I'm getting my QC 45 tomorrow I'm so excited! UPDATE: After testing them for about a week, I can say that I’m super happy that I got them. The comfort is the same as the 35’s (fantastic), the sound quality is definitely improved over the 35 II and the noise cancellation is also improved. I also really like the new aware mode, it works pretty well not as good as the AirPods Pro/Max but it’s pretty useful. So overall they’re super good, the only thing that’s a bit annoying is that you can’t disable or turn down the noise cancellation, but there has only been one instance where it could has used it, but that can be improved with updates.
Thanks for comparing these so quickly! It's awesome to hear opinions on them so soon after release. Though, in the future, I'd say if you're going to do a comparison test between two devices, test in the same environment. A busy street isn't really comparable to a highway and might have affected the results of your test.
I had the first edition of the Sony headphones. Then bought the xm3's after trialling them for a month and then trialling the bose 35's for a month. The Sonys were slightly better due to Bluetooth range and i liked the controls. 2 weeks ago the dog ate my most recent pair. I am going to buy the new bose 45's. The reason is simple, i loved the touch controls on the sonys. Then i realised they were really, really annoying. You cannot wear a hood when it rains or use them in the gym. The music turns off or skips everytime you brush them. I need good old buttons. Period
@@espiri2_ Thanks for confirming what I had assumed. I could not think of any exercise that would interfere with the touch controls. The only gym downside I could think of was maybe sweating inside and around the earcups.
@@denuk2003 yea when you sweat a lot the motion sensor inside the left cup deactivates so if you take it out the music will still be playing unlike if it’s working, the music will stop when you take them off. Very good headphones noice cancellation in these is tremendous. It’s not a “loud” headphone but it doesn’t need to be
I had the sonys and they are just not comfortable on my head. I do weight lifting and when doing certain lifts my shoulder will touch the headphones and change the song, etc. Not only that but they get super hot on my head that I have to take them off. I had enough of that and got the QC 45. Super comfortable where I can wear them for hour's. I enjoy the sound profile more as well. The physical buttons work great as I can't hit them when working out.
Ive had the Sony xm4 for about 8 months now and they just aren’t for me unfortunately . They’re not comfortable for really long listening sessions , i work remote and have had clients complain about the mic quality often. The app is really cool but found myself turning off a lot of the features because they are just annoying specifically speak to chat. Bluetooth connectivity isn’t the smoothest for me either I’ve noticed with iPhones it takes a bit to connect after turning on the headset. Overall cool headset but just not for me
Thanks for information. I actually had doubt if Sony app is really practical-- based on my experiences, I do not find many features are useful for me. There was a review that QC45 is better than XM4 in terms of calling quality. Plus the light weight, the two things outscored XM4.
As a QC35 owner I'd say they are still the better headphones "IMO" but Bose def does it well as far as getting that light weight feel for long hrs of use
I love my 35’s.. did your head band leather frey over the years? I’ve had mine since 2017 and have replaced ear pads once. How have yours faired? I watched this and I’m def sticking with 45.
@@anabosnic5503 Yeah i've replaced my ear pads almost 2 times now, had them since 2016. Can't go wrong with the QC's i'm probably going to upgrade to the 45s
@@anabosnic5503 I've had my QC 35's since 2016 and have replaced the earcups twice (with cheap, off-brand replacements from amazon). I live in a tropical island and I use them a lot for when I'm doing work around the house so I sweat a lot with them and heat breaks down things faster, so that's why I've replaced them more often than you. With that said, the current earpads are still perfect after nearly 2 years of use, which beats by a mile the longevity of the OEM ones (which got MUCH lighter use because they were still new so I didn't use them if I was gonna sweat). Anyway to answer your first question, my headband's leather also pealed away like the headbands do after a while, specially near the edges, where they have virtually no leather left. There is still leather in the middle of the headband, but it's cracked and you can tell it's falling off. It isn't prone to leaving pieces stuck on my hair or fingers though, so it's definitely peeling off at a very slow rate. The Alcantara part on the bottom of the headband though, is still absolutely perfect without any cracks or damage. What I DO have is an issue where the headphones turn themselves on even if the switch is set to off, so sometimes I go to my headset and it has no juice. There is no fix for this. It's had the issue for maybe a year now, although there are times where it doesn't do it for an extended period of time. It's an intermittent problem.
