development.

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4.7 out of 5

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Customers like the comfort, value, battery life, sound quality and quality of the headphones. For example, they mention that it fits comfortably over their ears, it does a very good job at noise cancelling and that the hear-through feature is great. Some are happy with ease of use. That said, opinions are mixed on the value and build quality.

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4,485 customers mention3,463 positive1,022 negative

Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. They say it has great sound, they can hear each individual sound clearly, and it cuts out most of the outside noises. Some appreciate the hear-through feature and the closed design eliminates a lot of noise. They also say the headphones are very good for listening to music and the update gave it audio share capabilities.

"...With the Sony, I feel like I can hear each individual sound clearly, whereas with the Bose everything is a little more muddled together...." Read more

"...SOUND QUALITY:No question at all, the Sony 1000Xm2 are better sounding headphones. Don't get me wrong, the Bose are still very good...." Read more

"...Sound quality is sufficient. I don't currently own any headphones that I would say are better on this front. No complaints here...." Read more

"...sounds equally, but for practical purposes it does do a very good job at noise cancelling striking a good balance of things and being most effective..." Read more

2,068 customers mention1,646 positive422 negative

Customers like the quality of the headphones. They say the build quality, comfort, and performance are fantastic. They also say the durability and sound are fantastic, and the semi-hard case really rocks. Some customers say the headphones hold up just fine and are flawless.

"...The Bose look like an ordinary pair of headphones. Build quality is identical thoughCONCLUSION..." Read more

"...The case is nice - it's hard enough that I don't fear for their safety when in my bag, and not big enough that I have to adjust how I pack stuff in..." Read more

"...Don't get me wrong, the Bose are still very good. However, I really liked and preferred the bass response of the Sony over the Bose...." Read more

"...It is fantastic! If it didnt have this feature Id be impressed but not for this dollar amount...." Read more

1,650 customers mention1,515 positive135 negative

Customers are satisfied with the comfort of the headphones. They mention that it fits comfortably over their ears, is super soft, and doesn't make them feel like their head. They also say that it provides quiet comfort and covers a wide range of head sizes.

"...They're really comfortable to wear all day long, if I get a call from a co-worker I don't need to take them off, and I'm just listening to music as..." Read more

"...For schmucks like me, the sound is perfect, the comfort is perfect, and they're nice enough to make me forget I paid $350 for headphones." Read more

"...The Bose gets the edge on fit/comfort. They are VERY comfortable and light! The Sony 1000xm2 are fine but they fit a bit more snug than Bose...." Read more

"...At first it was painful because the cans, while comfortable, are rather large and press into your head when you're sleeping on your side...." Read more

1,437 customers mention1,024 positive413 negative

Customers like the value of the headphones. For example, they say it's worth the money, has decent call performance, and ANC for a budget. Some mention the build quality, comfort, and performance justify the investment. Overall, most are satisfied with the value and performance of the product.

"...NO! They are absolutely worth the money if you have it. Generally, I find that I wear the Bose throughout the day as I'm working from home...." Read more

"...I live alone so I can happily wear these all day and they were worth every penny if just for the noise cancelling...." Read more

"...Fantastic.Overall I am seeing this as well worth the money, a big step up over a much older generation of this product line I had been..." Read more

"...Google Assistant !! YEAH!! the primary reason i bought these! Pretty hefty price to pay but I've been dreaming about this for months!..." Read more

693 customers mention602 positive91 negative

Customers like the battery life of the headphones. They say it's acceptable, and it goes the distance.

"...The battery life is nice - I've used them for about 12 hours spread over 3 days and the lowest battery level was 60%..." Read more

"...pretty quickly (as most headsets/headphones do) and the battery life is acceptable...." Read more

"...4. The battery really does go the distance and I would venture to say the 20 hour rating would be for harsh use cases where my main use case is..." Read more

"...Battery life and sound are still superb.I would buy again" Read more

382 customers mention291 positive91 negative

Customers find the headphones easy to use. They mention that they sound good, are comfortable, and can be used with multiple devices. They appreciate the clear and concise voice prompts for setup and connection. They also mention that the headphones pair in three seconds or less.

