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Brand | Bose |
Model Name | QuietComfort 45-Headphones |
Color | Black |
Form Factor | Over Ear |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless, Bluetooth |
About this item
- NOISE CANCELLING WIRELESS HEADPHONES: The perfect balance of quiet, comfort, and sound. Bose uses tiny mics to measure, compare, and react to outside noise, cancelling it with opposite signals. Bluetooth range-up to 9 m (30 feet).
- HIGH-FIDELITY AUDIO: The TriPort acoustic architecture offers depth and fullness. Volume-optimized Active EQ maintains balanced performance at any volume, so bass stays consistent when turned down and the music remains clear when turned up.
- QUIET AND AWARE MODES: Choose Quiet Mode for full noise cancelling, or Aware Mode to bring the outside into the around ear headphones and hear your environment and your music at the same time.
- UP TO 22 HOURS BATTERY LIFE: Enjoy 22 hours of battery life from a single charge. A quick 15-minute charge offers 3 hours when you’re on the go, or plug in the included audio cable to listen for even longer in wired mode.
- PERSONALIZE YOUR AUDIO: Adjustable EQ allows you to set the bass, mid-range, and treble levels to your personal preferences or select one of several preset options.
- BOSE SIMPLESYNC TECHNOLOGY: SimpleSync pairs your Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones with select Bose smart soundbars for a personal TV listening experience. Independent volume controls allow you to lower or mute your soundbar while keeping your headphones as loud as you like.Away from your phone. Press and hold the Bluetooth button on each device to sync their sound. Already got a group going. Link by pressing the Action button to connect at a moment’s notice. Includes 3.5 mm to 2.5 mm audio cable
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Battery life | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.6 |
Noise cancellation | 4.4 | 4.6 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.2 |
Sound quality | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.4 |
Volume control | 4.6 | — | 4.2 | 4.3 | 5.0 | 4.4 |
Bass quality | 4.2 | 4.5 | — | 4.4 | 4.9 | 4.3 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | DealGenius4you | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Sole Providers | AnkerDirect |
connectivity tech | Wireless, Bluetooth | Wireless | Wired | Bluetooth 5.0, Bluetooth | Wireless | Wireless |
headphones form factor | Over Ear | Over Ear | In Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear |
connector type | plug,wireless | wireless | — | USB Type C | Stereo Mini Jack | 3.5mm Jack |
noise control | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | — | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation |
headphones jack | 2.5 mm Jack | — | — | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
cable feature | Without Cable | Without Cable | Retractable | Detachable, Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable |
From the manufacturer
QuietComfort 45 wireless headphones
Iconic quiet. Comfort. And sound.
Built with lightweight materials for premium comfort and proprietary acoustic technology for deep, clear audio.
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Noise Cancelling
The pair that started it all.
Acoustic Noise Cancelling began with the original QuietComfort headphones from Bose. Tiny mics hidden in the earcups measure, compare, and react to outside noise, then cancel it with the opposite signal. Choose from Quiet Mode for full noise cancelling, or Aware Mode to let your environment in.
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Aware Mode
More music. And awareness.
Aware Mode brings the outside in. Microphones pick up the sounds around you and play them naturally through the headphones for increased awareness of your surroundings. It’s your music (or messages, or podcasts) and your environment at the same time.
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Battery life
Longer listening.
QC45 headphones give you up to 22 hours listening time from a single charge. They charge via USB-C in up to 3 hours. In a hurry? Just a 15-minute charge offers up to 2.5 hours of play time. Or plug in the included audio cable and listen for longer in wired mode.
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High-fidelity audio
Acoustic architecture adds depth and fullness. Volume-optimized Active EQ keeps it all balanced.
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Really clear calls
The hidden mic system focuses on your voice while filtering out environmental sounds.
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Powerful battery life
Up to 22 hours from one charge. A quick 15-minute charge offers 3 hours when you’re on the go
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Truly wireless
Bluetooth 5.1 provides a strong, reliable connection to your device within 30 feet.
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Simple setup
Find guided setup, get tips, and personalize your settings in the app.
