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Bose QuietComfort 25 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£260
Avg. price in US: ~$300
Form factor: over-ear
Connectivity: wired
Battery life: N/A hours
Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Bose QuietComfort 25 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

7.2

Very good

6.7

Good

9.2

Exceptional

3.2
Gaming
Score components:
35.0%
0.0
Audio latency
25.0%
0.0
Low-latency game mode
20.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
12.0%
10
Noise-canceling microphone
8.0%
0.0
Battery life
4.0
Travel
Score components:
28.0%
10
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
24.0%
0.0
Battery life
18.0%
5.7
Weight
16.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
14.0%
1.0
Ambient sound mode
5.2
Calls
Score components:
28.0%
10
Noise-canceling microphone
24.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
18.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
14.0%
0.0
Companion app
3.8
Workout
Score components:
28.0%
5.7
Weight
24.0%
1.0
Water resistance
20.0%
4.0
IP rating
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
12.0%
10
Can be used as a headset

Best prices in UK

Best rankings

#11 in Best Bose Headphones
#16 in Best Wired Headphones
#236 in Best Over Ear Headphones
#236 in Best Noise Cancelling Over Ear Headphones
#275 in Best Noise Cancelling Headphones
#275 in Best Headphones with Mic

Verdict

The Bose QuietComfort 25 is a premium wired over-ear headphone featuring high-performance active noise cancellation (ANC) and 40mm dynamic drivers with a frequency response of 20 Hz – 20,000 Hz. Weighing just 196g, it is built with lightweight plastic, protein leather ear cushions, and a foldable design for portability. Its primary strengths include best-in-class low-frequency noise reduction for travel, an extremely comfortable fit for long sessions, and the ability to play music in passive mode even after the battery dies. However, it requires a single AAA battery for ANC rather than being rechargeable, lacks built-in Bluetooth connectivity, and exhibits a noticeably muffled or 'stunted' sound quality when used without power.

Technical Specifications of Bose QuietComfort 25

Overall score

7.2

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.

Sound

8.2

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Active noise cancellation (ANC)

What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology

When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

Driver type

What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used

When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic

Driver size

What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit

When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of drivers

What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup

When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

Lowest frequency

What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

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Calls & Controls

8.9

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Noise-canceling microphone

What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls

When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

Can be used as a headset

What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.

When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of microphones

What it is: Total number of built-in microphones

When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

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Boom microphone

What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity

When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

Microphone SNR

What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone

When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity

2.9

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Connectivity

What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)

When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

Bluetooth version

What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported

When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device

When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A

Audio latency

What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode

When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

N/A

Multipoint support

What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices

When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Features

3.2

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Ambient sound mode

What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness

When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

EQ support

What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer

When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

Companion app

What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates

When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Adjustable ANC levels

What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels

When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A

Voice assistant support

What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant

When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

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Battery

6.6

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Battery life

What it is: Playback time on a single charge

When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A

Battery life with ANC

What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled

When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

Charging time

What it is: Time required for a full battery charge

When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A

Quick charge

What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period

When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Battery capacity

What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery

When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A

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Design

7.9

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Bose

Form factor

What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)

When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the headphones

When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

Acoustic design

What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)

When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back

Clamp force

What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head

When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Bose QuietComfort 25 vs the average headphone