"...can't tell Bose enough how much I appreciate having clear and concise VOICE PROMPTS for setup/connection/etc...." Read more

"...However, after getting used to swiping on the Sony's, I found it easy enough to do. Which do I prefer?..." Read more

"...Not a big deal because swapping apps isn't hard, and swapping tracks is made easy with the headset...." Read more

"...and phone and try to listen to a song on my laptop, it doesn't play smoothly at all...." Read more

896 customers mention558 positive338 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the headphones. Some mention it works well and easy to use, while others say it doesn't work all the time, has issues with the app not loading properly, and has a problem with data transfer speed.

"...They just work better, and I make mistakes with them less often.2. Sony has better technology...." Read more

"...However minimal issues with getting google assistant to synch. Could have better instructions for that part. There was none for this part!..." Read more

"...It worked fine for setup purposes, but I haven't used it since. The action button on the left side is nice, especially because it actually works...." Read more

"...deal but the Bose gets the edge here because it is painless and works more reliably.DURABILITY:..." Read more

784 customers mention337 positive447 negative

Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the headphones. Some mention that the connectivity, features, and functionality are all top notch. They say it automatically connects to different devices and has better bluetooth connection technology. However, some customers have issues with device pairing and device selection. They mention that it frequently disconnects and reconnects even though there are no other devices paired to the headphones, and that it does not automatically reconnect when they get closer to their device.

"...having issues with lack of AptX support and limited control over being connected to two devices...." Read more

"...They also have better bluetooth connection technology, which lets a higher bitrate of audio transfer wirelessly...." Read more

"...I tried to use the music player, but it currently only connects to two systems, Apple Music and some weird podcast thing...." Read more

"...Both do a fine job here but the Bose were the more reliable in establishing a connection without having to fiddle around with settings...." Read more

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James B.

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Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2018

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I give it five stars. My wife hates them she would give it 1. I put them on and that’s it. I can’t hear her any more.

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Masterpieces: A comparison between Sony WH1000MX3 and Bose QuietComfort 35 II

Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2020

Color: BlackVerified Purchase

Around the holidays, I decided to treat myself to a pair of high quality headphones. I live in the central area of a major US city, and to be frank the noise pollution was driving me a little crazy. I was interested in a pair of headphones that would give me some peace and quiet, so I spent a lot of time looking at ANC (active noise-Cancelling) options and the Sony WH1000MX3 and Bose QuietComfort 35 II were easily the top picks among reviews.

However, there were a lot of different opinions about which was better. The split was about 50/50 between the Sony and Bose, so I was pretty torn. Even though they were heavily discounted for the holidays ($280 each), that's a lot of money considering I generally never spend more than $50 for headphones. So I bought them both as an experiment, with the plan to return one after I made a decision.

Let me get this out of the way now, because I'm going to get pretty detailed below. Ultimately, I understand why there's such a debate about whether the Sony or Bose is better. They are both fantastic headphones. I loved them so much that I made the probably financially irresponsible decision to keep them both! They were both so good, but better than the other in completely unique ways. For that reason, there was no dealbreaker for me that makes one superior than the other -- It really comes down completely to personal preference and that's why there is so much debate.

The TL;DR of this review is that you should buy the Sony if you value sound quality most, and don't plan to wear them for long periods of time (i.e. over 5-6 hours per session). You should buy the Bose if you value comfort the most, and if you're planning to use them for phone calls.