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 3 x 7.24 x 6 inches |
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Item Weight | 15.5 ounces |
ASIN | B098FKXT8L |
Item model number | 866724-0100 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,658 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #85 in Over-Ear Headphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 31, 2021 |
Department | Unisex-Adult |
Manufacturer | Bose |
Language | English |
Country of Origin | Thailand |
Charging Time | 2.5 Hours |
Item Weight | 0.44 Kilograms |
Units | 1.0 Count |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Product Description
The first noise cancelling headphones are back, with quiet, lightweight materials, and proprietary technology for deep, clear sound and adjustable EQ so you can tune your music to your liking. Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones aren’t just an icon reborn – they’re the perfect balance of quiet, comfort, and sound. Plus, everything that made the first around ear headphones an icon is still here. Just refined. Like an updated design with smooth cushions and a clean look. Plush synthetic leather, impact-resistant glass-filled nylon, and cast-metal hinges were all selected for their comfort as well as their durability. Add in minimal clamping force, and you’ll almost forget you’re wearing Bluetooth wireless noise cancelling headphones. Enhanced Acoustic Noise Cancelling™ technology produces the true quiet needed to hear every detail of your music in high fidelity. Or, choose the new Aware Mode to hear your music and your environment together. TriPort acoustic architecture and Bose's innovative Volume-optimized Active EQ add depth and clarity while maintaining balance at any volume. And lightweight materials such as synthetic leather and glass-filled nylon were meticulously selected for comfort and durability. The headphones offer 24 hours of play time*, charge via USB-C®, and feature six microphones for clearer calls. Bluetooth® 5.1 maintains a strong connection, and the Bose Music app guides you through setup, lets you personalize settings, and keeps your headphones’ software up to date.
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Customers are happy with the comfort of the headphones. They say that they don't dig into their ears, and they fit nicely on their head. Customers are also happy with quality, and ease of use. However, some customers have different opinions on sound quality, value, performance, battery life, and connectivity.
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Customers like the quality of the headphones. They say it's super quality phones with perfect sound and nice bass. Some say that the sound is not only comparable to other wireless headphones, but it' s phenomenal for regular usage. They also mention that the headphones are holding up great and are solid. Overall, most are happy with the quality and performance of the product.
"...now, and I use them just about every day, and they are showing ZERO signs of wear or tear. I would HIGHLY recommend these." Read more
"...Fortunately, that wasn't the case with Quiet Comfort; it's strong, but it doesn't overpower...." Read more
"...Noise Cancelling - I give the noise cancelling 5 out of 5, absolutely amazing and no hissing or cabin pressure...." Read more
"...they could hear me fine, and the volume was great, but the quality just seemed "off"..." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the headphones. They say that the fit is pretty comfortable, and the headphones don't ache their ears after wearing them all day. They also say that they fit perfectly and are not too tight and don' t hurt their head. They are also not that heavy and don 't give them awful headaches like a lot of headphones do, and are user friendly and easily adjusted.
"...They are also not that heavy, and don't give me awful headaches like a lot of headphones do.The sound quality is also GREAT...." Read more
"...The fit on this set is also solid; I have noticed in warmer weather that my ears get sweaty, but that's to be expected with any headset that's over-..." Read more
"...3. Comfort, all the reviews said the weight, clamping force, cabin pressure, cavity size and breathability were the best of any of the N/C top picks...." Read more
"...The fit is pretty comfortable. I could run with these, but I can't do any exercises where my head is not upright, like bench press or planks...." Read more
Customers find the headphones easy to use. They say they are easy to connect to their phone, computer, or whatever device they're using. The controls are simple, and the app is remarkably easy to set up. Customers also say that the Sony are seamless and the Boise are not.
"...The controls are simple, a switch on button and three buttons to turn up, down, pause, and skip music..." Read more
"...Every review gave these at least a 9 rating. Very easy to setup. Just download app and follow easy prompts...." Read more
"...Battery life is 20+ hours. Controls are simple and easy to use...." Read more
"Love these headphones. Easy to set up and noise cancellation is fantastic. Bose quality is the best. Nice case to hold headphones in...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the headphones. Some mention that the sound and noise cancelling are first rate, while others say that it sounds jumbled and the mute feature simply will not work.