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Active noise cancellation
Bose QuietComfort 25 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.
Importance: HIGH
Bose QuietComfort 25 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Clear call microphone
Bose QuietComfort 25 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.
Importance: MEDIUM
Bose QuietComfort 25 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
On-device controls
Bose QuietComfort 25 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.
Importance: MEDIUM
Bose QuietComfort 25 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
In-line controls
Bose QuietComfort 25 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.
Importance: LOW
Bose QuietComfort 25 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
7.09 Hz lower bass extension
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10.9 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=10 Hz
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10.9 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.10.91 Hz vs 18 Hz
17 mm more spacious earcup width
Bose QuietComfort 25 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (60 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.
Importance: MEDIUM
Bose QuietComfort 25 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (60 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.60 mm vs 43 mm
Wind noise reduction
Bose QuietComfort 25 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
What it is: Reduces wind interference for clearer outdoor calls
When it matters: When you take calls outdoors while walking, cycling, or commuting.
Importance: LOW
Bose QuietComfort 25 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
Foldable design
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.
Importance: LOW
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
17 mm more spacious earcup width
Bose QuietComfort 25 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (60 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
Foldable design
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
1.2 lower clamp force
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a lower clamp force than the average headphone (3.1 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
10.1% lower weight
Bose QuietComfort 25 is lighter than the average headphone (196 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
Active noise cancellation
Bose QuietComfort 25 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
7.09 Hz lower bass extension
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10.9 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
10 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (113 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
Removable battery
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a removable battery, the average headphone does not. 7.6% of headphones have a removable battery.
Play while charging
Bose QuietComfort 25 can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
5 hours longer ANC battery life
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a higher battery life with ANC than the average headphone (35 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
Clear call microphone
Bose QuietComfort 25 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
On-device controls
Bose QuietComfort 25 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
In-line controls
Bose QuietComfort 25 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
Wind noise reduction
Bose QuietComfort 25 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.

Calls & Controls

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Tangle-prone cable
Bose QuietComfort 25 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
2 mm tighter earcup height
Bose QuietComfort 25 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (58 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
2.7 % higher distortion
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (3 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
2.7 % higher distortion
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (3 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
What it is: Percentage of harmonic distortion in audio output
When it matters: When cleaner sound reproduction matters at louder volumes.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <=1%
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (3 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.3 % vs 0.3 %
Tangle-prone cable
Bose QuietComfort 25 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
What it is: Cable designed to resist tangling
When it matters: When you often carry wired headphones in a bag or pocket.
Importance: LOW
Bose QuietComfort 25 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
2.89x more expensive
Bose QuietComfort 25 is more expensive than the average headphone (£260 vs £90).
Bose QuietComfort 25 is more expensive than the average headphone (£260 vs £90).£260 vs £90
2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=106 dB/mW
Bose QuietComfort 25 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
2 mm tighter earcup height
Bose QuietComfort 25 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (58 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
What it is: Internal height of the earcup cavity
When it matters: When larger ears need enough space inside the earcups.
Importance: MEDIUM
Bose QuietComfort 25 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (58 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.58 mm vs 60 mm

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What customers like about Bose QuietComfort 25?

Industry-leading active noise cancellation that effectively eliminates low-frequency ambient sounds like airplane engines and air conditioning.
Exceptional long-term comfort with lightweight construction, low clamping force, and plush memory foam ear cushions.
Highly portable design with earcups that fold flat and rotate to fit into a compact, protective hard-shell carrying case.
Balanced and 'relaxed' sound signature with clear mids and highs, suitable for long, non-fatiguing listening sessions.

What customers dislike about Bose QuietComfort 25?

Uses a single AAA battery for power instead of a modern integrated rechargeable battery system.
Lacks Bluetooth connectivity, requiring a wired connection for all audio playback.
Sound quality may feel 'muffled' or lacking impact for users who prefer heavy bass or audiophile-grade detail.
Earcup design tends to leak sound at moderate to high volumes, which can be distracting to others in quiet environments.
Predominantly plastic build may lack a premium feel compared to some competitors in the same price range.

