I have owned both the QC35 and Bose 700 and I regret upgrading to the 700. The qc35 are way more comfortable and the stronger clamping on the 700 make them uncomfortable for long term use. Sometimes I would forget I even had the qc35 on my head they were so comfortable. I will definitely be going with the qc45 when they are released.
Also they have no bass at all, and when you walk with them there is a clicking noise, because the edges of the hoop touch the earcups when you move your head (even slightly). They also fall off your head. I bought them, returned them and then bought the QC 35 II.
I have several QC35 for +5 years. They have been perfect with zero issue since. I don't know how much reduction in battery life since new and I usually charge them a few times a week. I love how Bose bluetooth sync up to almost anything instantly compared to other bluetooth headphones/speakers I've had. Unless my QC35 dies, it would be hard for me to upgrade to the QC45.
I bought the QC45's right after Christmas, just returned them for 700's. The 45's were great, except had major sound leakage. People around me were both distracted and somewhat annoyed. The 700's seem to be much better. This is an aspect that no one seems to mention in reviews.
@@mosa8311 thats just how it is homie. You want the best quality? You gotta spend the big bucks. But if you dont have the money, maybe the Sony xm3. Plus the xm4 is actually cheaper than the Bose 700 so theres that
I have all three and I have to say after wearing them ( 35's for years ) and (700's 1 year ) and recently the 45s, I've got to say the 45s are perfect. The 700 fall off my head to often and I do feel the pressure over an hour of wearing them. The 700s Just fruaste me when working on a project while. the 35s are comfortable and i can wear all day long thought they are horrible when it comes to the mics, I literally replaced those 35s 3 times due to the mic. Now recently the 45s are just Perfect for me. They don't fall off and the mics are so much better. Ohh if you have an Android phone, even the top of the line phoone like an S22 ultra( the new note) the 700 still screech when connecting. Annoying as hell. IPhone might not have that issue
yes but I just received my 45 and i have the 35 also and based on my test i can say 45 like it is limited on 80% of qc35 so it as clearer on 100% yes as it is far not as loud as the 35. But my much bigger problem is the bass. compared to 35 it is like a mouse roar. 45 is big disappointment sending back
I have been in debate for the QC45 and the Bose 700 for a while now. It is my first pair of noise cancelling headphones and I have been trying to find as much information as possible. Thank you so much for explaining each well, and making my decision that much easier. I will definitely be getting the 700.
También quiero mis primeros auriculares con ANC y aún no decido si el Qc45, el 700. Cuál elejiste? Cómo te fue con el audio y la cancelación de sonido y batería. Sería genial leer tus comentarios de uso del auricular. Saludos.
Good video. I also bought both the 700s and Q35 and feels like the 35s are better in every single way except microphone quality. If they took the microphone from 700s and shoved it into a new q35 series 3 or whatever, it would be perfect
Please Am not English man Which one is better Bose qc35 or Bose qc45 or Sony or what? And what is your opinion about soundcore life Q35 Which one is the best highquality of music details .. Help me
Good review. My son has (my gift for graduation from middle school) the QC 35 that I bought from Bose as a refurbished product. He is extremely happy with them, with no issues so far, and he keep saying they are very comfortable to use for a long period of time.
I got my Bose 700s as part of the pre-order deal for the Pixel 6 phone UK. Bit of a no brainer was that - a great pair of headphones and a great phone for £600 ($790). Once I worked out that you HAVE to use the app for setting them up otherwise all sorts of weird things happen I love them. The only real problem I have is that two times out of three they're crap at making phone calls and the person on the other end tells me they can't hear me or I sound really quiet. I just wish I had your young ears but that's not the fault of the headphones. My ear hardware needs an upgrade :-(
@@PeterGaunt i swear they were like £300 last year. There is an offer going right now. Do you think they are worth it? Or should i just get the airpods pros 2 for £100 more?
@@wealthykind8322 I'm very happy with mine (other than the microphone) but I didn't know I could use them for phone calls anyway. They have excellent sound quality. I don't know anything at all about airpods.
I have the QC35, and the sound is beginning to break up a bit and go in and out while listening to either movies or music. Idk what happened to them, but I believe it might be because a wire is loose inside the top part of the headphones because sometimes when I slap it, it works normally again, but not for long. It’s very annoying, but I’ve adored those headphones for years. I’m afraid I’ll have to get another pair, as they’re so expensive these days still….. :(
I just received my qc45 and they are REALLY CONFORMABLE! Sound is amazing, not the best bass but does it's job, long story short, the word CONFORMABLE in its name its true! ANC works well no complains 😉
I wanna buy qc35ii cause Sony equivalent is more expensive and I don't like touch instead of buttons, but everyone saying that bass is not that good has me worried...
The nice update that almost goes unnoticed is that the cups are one piece now. It's like a great refinement. Also your mic test was hard to judge since you changed locations.
I have been rocking first gen qc35 since release, I use them heavily went through 3rd ear cushions, now I can relax and know what to buy if they break down
As the mic test went, the 45 sounded absolutely awful. The 35 was the best for the voice, but the 700 managed a better noise cancellation. Just for a few hours more battery life, I will not go with the 45. Thanks for the great review.
I wore my QC 35s for 6+ years and I finally wore them out. I bought the 700s in dec 2019. I’m about to buy the 45s for only one reason…COMFORT especially on long plane rides.