Hello! I have Sony Sony WH-1000XM4. When I turn on noise canceling in a quiet environment, I hear a soft but noticeable white noise that doesn't exist in reality. How is it with Bose 45?
I can't tell you anything about the bose. However, I've been using the sony wh-1000xm4 's almost all day every day for the last 10 months. I will say that they have developed a high pitch squeal in the left ear cup when the noise cancellation is on. This problem started yesterday. I cleaned them and it didn't help. I have not talked to sony about it yet, so hopefully it's something simple to fix. The other thing is that I wear glasses. After wearing them for long periods of time like I do, it does hurt my ears where the cups and glasses meet. Other than that, they have been great.
Thank you, but I already called Sony. They helped me reset them. They've been working great since then. It was simple. All I had to do was hold the power and custom buttons down at the same time for 10 seconds.
Thank you so much. These are the exact two I am trying to choose from. Best Buy has the Bose to listen to but not the Sony. I have to go by reviews to guage. Your video was perfect!
So why do i still hear every little nuances of sound in atmosphere ? I have no ambient on but i can hear the TV, faucet, walking, pillows, talking, neighbors, clings n clangs, snapping fingers etc,. Feels like cups make 90% and ANC balances the pressure & feel of echo only. What are these for anyway?
The boss qc45 has not been officially released in South Korea yet. I don't even know the due date yet. Is it too expensive to buy qc35 2nd generation at this time? I want to buy a qc45, but the wait is hard and the price is high.
What an absolutely wonderful review that is both informative and concise. Thank you for including information beyond what is stated on the front of the box. As for a bit of constructive criticism clarify what the more technical terms like "codec" and "eq" mean for those of us that have just learning. Always assume that you audience doesn't know what your talking about. Either way this is one of the best reviews I've seen! Excellent job!
Quick question, have you noticed in the bose headphones the lining inside the headphones isn't stuck down and is just loose. This seems strange to me considering the price.
The only and major downfall of the so ys is phone calls suck! Whoever your talking too will hate being on the phone with you, they will hear amplified sounds of all your background noises, every dish, beep, car, even the refrigerator opening and closing . My wife hates talking with me on the phone. She has the qc 35ii and they are awesome as far as talking to her
Random question - What’s so special about Bose in terms of sound? If you could specify the earbuds (not over the headphones) specifically? Can’t test them in store anywhere and can’t understand what is it that I’m paying for. I have Bose sound system and older headphones and they do sound more full 360 degrees in terms of sound in comparison to some Sony’s or Sennheisers. But not sure if they replicate the same in the earbuds. Thanks in advance!
The Bose QC earbuds have the best Active noise cancelation you can get in a pair of earbuds. As far as sound, bose gives you more of a neutral sound instead of an aggressive bass boosted sound.
How about the cabin pressure? I know the qc35II has an annoying cabin pressure, so did the Bose got rid of the cabin pressure or Sony is still better at this?
I have bought some Bose QC45 and with the headband closed to the maximum they are a little big, if I move my head suddenly they fall off, with the danger that this entails of them breaking while doing sports. I wonder if the Sony would be better for small or narrow heads. I still have time to change them. I wanted to know if this is normal or should I change them. They are the first headphones of this type that I have bought.
4 more hours, better soundstage signature, a little bit better mic., better ANC, aware mode. And as you mention USB-C. Also, they have changed the material of the headphones and done some minor changes to the headphone's layout.
What's the difference in sound quality of headphones & earbuds. I personally tried headphones in a shop & noticed the bass is not puncy & feels loose. Can anyone advise
Sony! No doubt. Sweat was coming down from one of my ears walking uphill on a hot summer day. Never experienced that with QC 35 ii. If you want comfort and breathable headphones, go for bose any day. In my opinion, comfort is the most important factor of headphones. If you can't wear it for more than a couple of hours, what's the point with a great ANC, app, and punchy bass?
@@EnglishT90 I didn't feel like QC 35 ii had a punchy bass, something I was fond of. The XM4 had a much punchier bass, something which didn't fit into my taste. The comfort and neutral soundstage are two of the main I choose Bose over Sony, although it has a better app and is more user-friendly. I have no clue if the QC 45 has a punchy bass because I am still waiting for them. However, according to a comparison on youtube, neither of them has it. Sony's headphones, on the other hand, have a more punchy bass. th-cam.com/video/85NtWwIo3Wk/w-d-xo.html
@@zirak93-2 if you use the right app and right phone you will get it personally i use note series of samsung which has dolby atmos and i use poweramp as a music player and turn up the bass to the max and magic happens!! Ps it requires u to pay after a week but its worth it if u got qc 35 ii
Hi I was wondering which one of these would you prefer if you want a more lively/concert feeling sound. Like a sound that immerses you into the music more as if you were listening to the artist in person. Thank you!