If you're interested in a bit more detail, I'll give my opinions on these aspects: ANC, Sound, Comfort, Versatility

ANC

The noise-cancelling on both of these is phenomenal. I had assumed Bose would do better at this since it's what they're known for, but I'm surprised to say the Sony's ANC is slightly better. It does a bit better blocking out non-drone sounds (i.e. people talking, sharp noises, etc) compared to the Bose. With that said, they both are practically equal and I don't think the Sony ANC is so much better than the Bose that it would justify buying them on that factor alone. When wearing either pair, I sometimes feel like a spaceman walking around my apartment because everything is so quiet.

SOUND

This is a clear winner for Sony. No questions asked, the sound is clearer, crisper, and deeper. This is especially noticeable when watching movies/TV shows or playing video games. With the Sony, I feel like I can hear each individual sound clearly, whereas with the Bose everything is a little more muddled together. With that being said, the Bose sound is perfectly acceptable and even 'good'. It's just that for a $300 pair of headphones I'd expect a more premium quality where I am amazed at how clear the sound is. The Sony does that; the Bose are a tier below.

COMFORT

Hands down, the Bose are better. I can literally wear them for 14 hours and they don't bother me except for needing to give my ears a little air every once in a while. I have never, ever worn a pair of headphones this comfortable before. I'm especially grateful for this comfort now that I'm working from home all day because of COVID-19. The Sony headphones are a bit heavier and clamp on your head a little bit more tightly. They also press down on your ears, whereas the Bose are deep enough that my ears don't even touch the inside of the cans. The Sony are still definitely comfortable, but a tier below the Bose. I can still wear them for about 6 hours before they bother me, so if you don't wear headphones that long it might not be a problem for you.

VERSATILITY

This is just a catch-all for all the other aspects of the headphones. Nothing here I would consider a selling point strong enough for most people to make a final decision, but if you have specific needs then this might be helpful.
1. I like the physical buttons on the Bose more than the touch buttons on the Sony. They just work better, and I make mistakes with them less often.
2. Sony has better technology. They use USB-C so the headphones charge faster than the Bose mini-hdmi. They also have better bluetooth connection technology, which lets a higher bitrate of audio transfer wirelessly. Without getting too technical, I think this is a major reason why the sound quality on the Sony is better.
3. Bose is better if you want to connect to multiple devices. Bose can connect to two devices simultaneously, but Sony can connect to only 1 device at a time. For example, if I am listening to music on my computer and I get a phone call, if I'm wearing the Bose, I can answer and talk on the call through my headset, and when I hang up music will resume. With the Sony, I'd either have to disconnect from my computer, then reconnect to my phone before the call ended, or take off the headphones completely and answer the phone separately.
4. Sony looks a little more stylish and futuristic. The Bose look like an ordinary pair of headphones. Build quality is identical though

CONCLUSION

5 months after buying these, do I regret keeping them both? NO! They are absolutely worth the money if you have it. Generally, I find that I wear the Bose throughout the day as I'm working from home. They're really comfortable to wear all day long, if I get a call from a co-worker I don't need to take them off, and I'm just listening to music as background noise while I work so sound quality isn't important. After dinner, it's always the Sony. When I'm focusing on a new album, watching a movie, or playing a video game, I really value how good the sound is. And generally I only wear them for 3-4 hours at this point so discomfort is never an issue.

If you twist my arm about it and made me pick only one pair to own the rest of my life? I'd probably take the Bose just because I wear them so much while working from home. But that's not a fair metric, and each individual will have a different primary purpose for these and that should be your guiding principal when making the choice.

Good luck! (longest review over)

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Orangeman

Tough Choice Between The Bose QC 35 and the Sony 1000XM2

Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2018

Color: SilverVerified Purchase

After doing a lot of research, it ultimately came down to the Bose QC 35 and Sony 1000XM2. I tried them both for several days but in the end, the Bose QC 35 was my choice, which wasn't an easy one to make. You can't go wrong with either pair as they are both very nice headphones. The final decision for me was whether I wanted a little better quality (Sony) or better fit/comfort (Bose). I chose comfort and the Bose 1000XM2. Here are some other things I noticed...