I’m not sure how you tested the microphone but I’m constantly using headphones while talking to people on the phone with these headphones on. And let me tell you this, if you’re looking for the best phone conversation piece go with 35! I’ve tried all 3 headphones and I’m so disappointed in the new 45. The microphones are just horrible. My friends always complain that my microphone on my headphones suck
Got the 700s, QC35 ii and Sony wxm3. All have their merits. 35s are the most comfortable and light. Sony's have a lovely sound but crap call quality. 700s are the least comfortable but best sound quality and noise cancelling IMO. I do think the wxm4s would be the best since they've apparently fixed the issues with the wxm3s and added additional mics.
Sony disappointed me with sound quality. Without added equalizer settings they sound muddy and bassy. I sent them back and kept my Bose. But the new xm5 are great - they sound more open and natural - especially in the mids. Their sound signature is comparable with the Air Pods Max.
Thank you for the video! QC 35 II wires got loose over time. Then Bose offered me 20$ for them, so I had to decline their generous offer lol. Bought 700s from a private party brand new. Happy with it. Not really after the latest thing as they seem to lose value pretty quickly, so staying one step behind is not such a bad idea to get a noticeable discount. Got 700's new for 250$
The QC45s are nice but i agree not worth the upgrade if you already own the QC35s, also i have never turn the volume up to 100% on my QC35s normally 60-70% is good for me even with ANC toggled off.
I have gone from QC15's to QC35 II's, to now looking for possibly the QC45's. I still have all pairs and they work as well as ever. The QC15's are perfect for children on planes, replace the ear cups and you're golden (same with QC35's as well)!
Great review.. appreciate the mic test. 45 failed in my view. 700 was the winner in my eyes. Wish you had covered two additional items: 1. 700 comes with a charging case. 2. 700 does NOT fold and needs to stay in its usable shape vs the 35 and the 45 that folds like the QC 25.
Have the 35s and use them when working out in the weather as I don't care as much about them, I have a pair 700s and I just love them, the sound is just that much better, love the touch controls.
Im able to work remote for work, so its really great to be able to go to coffee shops and other loud environments to work and still have my zoom calls with the Bose 700 mic filtering out that sound the best and not having to worry about other people talking. I used to not work in coffee shops because I wasn't able to have those zoom meetings other than at my place or quiet environments.
fun fact, i thought the same thing with the 35s, for some reason if you have hair or even the slightest little thing between your ear/head and the earcups you get distortion: in other words you have to have a low to no hair with the 35s, i’ve tested this out for years cause every time i get a haircut the dude of my head is almost bald and i get no distortion, when my hair grows back the distortion come back. i first thought something was wrong i even sent them back to bose but then realized it was because i just simply had hair.
I have the QC 35 II’s and I freaking love them. I tried my friends 700’s and their cool and the sound is great but after wearing them for awhile they felt pretty tight on my head which I didn’t like. I’m also not the biggest fan of the touch movements on the 700s as they confuse me and because I like physical buttons. So I’m def gonna be going with the 45’s at some point as my 35 II’s are still rocking. But yeah I’m def going with the 45’s when it’s time. Maybe at some point I may decide to pick up a pair of 700s.Keep making awesome reviews man!!! Enjoyed this one man.
same with me I ordered the 700 but I didn't feel right with it, it actually hurt me a lot when I put it on, hurt my head and my ears so I immediately returned it and bought the 35 which turned out pretty good. I wanna switch to the 45 but I'm not sure if it's worth the money.
Don't buy qc45. Purchased them 2 months ago and had tried them on in stores. They sound pretty good in the store but when I finally got it and used them. They are pretty trash. Noise cancellation is meh, and what is really shitty about it is that is only has two modes, and the transparency mode is useless for me (I just feel it is less respectful to talk to another person with headphones on). As soon as the environment gets a bit windy, you are dead. So yeah, QC 45 is such a disappointment for me as I really loved my QC35 II so much.
@@minahaaning2611 I have 35ii version and got 45s at Target ..had them simultaneously for 10 days and 35 is absolutely WINNER in any aspect, comfort..sound...noise canceling..top ! Even built quality feel is more professional on 35s. Its like that first ever made Mercedes..that never break down lol . I returned 45s, I just have feeling they watered down 45s to push customers more towards "new" tech 700s. I just dont like sensor swipe on 700s..prefer physical buttons more due to wearing gloves..cold weather...accidental touch or swipe while wearing them on the neck etc. Just make sure u use original 35ii firmware version and dont mess with updating it to newer lol , mostly it messes up the noise canceling that you get used to it. hope it helps.
I'm wearing NC 700 for a while now and there was a couple things which blew my mind right away after switching from my old QC 25 The noise cancellation is outstanding, no more the static noise like 25s had, the "conversation" mode which reverse the wave of noise cancelling in y axis making a great deal when shopping or outside, where you can listen to your music and still hear all calls from the station - great invention. The simultaneous paring of 2 devices is very handy although phone notifications doesn't ring when you are watching TH-cam or listening other stuff on your PC. Probably the system settings though. I'm pretty sure that NC 700 can do something I've always wanted - Shut up the loud kids on the plane - and within 3 days I will find out. Merry Xmas!!!
@@AHMED-nk3kw Well, not as loud as with QC25, but still hearable - some noises are engraved in our lifes I guess 😅 - But being perfectly honest - there was none on board back then; at least I haven't noticed. Basically, you need to listen carefully to make it annoying you.