Considering picking one of the two models, but they seem filled with faults: Bose QC45: - Sound is worse than the QC35 ii - Bluetooth problems (maybe only QC35?) - Worse mic than the QC35 - No option to disable ANC - Can't use while charging WH-1000XM4: - Very hot ears, I plan to use the headphones for 8 hours/day so it's an big issue - Heavier than the Bose ones - Extreme discomfort for better music - No aptX and aptX HD support, whatever that means There's also other issues that I forgot to list, which is a bummer as both of them are very expensive headphones, gotta start searching for a cabled alternative.
the key about xm4 that they're regularly going down to 270$ which makes them a no-brainer decision wrt to both. But Bose also look nice and are to some point iconical
Thanks for another great review. For my head and ears, Sony caused discomfort to my ears and head. I couldn't wear it for more than 4-5 hours. What's the point of a great app when you can't wear the headphones for more than a couple of hours. This wasn't the case with the QC 35 ii. I bet the QC 45 are the same.
@@CEONTHEMAKING in terms of punchy bass qc 35 or 45 has thumpier bass? Coz didnt get that feeling on 700s at all so i thought it was a downgrDe or something in terms of bass quality coz qc 35 has some punchy bass and you feel it but not with 700s what im curious about how is the bass accorsing to criteria i mentioned on qc 45
You don't want to use bulky, expensive headphones for working out. They aren't typically moisture resistant and your sweat will corrode the cushions pretty quickly. Often, the headband cushion can't be replaced because of the design. Stick with buds.
I was going to get the Sonys until I saw the pictures of the broken side pieces by the ear cup. I had 3 separate pairs of Sony headphones and all broke in the same area. Nope 👎
What's going on? I just bought the Sony's pre listening to your review. They are still in the package. I must say, your review is great. Thank you. You did a really nice job. Thumbs up and subscribed. Keep up the good work. Thanks again.
You shouldn't buy this first version. I did in 2017 and since then, I had a lot of troubles with ANC going worse over the time, my headphones turning on by themselves and draining battery life... I don't know if the QC 35 ii have the same issues but don't go for the first version, even if they are at a lower price.
CEONTHEMAKING maybe you’ll have a chance to do a comparison between Sony 1000xm4 and Senheiser Momentum 3 wireless and let me know which will go on 1st place on your comparison. Thanks.
great review, but the microphone test seemed a little unfair. Different locations and with the bose having to work harder, as you were directly over the freeway.
Another great content, nice comparison between the Bose QC 45 & WH-1000XM4, I do have WH-1000XM4 in Midnight Blue and have a great, wonderful, blessed, positive, productive and safe weekend
Dubious comment regarding qc45 aware mode just seeming to be anc off…… I plan to get the qc45s …I’ll be back to comment on the aware mode…. I’ve got to believe, in advance, that qc45 aware mode will be competitive to any current headphones…we’ll see
it's worth the upgrade if they have discounts, dont get them at $350, totally not worth. By the time xm5 arrives, the xm4 will be much cheaper and worthwhile isn't it?
I can't stand touch interface, I want buttons when I am out in freezing cold. Touch interface sucks when one is out in the elements or have to use it through gloves. I never had any issues finding the right button on the QC 35. I also need them to be lighter, I run ultra long distances while listening to audiobooks and you can't have anymore weight on your head when it is going to be there for hours. So for me QC 45 wins hands down, the only question is if it is lighter than QC35 II, if not QC 35 II is nice bargain given that it should cost a lot less since 45s are out now.
yeah i live in canada and im worried about sony's touch interface. The bose are comfier and have physical buttons but the only thing holding me back is that the bass on the sony is better.
So basically the result is that they are both great, You picked up the SONY because of the 20$ difference in price, what about when the BOSE is on sale and at 200$ ? I would go for the BOSE myself, knowing that it is more than a 100$ difference even when the SONY’s are at sale, they wouldn’t go that far
From my memory of using the senns, the ear cups are the smallest of the 3 brands. The active noise cancellation was also behind the bose and the sony. I love their 800S but the noise cancelling headphones need a major redo.