Expert reviews

stereophile.com

12/11/2014

Bose QuietComfort 25 Review

The Stereophile review of the Bose QuietComfort 25Go (page 2) highlights a modest, incremental sound improvement over the QC15Go, characterized by balanced neutrality and taut, punchy bass. While the sound offers superior performance to its predecessor, it lacks ultimate resolution and finesse, with a specific, minor deficiency in sub-bass response. Treble reproduction is noted to...Read more

techcrunch.com

27/10/2014

Bose QuietComfort 25 Review: Bose Pads Its Lead In Noise Cancellation

The TechCrunch review by Darrell Etherington highly praises the Bose QuietComfort 25 headphones as the new king of active noise cancellation. A major pro is the sleek, modern design that folds up into a much smaller, space-saving hardshell travel case compared to the older QC 15 model. The biggest upgrade is that these headphones finally play music even when the AAA battery dies,...Read more

neowin.net

01/02/2015

Bose QuietComfort 25 Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones - Review

The Neowin review highlights the Bose QuietComfort 25 headphones for their industry-leading active noise cancellation and exceptionally lightweight, comfortable design, making them ideal for long-term use. The device is praised for its top-notch sound quality, premium build, and effectiveness in eliminating environmental noise, though it comes with a high price tag. Despite the...Read more

newatlas.com

18/05/2015

Bose QuietComfort 25 noise-cancelling headphones review

The Bose QuietComfort 25 over-ear headphones deliver supreme active noise cancellation and crisp audio quality across the entire frequency range, showing no signs of distortion even at maximum volume. Equipped with microphones on both the inside and outside of the earcups, they effectively block ambient sounds like traffic, air conditioners, and loud office chatter. The headphones...Read more

forbes.com

08/09/2014

Bose QuietComfort 25 (QC25) Review - Forbes

In a review for Forbes, Geoffrey Morrison praises the Bose QuietComfort 25 (QC25) for its superior active noise cancellation, which significantly reduces low-frequency cabin noise. Key advantages include its compact design, extreme comfort, and the ability to operate in passive mode if the AAA battery fails. However, the review notes that audio quality is only average and sounds...Read more

gizmodo.com

06/10/2014

Bose QC25 Review: Amazing Noise-Cancelling Headphones All the Time

The Gizmodo review characterizes the Bose QuietComfort 25 (QC25) headphonesGo as a highly reliable, conservative refinement over the older QC15 modelGo rather than a complete overhaul. On the positive side, the headphones feature outstanding active noise cancellation driven by a single proprietary chip, effectively drowning out loud environments like subway platforms. They are...Read more

rtings.com

24/02/2018

Bose QuietComfort 25/QC25 Review - RTINGS.com

The Bose QuietComfort 25 (QC25) are wired, over-ear headphones, highly praised by RTINGS.com for their exceptional active noise isolation, particularly against low-frequency ambient sounds, and their comfortable, long-term wearability. While they deliver above-average, neutral sound quality and intuitive controls, they suffer from average build quality, moderate sound leakage, a...Read more

whathifi.com

13/11/2018

Bose QuietComfort 25 review - What Hi-Fi?

The Bose QuietComfort 25 headphones build successfully on their predecessors, offering superb noise cancellation that effectively eliminates office hubbub, deep vehicle hums, and air conditioning noise. When powered on, they deliver a highly disciplined and well-balanced audio profile, marked by agile bass precision, a smooth midrange rich with instrumental depth, and a remarkably...Read more

cnet.com

22/09/2014

Bose QuietComfort 25 review: The best noise-canceling headphones get better

The CNET review highlights the Bose QuietComfort 25 as an excellent upgrade to its predecessor, the QC15, combining top-tier active noise cancellation with significant design improvements. Among its main pros, the headphones feature a newly engineered folding design with a cast-zinc hinge that allows them to pack into a 30 percent smaller carrying case, enhancing their portability....Read more

thislifeintrips.com

29/03/2017

Bose QuietComfort 25 Review - My New Favourite Carry-On

In this review from This Life in Trips, author Shaun Robertson shares his experience with the Bose QuietComfort 25 noise-canceling headphones, which he purchased on an impulse buy during a flight layover in Calgary. He highly praises their exceptional active noise cancellation (ANC), noting that flipping the power switch delivers "complete silence" by instantly blocking out the...Read more