@@mrmr4622 they added an equalizer for the QC earbuds and the NC700. I am not sure on the sport earbuds. I have the QC earbuds and the NC700. The QC earbuds sound awesome with the bass at 10, the midrange at 6 and the treble at 7. Honestly, they are some of the best sounding earbuds period right now and I have tried a lot.
I am very disappointed by the qc45, the qc35 were way more high quality. It seems like Bose just copies the exact same headphones over and over agin with a little better noise cancelling bit with way cheaper quality. I don’t get it.
I have a small head , thank you for this comparison review I was wondering how the QC45 would be like. I own the 700 and LOVE IT so much during my studious sessions. Keep up the awesome detailed reviews! 👍
@@pauleedeehimself8489 They sure will if they aren't yet. For the headphones, I never go above 65% without getting a nasty discomfort on my "head". It feels like someone hit me with a hammer. 🤣 For the earphones, the range is 25% -45% depending on the environment I am in. When they say "100%", I don't really believe them. It's likely that they're just talking...
had the 35's for a longtime, just bought the 45's , exchanged them for another 45's due to a constant 'hissing' static noise and same thing happened. that's a shame. keep the 35's if you can! same comfortability and playability. but quieter when using it to meditate without music (35's)
I'm glad I didn't upgrade to the 700. touch sensitive controls are NOT upgrades. buttons are GOOD! They are clear indications of whether or not you're pressing it. avoids accidental input.
A great review. A couple of questions. How does the Bose QC 45 work against wind noise and how is the ANC in the train? Also, does the volume have to be at 90-100 % to get a comfortable sound level like on the QC 35 ii.
@@zirak93-2 do you have 700s?Is it normal to have no thumpy bass at all with 700 or my 700s are faulty?? Please answer this(i also own a qc 35 ii and it has that vibrating your head feeling but 700s NONE!)
@@EnglishT90 Sorry, I don't own a pair of NC 700. I would recommend posting your question on Reddit. They give you a fast answer. Doesn't take more than one day. However, yes, I have owned the QC 35 ii for about two months. Never experienced the feeling you describe here.
if you search for volume level 90%-100% of qc35 don't buy 45 as it is like it is limited to 80% of QC35, So when test says clearer yes but it is because it is running on a 80% limited level so seems like system don't let you use it on maximum. Also bass is completely missing compared to 35
tbh im kind of disappointed with the microphones of the qc45. thought it would at least be as good as the microphones in the qc35...microphone is really important to me. I'm considering going for the qc35 ii's or maybe waiting to see if they address the qc45's microphones quality and provide passive noise cancelling (i.e off mode) in an update or qc45 ii release. also gotta mention great review as always!
Great review, so happy bose didn’t discontinue QC series and replace it with 700. Never a fan of 700 looks, will be buying the QC45. Classic bose design 👌
The 700's were uncomfortably tight for me, but I think they might be as good as the QC 35 II's for people with a small head. The QC 45's have slightly better noise cancellation over the QC 35's when used indoors and have USB-C charging. But the lack of noise cancellation levels means you can't use them outdoors where the slightest breeze turns into a tornado for your ears. Overall the QC 35 II is the best combination of capability and comfort for most people, even if you may need to keep a micro-USB charging cable around for it. As of Sept 2023 they are still available on e-bay & Bose is still selling replacement ear pads!
I have no idea if this is mentioned in this review. But a deal breaker is the fact this headphone does NOT have the Bose Connect Music Share (2 pairs of Bose headphones listening to one iPad, for example) feature. Bose are now making worse products than QC35, not better :(!
Great review! Do any of these allow changing the battery? I'm still using QC25 because there the headphones do not go bad once the battery life is bad.
I have all three sets of those headphones. Were you aware, that the QC 45 does not offer Google voice Assistant? I kept trying to activate it like I did on the other two pairs of headphones, and it would not work. Eventually I found a video, where it was specifically mentioned that bose, for some reason took away that feature.
I just had a 1L water bottle explode in my wet bag destroying my old Bose QC35 ii. I’m so glad they upgraded the QC range as I was dreading the 700s and felt rebuying the 35 ii’s was outdated. I’m annoyed that the sound hasn’t been improved but the upgraded Bluetooth and ANC is a good compromise. You can’t beat this range for comfort, they blow away the horrible 700’s and any of the Sony’s (imo) and as a big traveller this is a deal breaker for me. As a drummer, I don’t care too much about the reduced sound quality you get with BOSE, as proper studio headphones serve that purpose in that environment. I’m only really after a knockabout set, good for excessive work calls and the most comfortable for long usage.
Thanks to the Google Pixel pre-order bundle deals, there are plenty brand new in box available from people selling them... Got a sweet deal on a BNIB Bose 700 for 170€...
Thank you for the review. Great comparison. The road noise just told me to keep my qc35. I don't think the qc35 ones have the nfc. Still happy with them. Guess I will not upgrade for a little while longer.
Hey man, great video. First one of yours I’ve seen. I have the QC35s and I wanted to know the differences. You were very thorough. I sent your video to a friend of mine who also has the 35s. I think I’ll buy the 45s and give my wife my 35s. 👍🏻🙏🏻
I would love to see you testing Bang & Olufsen HX! Have you had a chance to use them? I'd like to buy either Bose 700 ANC or HX, do you think that sound quality is better in HX? As far as mic is concerned, I can see that 700 ANC are great for phone calls and can isolate background noises. Do you know if HX are as good? Great job and beautiful quality of your videos, many thanks 😍
I'm 71 and a LONG time Rock music lover. I have the QC35 II and had them since day 1. Changed the pads but other than that, perfect. I see no reason to upgrade. I don't use ANC or take calls. As a rock fan you'll know. Its the music sound that counts.