"...The noise cancelling is pretty good, and you can't really hear much at all if you have music on, but you can still hear everything (just muffled)..." Read more
"...The mids and treble sound great too, and I can't say I've had any issues with listening to music, calls with friends, etc, other than those friends..." Read more
"...perspective is they are comparable to the Bose in many ways, comfort, sound, noise cancelling, case size and better in some aspects like the app and..." Read more
"...Really good ANC. The sound quality is not as good as the high-end Sony ones (like XM4 and XM5), but still pretty good...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the headphones. Some mention that it works very well for flights, for noise canceling, sound, functionality, case, etc., while others say that they can't get the app to work, the cancelling button doesn't work well, and the app is terrible. Overall, the opinions are mixed, and it's important to read the reviews carefully before making a purchase.
"...these headphones for the noise canceling system but it is not as good as I expected, so they changed them to the recent version" Read more
"...in many ways, comfort, sound, noise cancelling, case size and better in some aspects like the app and the ability to turn NC off...." Read more
"...finicky - if you double-click too slowly... or too quickly... it doesn't work...." Read more
"...note that I’ve rated these headphones at 5-Stars for their excellent performance!..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the headphones. Some say that they are worth the price, while others say that the headphones are cheap and fall apart after a few months. Some customers also say that Bose is using a cheap audio driver in what is supposed to be a premium product. Overall, the opinions are mixed, and it's difficult to make a clear decision about the quality of the product.
"...Some things I LOVE about these and honestly make it worth the price IMO:1...." Read more
"...especially when watching youtube or playing games to the point they are unusable...." Read more
"Great for the price, comfortable, great battery life. No complaints" Read more
"...I am waiting on a sale though as they are pricey but so worth every penny!" Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the connectivity of the headphones. Some mention that the Bluetooth range is awesome, it connects up to two devices, and is easy to sync. Others say that it's hard to connect to a different device if several devices are nearby, and the app refuses to connect most of the time. Some customers also mention that they have trouble connecting Bluetooth to Amazon Alexa and that the connection quality is poor.
"...only worry onward is the deterioration, if there is any, and possible connection issues. Haven't had those yet, and hopefully I won't in a year." Read more
"...They also connect to your devices pretty quickly, especially if you use the same device over and over...." Read more
"...Update one day later. Had trouble connecting bluetooth to Amazon Alexa. Going to do more research. Seems like I should be able to do this." Read more
"...Also, there was something wrong with the Bluetooth. The sound was lacking and hollow like you were listening in a barrel...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the headphones. Some mention that it has a long battery life, while others say that it stopped keeping a charge. They also say that the headphones provide a verbal update on remaining power level when you turn them on. However, some customers also say the headphones just died and didn't charge.
"...The battery lasts ages (although it does take a little while to charge), and they're super comfortable...." Read more
"...The other annoying things for me are the inability to quickly check the battery life and the music pause when you remove the headphones...." Read more
"...I'm also actually pretty impressed by the battery on these. They last me all day and night, and I plug them in when I sleep...." Read more
"...comfortable, great sound quality, great noise cancellation and great battery life...." Read more
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The noise cancelling is pretty good, and you can't really hear much at all if you have music on, but you can still hear everything (just muffled) with no sound playing. Which is ideal for me, and something I really like about this product.
They are also not that heavy, and don't give me awful headaches like a lot of headphones do.
The sound quality is also GREAT.
The only downsides are that the mic is a little quiet, and you won't be able to be heard over the phone on a windy day. And they aren't super tight on my head, so they do fall off easy if you're doing even light jogging.
They also connect to your devices pretty quickly, especially if you use the same device over and over. The only problem is when someone decides to borrow them, and then it has to test that connection first the next time you pick them up. Even WORSE if they're in the room because they will constantly connect to that device haha.
That being said, I use these at my desk, and to walk to class all the time. The battery lasts ages (although it does take a little while to charge), and they're super comfortable. The case also keeps them nicely packed, and they are much sturdier than they look. I usually just put them around my neck to leave the house, and honestly I have had no problems with that in terms of wear.