SOUND QUALITY:
No question at all, the Sony 1000Xm2 are better sounding headphones. Don't get me wrong, the Bose are still very good. However, I really liked and preferred the bass response of the Sony over the Bose. Bose are the brighter sounding headphones but the biggest difference was how they sound with bass, which Sony does better.

FIT / COMFORT:
The Bose gets the edge on fit/comfort. They are VERY comfortable and light! The Sony 1000xm2 are fine but they fit a bit more snug than Bose. At first, I actually preferred the Sony fit. However, after having them on for an hour or longer, that's where I noticed the biggest difference... ear fatigue. Much less ear fatigue with the Bose. That all being said, what is more comfortable to me might be less comfortable to you. You just have to try them on, ideally for extended periods of time. I bought these particularly when I fly where I plan to wear them for hours at a time. Even though I prefer the sound quality of the Sony, I just couldn't get over the incredibly comfortable fit of the Bose.

BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY:
Both do a fine job here but the Bose were the more reliable in establishing a connection without having to fiddle around with settings. When comparing the Sony and the Bose, I often went back and forth trying when trying out the headphones. Every time that I went back to the Bose, it was fast and easy. With the Sony pair, I had to go into my Bluetooth settings a few times in order to get a connection. It really wasn't a big deal but the Bose gets the edge here because it is painless and works more reliably.

DURABILITY:
I won't give either pair the edge here because I only had them for a week BUT do keep in mind that the Sony 1000xm1 had issues with the headband cracking. Because Sony hasn't clearly stated whether they resolved the issue with the xm2's, it's anyone's guess. This alone probably wouldn't keep me from going with the XM2's but it is something to consider.

CONTROLS:
I like them both and consider this a toss up. With the Sony pair, you just swipe the headphones to control the music and volume while the Bose has hard buttons. At first, I definitely preferred the hard buttons that are on the Bose. However, after getting used to swiping on the Sony's, I found it easy enough to do. Which do I prefer? Probably the hard buttons because they are a bit more reliable than the swiping. This is very subjective though and I could see some preferring the swiping while others preferring the hard buttons. It just depends on what you like. For me, I found both to work fine. The Sony does have a feature where you can put you hand over the right headphone and it will allow you to hear outside noise without having to take them off. Cool feature? Maybe for some but for me, I didn't see any use for it. If someone approaches me while wearing big headphones like these, I'm going to take them off my head rather than keeping them on with my hand cupping the right headphone. It just seems a bit rude not to do so.

FEATURES:
They both have their pluses and minuses here. It really depends on what is most important to you. I really like how the Sony 1000XM2 allows you to customize the sound (including equalizer). It also has the ability to modify you settings depending on where you are listening to them by simply pressing a button. I don't really no what impact that has though because I only tried this a couple of times. The fact of the matter is that Sony provides a bit more customization which I like! The Bose has google assistant which I found to be a cool feature. I could live without this but it is a nice feature. The feature that I found VERY useful on the Bose is the ability to play text messages through the headphones. I was on a flight recently where we were waiting for our turn to take off. While listening to my music, I was notified that I had a text message. Instead of having to reach for my phone (Sony) the Bose pair allowed me to just push the action button to hear the text. I found this awesome. Sony does not have this feature. What headphones gets the edge? For me, it's another toss up. I really like the customization of the Sony but the Bose are very cool with being able to read my text messages (and google assistant).

LOOKS:
They both look great! I had the gold/beige Sony's and the silver Bose. I might give a slight edge to Bose as I like the silver look and the Bose logo on each headphone. However, this is very subjective.

SUMMARY:
This is one of those times where you just can't go wrong with either pair. They both have their pros and cons but in the end, for me, I prefer the Bose QC 35 by a very small margin.

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6 years and still performing great

Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2024

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Although I wore out the ear pads, and had to replace them (easy) after 5 years, these headphone are wonderful. Battery life and sound are still superb.
I would buy again

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Linus

Great headphones at a price to match

Reviewed in Canada on February 27, 2022

Color: BlackVerified Purchase

I bought this looking for comfortable headphones with good sound, and this pair was everything I was looking for (and more!).