Both 35 and 45 are nice. Don’t care for the 700’s. Good review, thanks. 👍 p.s. I have the 35’s but based on your review I think if I were buying today it would be the 45’s.
Very well done my friend. Great job. Helped me immensely in making a decision. BTW...this is the first time I have ever seen a TH-cam video without a "dislike" . Congrats!!
Man, great review and comparison, thanks for that. I got a pair of (2019 IIRC) Audio-Technica ATH-SR50BT and have just gotten the Bose QC45 on a Google Pixel 6 promotion. I'm kind of in the fence about whether or not I should sell the Bose pair, or if they'd be a worthy upgrade for my ATH. My main use for them right now is at the office, I find the ANC really helps me stay focused and productive. In your opinion, how do they stack up against each other?
How touch sensitive are the 700s. I wear gloves and not having a physical button I don't want to have to take gloves on and off to change songs while I'm at work
I have owned both the QC35 and Bose 700 and I regret upgrading to the 700. The qc35 are way more comfortable and the stronger clamping on the 700 make them uncomfortable for long term use. Sometimes I would forget I even had the qc35 on my head they were so comfortable. I will definitely be going with the qc45 when they are released.
Well, they are released, go get them!
Also they have no bass at all, and when you walk with them there is a clicking noise, because the edges of the hoop touch the earcups when you move your head (even slightly). They also fall off your head. I bought them, returned them and then bought the QC 35 II.
I tried xm3 / qc 35ii / 700's at a store and the QC 35ii easily won comfort wise
Agreed, I too regretted buying the 700.
agreed
I have several QC35 for +5 years. They have been perfect with zero issue since. I don't know how much reduction in battery life since new and I usually charge them a few times a week. I love how Bose bluetooth sync up to almost anything instantly compared to other bluetooth headphones/speakers I've had. Unless my QC35 dies, it would be hard for me to upgrade to the QC45.
Still using my Bose QC35ii after 5 years and they work perfectly with no issues. Super glad I purchased them the comfort is unrivaled
I bought the QC45's right after Christmas, just returned them for 700's. The 45's were great, except had major sound leakage. People around me were both distracted and somewhat annoyed. The 700's seem to be much better. This is an aspect that no one seems to mention in reviews.
Is it really that bad? Because I don’t like to bother people with my music like on a train
@@AoT540 Yes QC45s were that bad. 700s are much better with respect to leakage.
@@mvarner46540 Okay thank you! Do you know if it’s good/bad for the sony xm4? Can’t decide which headphone
@@mosa8311 Sony xm4 the best
@@mosa8311 thats just how it is homie. You want the best quality? You gotta spend the big bucks. But if you dont have the money, maybe the Sony xm3. Plus the xm4 is actually cheaper than the Bose 700 so theres that
I have all three and I have to say after wearing them ( 35's for years ) and (700's 1 year ) and recently the 45s, I've got to say the 45s are perfect. The 700 fall off my head to often and I do feel the pressure over an hour of wearing them. The 700s Just fruaste me when working on a project while. the 35s are comfortable and i can wear all day long thought they are horrible when it comes to the mics, I literally replaced those 35s 3 times due to the mic. Now recently the 45s are just Perfect for me. They don't fall off and the mics are so much better. Ohh if you have an Android phone, even the top of the line phoone like an S22 ultra( the new note) the 700 still screech when connecting. Annoying as hell. IPhone might not have that issue
I find the same with the 700s with winter here now a hat is a necessity, I find they slip off or don't sit straight on my head.
The inability to turn off noice cancellation and ambient mode is a deal breaker for me
I've never used the 35s with volume set to the max level. In fact, 60-70% was always enough to me.
Thats why i bought noise cancelling headphones in the first place. Your hearing has to be so fucked if your listening at 100% with noise canceling on
Me too. I have a QC35 mk i and I never, in all those years listen on it with more than 70% volume.
yes but I just received my 45 and i have the 35 also and based on my test i can say 45 like it is limited on 80% of qc35 so it as clearer on 100% yes as it is far not as loud as the 35. But my much bigger problem is the bass. compared to 35 it is like a mouse roar. 45 is big disappointment sending back
@@zoltanpetofi2146 thx for info. Much appreciated.
i keep my volume at 35-60%... no idea how someone needs it maxxed out
I have been in debate for the QC45 and the Bose 700 for a while now. It is my first pair of noise cancelling headphones and I have been trying to find as much information as possible. Thank you so much for explaining each well, and making my decision that much easier. I will definitely be getting the 700.
También quiero mis primeros auriculares con ANC y aún no decido si el Qc45, el 700. Cuál elejiste? Cómo te fue con el audio y la cancelación de sonido y batería. Sería genial leer tus comentarios de uso del auricular. Saludos.
I have both the 45 & 700
@@ciaracandelaria8627 so how is it now?
I returned the QC45 because the sound was accompanied by considerable background noise. I stay with QC35II
Good video. I also bought both the 700s and Q35 and feels like the 35s are better in every single way except microphone quality. If they took the microphone from 700s and shoved it into a new q35 series 3 or whatever, it would be perfect
Your comment sums it up pretty much perfectly.