I've had them for a little over a year now, and I use them just about every day, and they are showing ZERO signs of wear or tear. I would HIGHLY recommend these.
The sound is absolutely immersive; my worries about these headphones was that the bass was going to be too heavy, as SONY bluetooth headphones and other sets in this price range are usually very bass heavy. Fortunately, that wasn't the case with Quiet Comfort; it's strong, but it doesn't overpower. The mids and treble sound great too, and I can't say I've had any issues with listening to music, calls with friends, etc, other than those friends having shoddy microphones (No problem though).
The fit on this set is also solid; I have noticed in warmer weather that my ears get sweaty, but that's to be expected with any headset that's over-ear. My only note is that I noticed the inside of the headphones have molded to my ear. When I first got them, the meshy material with the L and R was flat, but now it's slightly caved in. I'm not sure if it's impacted anything, because I haven't heard a difference in sound, and they don't feel different. I will keep an eye on it for when I update this review.
The controls are simple, a switch on button and three buttons to turn up, down, pause, and skip music (and if on mobile, to use your voice assistant) on the right cuff. On the left, the only button is the noise cancelling (two settings; aware and noise-cancel). I enjoy that this headset has two ports, one for charging, and another to plug them into the device to use instead of bluetooth. However, I will note to anyone that uses these headphones plugged in; when the set is in wired mode, it disables bluetooth, and when still on it sounds incredibly quiet. And, when turned off and plugged in, the EQ and Stereo Sound disable, so using the headphones without them being on is really rough. These doesn't steer me away from using them though, as I mainly use them on and via bluetooth. I mean, to be honest, who uses bluetooth headphones with a wire anyway unless they're dead?
I'm also actually pretty impressed by the battery on these. They last me all day and night, and I plug them in when I sleep. They charge really fast, and I've only had two occasions of low battery, mainly due to me forgetting to charge em.
Overall, my only worry onward is the deterioration, if there is any, and possible connection issues. Haven't had those yet, and hopefully I won't in a year.
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2022
The sound is absolutely immersive; my worries about these headphones was that the bass was going to be too heavy, as SONY bluetooth headphones and other sets in this price range are usually very bass heavy. Fortunately, that wasn't the case with Quiet Comfort; it's strong, but it doesn't overpower. The mids and treble sound great too, and I can't say I've had any issues with listening to music, calls with friends, etc, other than those friends having shoddy microphones (No problem though).
The fit on this set is also solid; I have noticed in warmer weather that my ears get sweaty, but that's to be expected with any headset that's over-ear. My only note is that I noticed the inside of the headphones have molded to my ear. When I first got them, the meshy material with the L and R was flat, but now it's slightly caved in. I'm not sure if it's impacted anything, because I haven't heard a difference in sound, and they don't feel different. I will keep an eye on it for when I update this review.
The controls are simple, a switch on button and three buttons to turn up, down, pause, and skip music (and if on mobile, to use your voice assistant) on the right cuff. On the left, the only button is the noise cancelling (two settings; aware and noise-cancel). I enjoy that this headset has two ports, one for charging, and another to plug them into the device to use instead of bluetooth. However, I will note to anyone that uses these headphones plugged in; when the set is in wired mode, it disables bluetooth, and when still on it sounds incredibly quiet. And, when turned off and plugged in, the EQ and Stereo Sound disable, so using the headphones without them being on is really rough. These doesn't steer me away from using them though, as I mainly use them on and via bluetooth. I mean, to be honest, who uses bluetooth headphones with a wire anyway unless they're dead?
I'm also actually pretty impressed by the battery on these. They last me all day and night, and I plug them in when I sleep. They charge really fast, and I've only had two occasions of low battery, mainly due to me forgetting to charge em.
Overall, my only worry onward is the deterioration, if there is any, and possible connection issues. Haven't had those yet, and hopefully I won't in a year.
Airpod Max - Cost, weight and the stupid, stupid, stupid case.
Sony XM4/XM5 - Bulky and didn't want gesture controls (just my preference).
Bose NC700 - Didn't like the style and band adjustment, didn't fold up small enough and gesture control.