@@zergslayer69 I do agree but one major thing I'm considering is sound quality so I'm not too sure if it's gonna be as good or better with either the Bose's or the Sony's
@@jasonsequiquiquiqui1277 That I don't remember specifically, but everybody praises the sony for the sound quality side of things. I really feel the senn pxc isn't that great unless you can find it for fairly cheap. Doesn't it still use micro usb unless they had a recent refresh?
I love when you go to independent reviewers and they all say Sony is better. Than you go to big companies like CNET, etc. They all say Bose. I wonder how much Bose is paying these editors.
Forgot to mention 1000XM4 support NFC connection as well
How about the cabin pressure?
Solid work! the only thing I would suggest is that with future mic tests to be in the same environment to really see difference between the two.
That's what I was thinking a soon as he was on a different place when doing qc's 45 test!
I'm getting my QC 45 tomorrow I'm so excited!
UPDATE:
After testing them for about a week, I can say that I’m super happy that I got them. The comfort is the same as the 35’s (fantastic), the sound quality is definitely improved over the 35 II and the noise cancellation is also improved. I also really like the new aware mode, it works pretty well not as good as the AirPods Pro/Max but it’s pretty useful. So overall they’re super good, the only thing that’s a bit annoying is that you can’t disable or turn down the noise cancellation, but there has only been one instance where it could has used it, but that can be improved with updates.
Nice!
Non sense get lost man
Happy?
No sound quality piece of crap. Shity headphone. When compared. Bull shit
@@rudolphzimmermann3643 I’ve updated my comment 😊
Thanks for comparing these so quickly! It's awesome to hear opinions on them so soon after release.
Though, in the future, I'd say if you're going to do a comparison test between two devices, test in the same environment.
A busy street isn't really comparable to a highway and might have affected the results of your test.
I had the first edition of the Sony headphones. Then bought the xm3's after trialling them for a month and then trialling the bose 35's for a month. The Sonys were slightly better due to Bluetooth range and i liked the controls. 2 weeks ago the dog ate my most recent pair. I am going to buy the new bose 45's. The reason is simple, i loved the touch controls on the sonys. Then i realised they were really, really annoying. You cannot wear a hood when it rains or use them in the gym. The music turns off or skips everytime you brush them. I need good old buttons. Period
I am just wondering why can't you use them in the gym? How does that affect the sound controls?
@@denuk2003 you can use them in the gym bro lol I have them.
@@espiri2_ Thanks for confirming what I had assumed. I could not think of any exercise that would interfere with the touch controls. The only gym downside I could think of was maybe sweating inside and around the earcups.
@@denuk2003 yea when you sweat a lot the motion sensor inside the left cup deactivates so if you take it out the music will still be playing unlike if it’s working, the music will stop when you take them off. Very good headphones noice cancellation in these is tremendous. It’s not a “loud” headphone but it doesn’t need to be
What would you recommend overall for working out? That would be my primary purpose because my gym plays awful music
I had the sonys and they are just not comfortable on my head. I do weight lifting and when doing certain lifts my shoulder will touch the headphones and change the song, etc. Not only that but they get super hot on my head that I have to take them off.
I had enough of that and got the QC 45. Super comfortable where I can wear them for hour's. I enjoy the sound profile more as well. The physical buttons work great as I can't hit them when working out.
dang bro you're on top of the game having reviewed the QC45s almost immediately after released. Subscribed
Ive had the Sony xm4 for about 8 months now and they just aren’t for me unfortunately . They’re not comfortable for really long listening sessions , i work remote and have had clients complain about the mic quality often. The app is really cool but found myself turning off a lot of the features because they are just annoying specifically speak to chat. Bluetooth connectivity isn’t the smoothest for me either I’ve noticed with iPhones it takes a bit to connect after turning on the headset. Overall cool headset but just not for me
Thanks for information. I actually had doubt if Sony app is really practical-- based on my experiences, I do not find many features are useful for me. There was a review that QC45 is better than XM4 in terms of calling quality. Plus the light weight, the two things outscored XM4.
Maybe your iphone just sucks
@@emmyhans9036 Yeah, I think the app is more like a gimmick
As a QC35 owner I'd say they are still the better headphones "IMO" but Bose def does it well as far as getting that light weight feel for long hrs of use
I have the QC 35 and I tested both and I am planning on getting the 45. The quietcomfort are far more comfortable than Sony but I might get both
I love my 35’s.. did your head band leather frey over the years? I’ve had mine since 2017 and have replaced ear pads once. How have yours faired? I watched this and I’m def sticking with 45.