Would you then recommend the 35 more than the 45
Please
Am not English man
Which one is better
Bose qc35 or Bose qc45 or Sony or what?
And what is your opinion about soundcore life Q35
Which one is the best highquality of music details ..
Help me
agreed.
many TH-cam test the sound quality of these but no one tested the mic and call quality. Well done!
✌🏽
I only use BOSE.
I just needed a repair on my 35's, they just replaced them with the 45's and they should arrive tomorrow. I CAN'T WAIT!
Good review. My son has (my gift for graduation from middle school) the QC 35 that I bought from Bose as a refurbished product. He is extremely happy with them, with no issues so far, and he keep saying they are very comfortable to use for a long period of time.
I got my Bose 700s as part of the pre-order deal for the Pixel 6 phone UK. Bit of a no brainer was that - a great pair of headphones and a great phone for £600 ($790). Once I worked out that you HAVE to use the app for setting them up otherwise all sorts of weird things happen I love them. The only real problem I have is that two times out of three they're crap at making phone calls and the person on the other end tells me they can't hear me or I sound really quiet.
I just wish I had your young ears but that's not the fault of the headphones. My ear hardware needs an upgrade :-(
The bose 700 are £170 on Amazon rn
@@wealthykind8322 They were around £250 a year ago.
@@PeterGaunt i swear they were like £300 last year. There is an offer going right now. Do you think they are worth it? Or should i just get the airpods pros 2 for £100 more?
@@wealthykind8322 I'm very happy with mine (other than the microphone) but I didn't know I could use them for phone calls anyway. They have excellent sound quality. I don't know anything at all about airpods.
wow that was a GREAT deal!
I have the QC35, and the sound is beginning to break up a bit and go in and out while listening to either movies or music. Idk what happened to them, but I believe it might be because a wire is loose inside the top part of the headphones because sometimes when I slap it, it works normally again, but not for long. It’s very annoying, but I’ve adored those headphones for years. I’m afraid I’ll have to get another pair, as they’re so expensive these days still….. :(
Wny didn't you test the mic in the same place for all the headphones?
QC 35's on sale on Amazon and Best Buy right now for $179. Thanks again for the review.
I just received my qc45 and they are REALLY CONFORMABLE! Sound is amazing, not the best bass but does it's job, long story short, the word CONFORMABLE in its name its true! ANC works well no complains 😉
Did you try and eq it with the Bose music app?
@@slinkybandinky2775 the bose app doesn't have a eq for the cq-45 headphones, but you can use a third-party app and ill work.
I wanna buy qc35ii cause Sony equivalent is more expensive and I don't like touch instead of buttons, but everyone saying that bass is not that good has me worried...
The nice update that almost goes unnoticed is that the cups are one piece now. It's like a great refinement. Also your mic test was hard to judge since you changed locations.
My qc35 works perfectly. Amazing battery life and good ANC. I don’t need to use the mic a lot so I am pretty happy with it.
I have been rocking first gen qc35 since release, I use them heavily went through 3rd ear cushions, now I can relax and know what to buy if they break down
out of interest, how has the battery held up since you've had the qc35s?
@@MichaelEntwistle I have been mostly charging mine at 80%, so can't judge did couple long flights battery held wonderfully
I’m currently using the 700’s and I absolutely love them
Thanks a lot, I decided to return my QC45 and get the 700. Great comparison!
bad choice...
@@romain5706 I would advise 35 as i have both and 45 is disappointment compared to 35
Same here. I work with Bose and QC45 is a great disappointment
I’ve had both the QC35 and NC700 and loved them both, they’re really comfy and have great quality
Got my wife the 700 because of that two tone white and rose gold color scheme.
Very clear and well organized review - thanks! Just ordered QC45 now that I am getting back to regular air travel for work...
As the mic test went, the 45 sounded absolutely awful. The 35 was the best for the voice, but the 700 managed a better noise cancellation.
Just for a few hours more battery life, I will not go with the 45.
Thanks for the great review.
i feel like it was an unfair test cus he did the 45s on a highway but the other two near a basic road
I wore my QC 35s for 6+ years and I finally wore them out. I bought the 700s in dec 2019. I’m about to buy the 45s for only one reason…COMFORT especially on long plane rides.
THE BEST...side by side comparison of the Bose Headphones. Thank you for the the motivation to do it right
I’m not sure how you tested the microphone but I’m constantly using headphones while talking to people on the phone with these headphones on. And let me tell you this, if you’re looking for the best phone conversation piece go with 35! I’ve tried all 3 headphones and I’m so disappointed in the new 45. The microphones are just horrible. My friends always complain that my microphone on my headphones suck
Got the 700s, QC35 ii and Sony wxm3. All have their merits. 35s are the most comfortable and light. Sony's have a lovely sound but crap call quality. 700s are the least comfortable but best sound quality and noise cancelling IMO.
I do think the wxm4s would be the best since they've apparently fixed the issues with the wxm3s and added additional mics.
Sony disappointed me with sound quality. Without added equalizer settings they sound muddy and bassy. I sent them back and kept my Bose. But the new xm5 are great - they sound more open and natural - especially in the mids. Their sound signature is comparable with the Air Pods Max.
why did you compare qc 45 noice comparisons in a different place ?