Comfort: The headphones rest lightly on your head without pushing down. The earcups are very soft and have ample room for your ears. The clamping pressure is almost non-existent and I can go 12+ hours with these on my head without any pain or irritation.

Sound Quality: I am no expert on sound and how to describe it, but I feel like I am able to experience a wider range of sound wearing these (especially in the higher frequencies).

Bluetooth: Easily connects to up to two devices (won't connect to more unless you remove devices using "Bose connect" app) with no noticeable latency. Unfortunately the volume is fairly low on bluetooth (I usually listen to music at around 30-40% system volume with other headphones, but I needed to turn it to 60% with these to reach the same volume levels).
This isn't a problem for me however, because I'm at my computer most of the time, and when using a wired connection, it's actually quite a bit louder (I only need to keep it at 16-20% for the same volume).

ANC: The headphones already have good noise isolation due to their design, but the ANC also works very well at blocking out all sound. I can't hear people talking 6 feet away when I am listening to music. The ANC is also very nice when I am gaming, since my fans can get pretty loud on my desktop. When the headphones are connected through wire, ANC is permanently on, so you can switch the headphones off to save battery if you don't need the ANC.

For me, the only downside is the cost. I got it on sale for $280 CAD, but I would say it is worth it for its longevity (according to online reviewers) and comfort. I am extremely careful with my headphones, and the last pair of headphones I had ($80 Skullcandy Crusher 2014) lasted me 7 years before the earcups completely wore down and it started getting uncomfortable, so I am hoping these will last me much longer.

tl;dr: A comfortable pair of closed-back over-ear headphones with great ANC. However, it might not fit everyone's budget.

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Theo

Depois de quase 2 anos de uso

Reviewed in Brazil on September 16, 2021

Color: BlackVerified Purchase

O isolamento é excelente e você não sente na cabeça, não é a toa que os gringos apontam esse como um dos melhores no quesito conforto. Ideal pra estudar (isolando ruído e sendo confortável), uso também pra ir pra academia. A bateria é excelente, dura séculos, horas e horas, dias e dias e eu uso bastante. Após um ano e meio de uso ele começou a descascar as almofadinhas (começou após eu usar pra academia e suar nele), mas um par de reposição aqui mesmo na amazon custa 40 reais. Sobre o som, de uma maneira geral é muito bom. Como sou fissurado por música já experimentei outras tecnologias melhores, só por isso dei 4 estrelas. Se estragasse compraria facilmente de novo. O case é muito bom, ele dobra e é bem portátil, leve... É quase perfeito. Valeu os 1500 que paguei na época. Acredito que vá durar por muitos anos ainda. Recomendo muito.

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Reviewed in Brazil on July 26, 2021

Color: Rose GoldVerified Purchase

Excelente qualidade do produto. O serviço de entrega tb foi perfeito, recebi antes do prazo

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Tomasz L.

Dobre słuchawki ale mało trwałe

Reviewed in Poland on June 25, 2023

Color: SilverVerified Purchase

Słuchawki za Ok 1000 zł po półtora roku do wymiany nauszniki skóra się kompletnie rozwarstwiła , zachodziła płatami . Po ponad 2 latach zepsuł się przycisk do włączania , przez co słuchawki są bezużyteczne

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Unmatched Noise Cancelling and Travel Companion

Reviewed in the Netherlands on June 9, 2023

Color: BlackVerified Purchase

The Bose QuietComfort 35 II headphones have proven to be an exceptional choice for both the gym and travel. With their powerful noise cancellation, they effectively block out distractions, even canceling out those Ed Sheeran songs in the gym. These headphones offer outstanding sound quality and comfort, making them perfect for long and short flights. A must-have companion for music lovers and frequent travelers alike.

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