@@anabosnic5503 Yeah i've replaced my ear pads almost 2 times now, had them since 2016. Can't go wrong with the QC's i'm probably going to upgrade to the 45s
@@anabosnic5503 I've had my QC 35's since 2016 and have replaced the earcups twice (with cheap, off-brand replacements from amazon). I live in a tropical island and I use them a lot for when I'm doing work around the house so I sweat a lot with them and heat breaks down things faster, so that's why I've replaced them more often than you. With that said, the current earpads are still perfect after nearly 2 years of use, which beats by a mile the longevity of the OEM ones (which got MUCH lighter use because they were still new so I didn't use them if I was gonna sweat). Anyway to answer your first question, my headband's leather also pealed away like the headbands do after a while, specially near the edges, where they have virtually no leather left. There is still leather in the middle of the headband, but it's cracked and you can tell it's falling off. It isn't prone to leaving pieces stuck on my hair or fingers though, so it's definitely peeling off at a very slow rate. The Alcantara part on the bottom of the headband though, is still absolutely perfect without any cracks or damage. What I DO have is an issue where the headphones turn themselves on even if the switch is set to off, so sometimes I go to my headset and it has no juice. There is no fix for this. It's had the issue for maybe a year now, although there are times where it doesn't do it for an extended period of time. It's an intermittent problem.
Same experience with me as same as you have.. bose is very comfortable in term of details sound quality.. bose is always boss.
I want the Bose QC 45. Sony hurt my head and bumped my jaw.
Hello! I have Sony Sony WH-1000XM4. When I turn on noise canceling in a quiet environment, I hear a soft but noticeable white noise that doesn't exist in reality. How is it with Bose 45?
The Bose 45’s have this as well
I can't tell you anything about the bose. However, I've been using the sony wh-1000xm4 's almost all day every day for the last 10 months. I will say that they have developed a high pitch squeal in the left ear cup when the noise cancellation is on. This problem started yesterday. I cleaned them and it didn't help. I have not talked to sony about it yet, so hopefully it's something simple to fix. The other thing is that I wear glasses. After wearing them for long periods of time like I do, it does hurt my ears where the cups and glasses meet. Other than that, they have been great.
Try to run a recalibration of the ANC in the Sony Headphones app.
Thank you, but I already called Sony. They helped me reset them. They've been working great since then. It was simple. All I had to do was hold the power and custom buttons down at the same time for 10 seconds.
In the UK, the xm4 are £80 cheaper than the qc45
Tbh I bought the qc45 bc they looked better, the Sony looked very big on me, personally
Thank you so much. These are the exact two I am trying to choose from. Best Buy has the Bose to listen to but not the Sony. I have to go by reviews to guage. Your video was perfect!
So why do i still hear every little nuances of sound in atmosphere ?
I have no ambient on but i can hear the TV, faucet, walking, pillows, talking, neighbors, clings n clangs, snapping fingers etc,.
Feels like cups make 90% and ANC balances the pressure & feel of echo only.
What are these for anyway?
Well done! One question, is there a reason that you are not doing the mic checks in the same location?
The boss qc45 has not been officially released in South Korea yet. I don't even know the due date yet. Is it too expensive to buy qc35 2nd generation at this time? I want to buy a qc45, but the wait is hard and the price is high.
I want to block out thunder storms while inside. What is better the QC 45 or xm4 i ordered the Sony but not sure if it was a right decision
What an absolutely wonderful review that is both informative and concise. Thank you for including information beyond what is stated on the front of the box. As for a bit of constructive criticism clarify what the more technical terms like "codec" and "eq" mean for those of us that have just learning. Always assume that you audience doesn't know what your talking about.
Either way this is one of the best reviews I've seen! Excellent job!
Quick question, have you noticed in the bose headphones the lining inside the headphones isn't stuck down and is just loose. This seems strange to me considering the price.
Thanks, I'm getting the Bose.
The only and major downfall of the so ys is phone calls suck! Whoever your talking too will hate being on the phone with you, they will hear amplified sounds of all your background noises, every dish, beep, car, even the refrigerator opening and closing . My wife hates talking with me on the phone. She has the qc 35ii and they are awesome as far as talking to her
yo tengo el qc 45 y es una maravilla James. en amazon me salió por 230€
@@Juanitoelmaequisito ese es bueno
I like your review style. Most informative I’ve seen on these headphones. Keep it up!