Thank you for the video! QC 35 II wires got loose over time. Then Bose offered me 20$ for them, so I had to decline their generous offer lol. Bought 700s from a private party brand new. Happy with it. Not really after the latest thing as they seem to lose value pretty quickly, so staying one step behind is not such a bad idea to get a noticeable discount. Got 700's new for 250$
The QC45s are nice but i agree not worth the upgrade if you already own the QC35s, also i have never turn the volume up to 100% on my QC35s normally 60-70% is good for me even with ANC toggled off.
Top notch review! Thank you. Will hang on to my 35 a bit longer, as they are still performing great.
I have gone from QC15's to QC35 II's, to now looking for possibly the QC45's. I still have all pairs and they work as well as ever. The QC15's are perfect for children on planes, replace the ear cups and you're golden (same with QC35's as well)!
Excellent review, thanks for a uncomplicated analysis of the group
Glad it was helpful!
My 35s stopped working, I called Bose and they said for 150$ I can get a new 45 . I think that a really good option for there costumers.
Lucky
Hi, In your opinion, which headphones have stronger and cleaner bass?
are they Bose QC35 II or Bose QC45?
Thanks so much. Was getting more and more confused and indecisive with other 10 videos I’ve watched on these and yours was the best. ❤
Great review.. appreciate the mic test. 45 failed in my view. 700 was the winner in my eyes.
Wish you had covered two additional items:
1. 700 comes with a charging case.
2. 700 does NOT fold and needs to stay in its usable shape vs the 35 and the 45 that folds like the QC 25.
In your eyes? You're wearing them wrong 😂
45 keep it safe and stick with what people loved for years
@@Yorkie321 more like you cannot afford it poor guy
QC45 seems to cheap out on some details and materials compared to the QC35.
Have the 35s and use them when working out in the weather as I don't care as much about them, I have a pair 700s and I just love them, the sound is just that much better, love the touch controls.
Im able to work remote for work, so its really great to be able to go to coffee shops and other loud environments to work and still have my zoom calls with the Bose 700 mic filtering out that sound the best and not having to worry about other people talking. I used to not work in coffee shops because I wasn't able to have those zoom meetings other than at my place or quiet environments.
Thanks for the comparison review, CEO! I’ll be sticking with my QC 35s.
I have the qc 35 and can t complain about it, I bought them for 180€ and was the best investment
fun fact, i thought the same thing with the 35s, for some reason if you have hair or even the slightest little thing between your ear/head and the earcups you get distortion: in other words you have to have a low to no hair with the 35s, i’ve tested this out for years cause every time i get a haircut the dude of my head is almost bald and i get no distortion, when my hair grows back the distortion come back. i first thought something was wrong i even sent them back to bose but then realized it was because i just simply had hair.
*side
I have the QC 35 II’s and I freaking love them. I tried my friends 700’s and their cool and the sound is great but after wearing them for awhile they felt pretty tight on my head which I didn’t like. I’m also not the biggest fan of the touch movements on the 700s as they confuse me and because I like physical buttons. So I’m def gonna be going with the 45’s at some point as my 35 II’s are still rocking. But yeah I’m def going with the 45’s when it’s time. Maybe at some point I may decide to pick up a pair of 700s.Keep making awesome reviews man!!! Enjoyed this one man.
same with me I ordered the 700 but I didn't feel right with it, it actually hurt me a lot when I put it on, hurt my head and my ears so I immediately returned it and bought the 35 which turned out pretty good. I wanna switch to the 45 but I'm not sure if it's worth the money.
Don't buy qc45. Purchased them 2 months ago and had tried them on in stores. They sound pretty good in the store but when I finally got it and used them. They are pretty trash. Noise cancellation is meh, and what is really shitty about it is that is only has two modes, and the transparency mode is useless for me (I just feel it is less respectful to talk to another person with headphones on). As soon as the environment gets a bit windy, you are dead. So yeah, QC 45 is such a disappointment for me as I really loved my QC35 II so much.
@@kafoona I'm deciding between the 45 and the 700, but I haven't tried the 35. Would you then recommend the 35 more than the 45??
@@minahaaning2611 I have 35ii version and got 45s at Target ..had them simultaneously for 10 days and 35 is absolutely WINNER in any aspect, comfort..sound...noise canceling..top ! Even built quality feel is more professional on 35s. Its like that first ever made Mercedes..that never break down lol . I returned 45s, I just have feeling they watered down 45s to push customers more towards "new" tech 700s. I just dont like sensor swipe on 700s..prefer physical buttons more due to wearing gloves..cold weather...accidental touch or swipe while wearing them on the neck etc. Just make sure u use original 35ii firmware version and dont mess with updating it to newer lol , mostly it messes up the noise canceling that you get used to it. hope it helps.
I'm wearing NC 700 for a while now and there was a couple things which blew my mind right away after switching from my old QC 25
The noise cancellation is outstanding, no more the static noise like 25s had, the "conversation" mode which reverse the wave of noise cancelling in y axis making a great deal when shopping or outside, where you can listen to your music and still hear all calls from the station - great invention. The simultaneous paring of 2 devices is very handy although phone notifications doesn't ring when you are watching TH-cam or listening other stuff on your PC. Probably the system settings though. I'm pretty sure that NC 700 can do something I've always wanted - Shut up the loud kids on the plane - and within 3 days I will find out. Merry Xmas!!!