There are other headphones in the consumer space but these are the big players and my top 3 reasons for picking QC45s were,
1. Space, these fold up into a small case, big, big plus. My main use will be for travel and I wanted the smallest footprint for my carryon.
2. Noise cancelling, I tried and compared these to Sony and the NC700 at an electronic shop in an airport and I thought these were the best. This was before the XM5s, from reviews they might have a slight advantage but not significant.
3. Comfort, all the reviews said the weight, clamping force, cabin pressure, cavity size and breathability were the best of any of the N/C top picks. Smart move by Bose to have another iteration of the QC35s, the comfort is unrivaled.
I will use these mostly for travel, I had QC15s I bought for a wedding anniversary for my wife and I when we were flying for a cruise. They served us well, even bought a Bluetooth adapter for them, still working great and gave them to a family couple. That was 10 years ago, so another anniversary seemed like a reasonable purchase. The other players have features that surpass the QC45s, better sound, more bass, more adjustments but none of these were that important to me. For me comfort was very high on the list and I just like physical buttons and the sound is very good so no complaints there.
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Comfort - After almost 1 month I can confirm the comfort of these headphones. My wife's sleep schedule is different than mine so I have been using these connected to our Apple TV while she is sleeping. 2 or more hours with no fatigue, pain or any discomfort at all. As I stated in my original review, comfort was probably my top priority and I am so happy with them.
Noise Cancelling - I give the noise cancelling 5 out of 5, absolutely amazing and no hissing or cabin pressure. Adjustable NC just isn't that important to me, I just want it on or off. In this case it would be ambient, it would be nice to have the option to just turn NC off. Hoping a firmware will be coming to give that option but not a big deal.
Sound - EQ'd the sound in the app and I am very happy with how they sound. I'm not a bass junkie or a audiophile but I like upper scale speakers (2 Sonos 5s in my living room for example) and these headphones do not disappoint.
Battery - I haven't measured the actual time but the claimed 24 hours seems pretty close and that is more than adequate.
2nd Update
My adult daughter flew home for Christmas and she had replaced her Bose QC 25s that had stopped working with the Sony XM4s. So I got to spend some time with the XM4s, played with the app, listened to music, tried the noise cancelling and wore them for a while to test the comfort. I was very impressed, not surprising given the reputation of the XM4s but my personal opinion is the sound was very comparable to my Bose QC45s. I didn’t A/B switch the headphones but I have been listening to the QC45s for a couple of months now so that gave a good reference point. Noise cancelling of the XM4s was excellent, I still think the Bose have the edge but only a very slight advantage, it was cool to have the ability to turn off NC and get better battery life and still wish the Bose had this feature (still holding out hope a firmware will come to give this) but it isn’t a big disappointment for me. The comfort was again excellent, the ear cushions were super supple and gave a great seal. The Sony app had a lot more options than the Bose, if your an app nerd you could geek out on it, if your not it could seem complicated, for me I wouldn’t spend time in it so it’s not a significant advantage but that’s me. As I said in my original review adjustable NC isn’t something I would use so that feature isn’t for me but the Sony’s have it if you would like it.
Summary of the XM4s from my perspective is they are comparable to the Bose in many ways, comfort, sound, noise cancelling, case size and better in some aspects like the app and the ability to turn NC off. It comes down to personal preferences and I like physical buttons but wow if you like the features of the Sony they are a top of the line headphones and you would love them. I still would choose the Bose but it was fun playing with the Sony XM4s.
3rd Update
There were some references to wind noise with the QC45s in comments and reviews because the 45s don't have the ability to turn off NC (if I remember correctly). I was letting the dog out the other day and had my QC45s on and there was a mild wind. Yes you do get wind noise, so if you are going to use headphones outside consider this. I don't see this being an issue for me, guess only when I let the dog out, yeah first world problem. I keep mentioning the firmware update that could fix this (and added battery when not needed) with some hopes that a Bose rep will take notice (might have a better chance of winning the lottery) but for now this is a narrow circumstantial issue. For me it's the comfort that trumps the advantages that the competition has over the QC45s.
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