This is the comparison I'm looking for. Great video, now I know I want the Sony's. Waiting for that price to drop!
Target drops the price every now and then. I got mine for 200 brand new back in the summer
@@MelloHubb $200 for brand new WH-1000XM4 headphones? Maybe you mean the WF-1000XM4 (earbuds) because I have yet to see the price drop that low.
@@bluefish537 u can get them on eBay brand new for 220
@@yea3722 Those are open-box and refurbished. Brand new are going for $348 right now
@@bluefish537 no I bought mine right now for 220 brand new
If the Sony had lower latency (not that it's particularly bad, but it's also not great) I would already have bought them.
Best detailed review on these individual headsets as well as best comparison. Job well done.
Thank you!
Random question - What’s so special about Bose in terms of sound? If you could specify the earbuds (not over the headphones) specifically? Can’t test them in store anywhere and can’t understand what is it that I’m paying for. I have Bose sound system and older headphones and they do sound more full 360 degrees in terms of sound in comparison to some Sony’s or Sennheisers. But not sure if they replicate the same in the earbuds. Thanks in advance!
The Bose QC earbuds have the best Active noise cancelation you can get in a pair of earbuds. As far as sound, bose gives you more of a neutral sound instead of an aggressive bass boosted sound.
@@CEONTHEMAKING i see.. still can’t make up my mind.. guess will have to get different pairs for different purposes! Thanks for the help x
Bose App has EQ option now for the QC45 💪🏽
How about the cabin pressure? I know the qc35II has an annoying cabin pressure, so did the Bose got rid of the cabin pressure or Sony is still better at this?
wondering about that as well, it was really annoying at the beginning
I have bought some Bose QC45 and with the headband closed to the maximum they are a little big, if I move my head suddenly they fall off, with the danger that this entails of them breaking while doing sports.
I wonder if the Sony would be better for small or narrow heads. I still have time to change them. I wanted to know if this is normal or should I change them. They are the first headphones of this type that I have bought.
Apart from adding a USB C connector can someone explain to me what have Bose added to the QC45?? Seems like a pointless launch.
4 more hours, better soundstage signature, a little bit better mic., better ANC, aware mode. And as you mention USB-C.
Also, they have changed the material of the headphones and done some minor changes to the headphone's layout.
Hi, do you think Sony wh1000xm4 is better or is it Bose QUIETCOMFORT 45?
I don't know why you choose 2 different places for doing the microphone test...🤔🤔🤔
Agree. It also would have been nice to test and compare the microphone quality in a quiet room....
I would guess the Sony's didn't perform well in this area
Thanks for the review! Great job getting it all done in under 8 minutes. Wow
Thanks! Helped a lot to decide the next headphone!
Watched so many comparison videos and this was by far the most helpful one iv watched 🙌
Much appreciated!
What's the difference in sound quality of headphones & earbuds. I personally tried headphones in a shop & noticed the bass is not puncy & feels loose. Can anyone advise
So which one to buy?
I'm curious about the headphone stand which is looking good. What brand is it ?
Slamming review, loving your channel!!!
In the long term use which one makes ur ears warmer
Sony! No doubt. Sweat was coming down from one of my ears walking uphill on a hot summer day. Never experienced that with QC 35 ii. If you want comfort and breathable headphones, go for bose any day. In my opinion, comfort is the most important factor of headphones. If you can't wear it for more than a couple of hours, what's the point with a great ANC, app, and punchy bass?
@@zirak93-2 does qc 45 have a punchy bass though compared to 700 s coz i didnt feel any punchiness at all with 700 when compared with qc 35???
@@EnglishT90 I didn't feel like QC 35 ii had a punchy bass, something I was fond of. The XM4 had a much punchier bass, something which didn't fit into my taste. The comfort and neutral soundstage are two of the main I choose Bose over Sony, although it has a better app and is more user-friendly.
I have no clue if the QC 45 has a punchy bass because I am still waiting for them. However, according to a comparison on youtube, neither of them has it. Sony's headphones, on the other hand, have a more punchy bass.
th-cam.com/video/85NtWwIo3Wk/w-d-xo.html
@@zirak93-2 if you use the right app and right phone you will get it personally i use note series of samsung which has dolby atmos and i use poweramp as a music player and turn up the bass to the max and magic happens!! Ps it requires u to pay after a week but its worth it if u got qc 35 ii
I tried on xiaomi phone as well but it worked best with samsung unfortunately
Hi I was wondering which one of these would you prefer if you want a more lively/concert feeling sound. Like a sound that immerses you into the music more as if you were listening to the artist in person. Thank you!