So, what about those loud kids? 😄
@@AHMED-nk3kw Well, not as loud as with QC25, but still hearable - some noises are engraved in our lifes I guess 😅 - But being perfectly honest - there was none on board back then; at least I haven't noticed. Basically, you need to listen carefully to make it annoying you.
@@Kombivar i’ll be buying the 700s then! Thanks for answering back
I get zero static on my QC25s.
i LOVE my bose 700, no real complains
:D
Glad to see i made the best choise
Great video! FYI! The BOSE QC earbuds have added an equalizer and they sound awesome!!
I hope the same happens with the QC 45 since I will buy them. :D
They added equaliser for every model?
@@mrmr4622 Only QC earbuds and NC700 as far as I know.
@@mrmr4622 they added an equalizer for the QC earbuds and the NC700. I am not sure on the sport earbuds. I have the QC earbuds and the NC700. The QC earbuds sound awesome with the bass at 10, the midrange at 6 and the treble at 7. Honestly, they are some of the best sounding earbuds period right now and I have tried a lot.
Thanks for this detailed review, I picked up the QC45, it will be my first set of NC headphones. Hoping to put them through at least 3 years of use.
How can you compare the 45 anc if you change the location?! ☹️
I know right...My guess is he didn't have the 45s at the time
Right now QC45 and NC700 are around the same price. I am a big head grad student, what should I prefer?
I am very disappointed by the qc45, the qc35 were way more high quality. It seems like Bose just copies the exact same headphones over and over agin with a little better noise cancelling bit with way cheaper quality. I don’t get it.
I have a small head , thank you for this comparison review I was wondering how the QC45 would be like. I own the 700 and LOVE IT so much during my studious sessions. Keep up the awesome detailed reviews! 👍
Thank you!
I have a small head as well. Do you feel the 700 stays put but still comfortable? The 45’s just flip around on my head.
100% on headphones is alwas a bad idea... When played on low volume, that's where speakers and headphones show their true colors...
Exactly. 100% for headphones, are they deaf?
Yes you can do that with the speakers, but headphones? Come on 🤣🤣
@@jesusk1358 they will be☺
@@pauleedeehimself8489 They sure will if they aren't yet.
For the headphones, I never go above 65% without getting a nasty discomfort on my "head". It feels like someone hit me with a hammer. 🤣
For the earphones, the range is 25% -45% depending on the environment I am in.
When they say "100%", I don't really believe them. It's likely that they're just talking...
had the 35's for a longtime, just bought the 45's , exchanged them for another 45's due to a constant 'hissing' static noise and same thing happened. that's a shame. keep the 35's if you can! same comfortability and playability. but quieter when using it to meditate without music (35's)
I'm glad I didn't upgrade to the 700. touch sensitive controls are NOT upgrades. buttons are GOOD! They are clear indications of whether or not you're pressing it. avoids accidental input.
Thanks for the Bose reviews, I'm always sold on watching your channel
I had the qc45 and the qc35, i gotta say the qc35s is so much better in everything ngl.
As an owner of QC35 happy and pleased with all the information… thanks dude!
✌🏽
Awesome review! Will be going with the QC 45!
A great review. A couple of questions. How does the Bose QC 45 work against wind noise and how is the ANC in the train? Also, does the volume have to be at 90-100 % to get a comfortable sound level like on the QC 35 ii.
Reviewer on TH-cam said the mics on 45 picks up more wind than the 35 ones
@@jesusk1358 Yeah, I know. But I want a demonstration to see how bad its.
@@zirak93-2 do you have 700s?Is it normal to have no thumpy bass at all with 700 or my 700s are faulty?? Please answer this(i also own a qc 35 ii and it has that vibrating your head feeling but 700s NONE!)
@@EnglishT90 Sorry, I don't own a pair of NC 700. I would recommend posting your question on Reddit. They give you a fast answer. Doesn't take more than one day.
However, yes, I have owned the QC 35 ii for about two months. Never experienced the feeling you describe here.
if you search for volume level 90%-100% of qc35 don't buy 45 as it is like it is limited to 80% of QC35, So when test says clearer yes but it is because it is running on a 80% limited level so seems like system don't let you use it on maximum. Also bass is completely missing compared to 35
Thanks man !
Quick question, I had trouble connecting on PC with the QC35 is it better with one of the other two ?
tbh im kind of disappointed with the microphones of the qc45. thought it would at least be as good as the microphones in the qc35...microphone is really important to me. I'm considering going for the qc35 ii's or maybe waiting to see if they address the qc45's microphones quality and provide passive noise cancelling (i.e off mode) in an update or qc45 ii release. also gotta mention great review as always!
Wow multiple pair dude that's crazy man very useful video man
Great review, so happy bose didn’t discontinue QC series and replace it with 700. Never a fan of 700 looks, will be buying the QC45. Classic bose design 👌
Hi, great review! I have an extremely large head and ears, just wondering which model has the biggest ear coverage?
The 700's were uncomfortably tight for me, but I think they might be as good as the QC 35 II's for people with a small head. The QC 45's have slightly better noise cancellation over the QC 35's when used indoors and have USB-C charging. But the lack of noise cancellation levels means you can't use them outdoors where the slightest breeze turns into a tornado for your ears. Overall the QC 35 II is the best combination of capability and comfort for most people, even if you may need to keep a micro-USB charging cable around for it. As of Sept 2023 they are still available on e-bay & Bose is still selling replacement ear pads!