I'd say XM4...Bose tends to have a flatter sound signature
neither. and I wouldn't expect what you're describing from any ANC BT Headphone.
you sound like you're referring to the Bose, cause the XM4 will give you a more artificial sound, the Bose signature sound is natural sound
Considering picking one of the two models, but they seem filled with faults:
Bose QC45:
- Sound is worse than the QC35 ii
- Bluetooth problems (maybe only QC35?)
- Worse mic than the QC35
- No option to disable ANC
- Can't use while charging
WH-1000XM4:
- Very hot ears, I plan to use the headphones for 8 hours/day so it's an big issue
- Heavier than the Bose ones
- Extreme discomfort for better music
- No aptX and aptX HD support, whatever that means
There's also other issues that I forgot to list, which is a bummer as both of them are very expensive headphones, gotta start searching for a cabled alternative.
sony’s don’t work with samsung tvs and have an awful mic
the key about xm4 that they're regularly going down to 270$ which makes them a no-brainer decision wrt to both. But Bose also look nice and are to some point iconical
Thanks for another great review. For my head and ears, Sony caused discomfort to my ears and head. I couldn't wear it for more than 4-5 hours. What's the point of a great app when you can't wear the headphones for more than a couple of hours. This wasn't the case with the QC 35 ii. I bet the QC 45 are the same.
4-5 hours is pretty long time lol
@@CEONTHEMAKING in terms of punchy bass qc 35 or 45 has thumpier bass? Coz didnt get that feeling on 700s at all so i thought it was a downgrDe or something in terms of bass quality coz qc 35 has some punchy bass and you feel it but not with 700s what im curious about how is the bass accorsing to criteria i mentioned on qc 45
@@CEONTHEMAKING Big difference between 4-5 hours (XM4) and 15-17 hours (QC 35 ii). ^^
@@CEONTHEMAKING You could sleep for a week in the 35s lol
Do these 2 with the Xm5 which one would you like the most
I don't like the usb port being on top of the cups. If it rains, the port is going to get wet quickly.
Has anyone worn the qc35/45 and xm3/4 for working out? Do you recommend it?
You don't want to use bulky, expensive headphones for working out. They aren't typically moisture resistant and your sweat will corrode the cushions pretty quickly. Often, the headband cushion can't be replaced because of the design. Stick with buds.
I think both would be too hot to work out in. I use the QC35 when im studying in the library and apple airpods in the gym.
Very helpful and quality vid man. Thanks!
Awesome comparison. Thanks for giving all the info I need! 👌
Thanks man for video
I was going to get the Sonys until I saw the pictures of the broken side pieces by the ear cup. I had 3 separate pairs of Sony headphones and all broke in the same area. Nope 👎
Man, great video, thank you!
Thanks for the comparison 👍🏻
What's going on? I just bought the Sony's pre listening to your review. They are still in the package. I must say, your review is great. Thank you. You did a really nice job. Thumbs up and subscribed. Keep up the good work. Thanks again.
Thanks!
Excellent video! Thank you very much for this. You just made my Devon a Christmas gift for my wife much much easier. I appreciate the work.
Great review. subbed. :D
Good review. Seems to me the SONYs are better but too complex for this old timer.
Neat and nicely scripted review! Thank you man!
thank you!
So does the QC45 have EQ now?
i heard it yes
I bought the 1000XM4 , n they sounds amazing, love the bass .
If I have the Bose QC35ii would you recommend the upgrade to the 45s?
No
@@CEONTHEMAKING not worth the money to do it? I bought my pair January
If you're pleased with the qc35 there's no point. The sound is better at max volume for me. But that's it
@@CEONTHEMAKING honest man
Hell noooo
Planning on buying the qc35 first edition rather than qc35 ii. Anyone recommends paying extra for the qc35 ii?
You shouldn't buy this first version. I did in 2017 and since then, I had a lot of troubles with ANC going worse over the time, my headphones turning on by themselves and draining battery life... I don't know if the QC 35 ii have the same issues but don't go for the first version, even if they are at a lower price.
Hey is the xms4 missing the surround(VPT) mode like xms3?