I have no idea if this is mentioned in this review. But a deal breaker is the fact this headphone does NOT have the Bose Connect Music Share (2 pairs of Bose headphones listening to one iPad, for example) feature. Bose are now making worse products than QC35, not better :(!
What a well put together video! I thoroughly enjoyed it! Thank you..
Great review! Do any of these allow changing the battery? I'm still using QC25 because there the headphones do not go bad once the battery life is bad.
I have all three sets of those headphones. Were you aware, that the QC 45 does not offer Google voice Assistant? I kept trying to activate it like I did on the other two pairs of headphones, and it would not work. Eventually I found a video, where it was specifically mentioned that bose, for some reason took away that feature.
I am getting Bose qc 35 in 175 usd and qc45 in 250 usd , which one should I get ?
Lovely coverage. Been waiting for this!
Anyone know of a cable for the QC35/ 25's that had a USB c to 2.5 jack? Any info appreciated. Great video, the 35's mic was best imo.
5:57 who turns their volume up to 100%??????
Obviously not everyone. But I don't think it's farfetched to say some do.
just ordered the QC35's for 269.00 Canadian...can't wait to get them...cheers from Canada
Thank you for such a detailed review!
NC 700 is the clear winner in terms of call quality and noice cancellation
I’m waiting for Bose NC 800 xD
I just had a 1L water bottle explode in my wet bag destroying my old Bose QC35 ii. I’m so glad they upgraded the QC range as I was dreading the 700s and felt rebuying the 35 ii’s was outdated. I’m annoyed that the sound hasn’t been improved but the upgraded Bluetooth and ANC is a good compromise. You can’t beat this range for comfort, they blow away the horrible 700’s and any of the Sony’s (imo) and as a big traveller this is a deal breaker for me. As a drummer, I don’t care too much about the reduced sound quality you get with BOSE, as proper studio headphones serve that purpose in that environment. I’m only really after a knockabout set, good for excessive work calls and the most comfortable for long usage.
Is there an option to turn off Bluetooth and have the ANC on so if I wear them all day all year I don't get radiated?
only on the 700
What do you mean by radiated?
@@tiklemeangi Bluetooth radiation
Any suggestions on which model is best for students? I’m looking at the QC45 and the NC700 currently. Thanks!
QC45 are going to be more comfortable. The 700 are going to block a little more noise, which may be helpful for studying etc.
Great breakdown comparison thank you.
December 2022 - still worth it going for the QC35 ii?
Thanks to the Google Pixel pre-order bundle deals, there are plenty brand new in box available from people selling them... Got a sweet deal on a BNIB Bose 700 for 170€...
Thank you for the review. Great comparison. The road noise just told me to keep my qc35. I don't think the qc35 ones have the nfc. Still happy with them. Guess I will not upgrade for a little while longer.
Hey man, great video. First one of yours I’ve seen. I have the QC35s and I wanted to know the differences. You were very thorough. I sent your video to a friend of mine who also has the 35s. I think I’ll buy the 45s and give my wife my 35s. 👍🏻🙏🏻
Appreciate you checking out the channel! ✌🏽
If you wear these in the wind, the low setting on the 35s is the only setting that stops it. Sony's top of the line and the Bose 700 and 45s all fail.
@@mattjayes7710 do you know any that are good in the wind?
I would love to see you testing Bang & Olufsen HX! Have you had a chance to use them? I'd like to buy either Bose 700 ANC or HX, do you think that sound quality is better in HX?
As far as mic is concerned, I can see that 700 ANC are great for phone calls and can isolate background noises. Do you know if HX are as good? Great job and beautiful quality of your videos, many thanks 😍
Hello I have not had a chance to test B&O HX
I listen to Iron Maiden and other heavy metal bands at full blast on my QC35’s and I have no distortion. I love them! 👍
I'm 71 and a LONG time Rock music lover. I have the QC35 II and had them since day 1. Changed the pads but other than that, perfect. I see no reason to upgrade. I don't use ANC or take calls. As a rock fan you'll know. Its the music sound that counts.
I have qc35 v1 and after watching your video Ill just change pads for new one and stick to my headphones
Both 35 and 45 are nice. Don’t care for the 700’s. Good review, thanks. 👍 p.s. I have the 35’s but based on your review I think if I were buying today it would be the 45’s.
Very well done my friend. Great job. Helped me immensely in making a decision. BTW...this is the first time I have ever seen a TH-cam video without a "dislike" . Congrats!!
A few months ago the QC SE released which is a QC 45 but with a soft case and much cheaper. Highly recommend that headphone
Voice sounded a bit distorted with QC45, but I thought it sounded just fine with Bose 700.
Man, great review and comparison, thanks for that. I got a pair of (2019 IIRC) Audio-Technica ATH-SR50BT and have just gotten the Bose QC45 on a Google Pixel 6 promotion. I'm kind of in the fence about whether or not I should sell the Bose pair, or if they'd be a worthy upgrade for my ATH. My main use for them right now is at the office, I find the ANC really helps me stay focused and productive. In your opinion, how do they stack up against each other?
Thanks for watching! I actually haven't tested the Audio Technicas that you mentioned, so it's hard for me to say.
Very helpful and comprehensive review. Many thanks.
Is the volume max is high enough with the QC45 ?
How touch sensitive are the 700s. I wear gloves and not having a physical button I don't want to have to take gloves on and off to change songs while I'm at work