CEONTHEMAKING maybe you’ll have a chance to do a comparison between Sony 1000xm4 and Senheiser Momentum 3 wireless and let me know which will go on 1st place on your comparison.
Thanks.
great review, but the microphone test seemed a little unfair. Different locations and with the bose having to work harder, as you were directly over the freeway.
True. I can confirm the Sony is still better though.
Which is better for hip hip? I feel like all these new headphones have no bass . I need that bass.
Skullcandy crusher evo lol
Great video!!! Thank you!!!
Here for support. Another great review bro. I like to get my hands on the White xm4 one day maybe...lol. Sony is so solid with their products
The Sony just destroys the Bose microphone.
Another great content, nice comparison between the Bose QC 45 & WH-1000XM4, I do have WH-1000XM4 in Midnight Blue and have a great, wonderful, blessed, positive, productive and safe weekend
Thanks bro! You do the same!
Are the Sonys comfortable with glasses?
Can you adjust the level of ANC on the Bose??
No
Thanks for another great video and lots of love from Australia, here in Australia the Sony’s will actually cost you around $104.00 less than the Bose.
Thanks for watching!
I didn't get the Sony when they were $345 last year in jbhifi. Now it's 395.😭
@German Chaparro where did you buy it so cheap, mate?
@German Chaparro only the army military can shop on the army exchange, right?
Big disagree on the sony's touch sensitive ear cup I HATE when headphones have that
Dubious comment regarding qc45 aware mode just seeming to be anc off…… I plan to get the qc45s …I’ll be back to comment on the aware mode…. I’ve got to believe, in advance, that qc45 aware mode will be competitive to any current headphones…we’ll see
bose nc700 is onsale at costco for $299 with a premium charging case
Waiting for Sony XM5 model to upgrade my XM3
it's worth the upgrade if they have discounts, dont get them at $350, totally not worth. By the time xm5 arrives, the xm4 will be much cheaper and worthwhile isn't it?
Best review I watched
I can't stand touch interface, I want buttons when I am out in freezing cold. Touch interface sucks when one is out in the elements or have to use it through gloves.
I never had any issues finding the right button on the QC 35. I also need them to be lighter, I run ultra long distances while listening to audiobooks and you can't have anymore weight on your head when it is going to be there for hours. So for me QC 45 wins hands down, the only question is if it is lighter than QC35 II, if not QC 35 II is nice bargain given that it should cost a lot less since 45s are out now.
yeah i live in canada and im worried about sony's touch interface. The bose are comfier and have physical buttons but the only thing holding me back is that the bass on the sony is better.
How do they compare connected to tv
I own the XM4, its absolutely top notch
Beast ones with bass?
So basically the result is that they are both great, You picked up the SONY because of the 20$ difference in price, what about when the BOSE is on sale and at 200$ ? I would go for the BOSE myself, knowing that it is more than a 100$ difference even when the SONY’s are at sale, they wouldn’t go that far
In short, which is better Sony or Bose, I will be glad if you answer
For me, Sony
Thanks so much for such a detailed comparison. Will be getting the Sony
Great video
How is the bass in QC45
Not strong bass if that's what you're looking for
The should be sold at 150$ . Does not worth more
250 my best price
Hey, could you compare the QC 45's to the Sennheiser PXC 550-II? I'm thinking if I should switch this Christmas. Thanks a lot and cheers!
From my memory of using the senns, the ear cups are the smallest of the 3 brands. The active noise cancellation was also behind the bose and the sony. I love their 800S but the noise cancelling headphones need a major redo.
@@zergslayer69 I do agree but one major thing I'm considering is sound quality so I'm not too sure if it's gonna be as good or better with either the Bose's or the Sony's
@@jasonsequiquiquiqui1277 That I don't remember specifically, but everybody praises the sony for the sound quality side of things. I really feel the senn pxc isn't that great unless you can find it for fairly cheap. Doesn't it still use micro usb unless they had a recent refresh?
Your located in KCMO?
816!
The Bose still look so clean
Tbh the touch controls on the sonys are a pair at times
I’m gonna go with bose I like the design
Thank you very much
If you have an Iphone, go for Bose.
If you have an Apple, go for Sony XM4
*has an Apple iPhone, ends up with both*
I love when you go to independent reviewers and they all say Sony is better. Than you go to big companies like CNET, etc. They all say Bose. I wonder how much Bose is paying these editors.
Woah you sound like a different person with the headphone mic