xander51.medium.com

10/10/2016

The Bose QuietComfort 25 Review: A Modern Legend

Alex Rowe’s review on Medium describes the Bose QuietComfort 25 as a, landmark, comfortable, and portable headset featuring exceptional active noise cancellation (ANC), a 35-hour battery life with a single AAA, and balanced audio. While praised for its performance, the QC25 has drawbacks, including a proprietary 2.5mm cable connection, cable variants that restrict functionality...Read more

kopfhoererimtest.de

01/09/2014

Bose QuietComfort 25 Review - Stronger Than Ever (2/2)

The Bose QuietComfort 25 is highly praised as a premier travel companion, offering world-class active noise cancellation (ANC) that blocks out low-frequency engine rumbles and street sounds to near perfection. Designed with a more elegant, slender look compared to its predecessor, it retains a high level of wearing comfort and portability. Dynamically, the sound profile features...Read more

modernhifi.de

31/08/2015

Bose QuietComfort 25 Review – Noise Cancelling - Modernhifi

The Bose QuietComfort 25 is an exceptionally lightweight (200 grams) over-ear, closed-back headphone that delivers premium build quality and industry-leading active noise cancellation (ANC). Its design combines an aluminum outer shell, plastic headband, and memory foam earcups covered in synthetic leather, ensuring high stability and superior comfort during extended use without...Read more

connect.de

19/12/2014

Bose QuietComfort 25 with Noise-Cancelling review - connect

The Bose QuietComfort 25 (QC25) over-ear headphones are designed to outperform their legendary predecessor, the QC15, by featuring an optimized active noise-cancelling (ANC) system and a more robust mechanical build. Visually, the model remains largely unchanged, offering a choice between an understated black or an elegant white finish. The updated headband structure looks more...Read more

lowbeats.de

11/01/2016

Bose QC 25 Review: The Perfect Travel Headphones - LowBeats

The LowBeats review identifies the Bose QuietComfort 25 as a premier travel headphone, praised for its exceptional long-term comfort, lightweight design, and superior active noise cancellation (ANC). Performance highlights include a balanced, audiophile-grade sound profile in active mode, alongside a new passive mode allowing music playback without battery power. Despite the high...Read more

areadvd.de

10/10/2014

Bose QuietComfort 25 Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones

The Bose Quiet Comfort 25 is an around-ear headphone that costs 299 EUR and offers world-class active noise cancelling. This feature easily blocks out airplane engines and loud conversations with very little background hiss. The design is lightweight at just 195 grams. It features excellent padding on the earcups and headband, making it comfortable for long trips. Users will...Read more

hifitest.de

15/01/2015

Bose QuietComfort 25 - Noise Cancelling Headphones - hifitest.de

The Bose QuietComfort 25 over-ear headphones are highly praised as a top-tier choice for active noise cancellation, earning a perfect 5.0 out of 5 stars and a place in the "Reference Class". Weighing only 220 grams, they offer exceptional wearing comfort even during hours of continuous use. The review highlights their outstanding active noise-canceling electronics, which effectively...Read more

computerbild.de

19/03/2015

Bose QuietComfort 25 headphone review - COMPUTER BILD

The review by Computer Bild awards the Bose QuietComfort 25 an overall score of 2.0 ("good"), praising it as an exceptional travel companion for frequent flyers and commuters. A major highlight of this model is its extremely effective active noise-cancelling technology, which creates a near-silent environment by using integrated microphones to neutralize surrounding ambient noise....Read more

kopfhoerer.de

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Bose QuietComfort 25 review on kopfhoerer.de

The Bose QuietComfort 25 review highlighted several major pros, praising the over-ear headphones for their excellent build quality, balanced audio, and market-leading digital active noise cancellation (ANC). The reviewer found the sound profile to be incredibly well-balanced across all frequencies, delivering delightful, rich bass and exceptionally clear, non-intrusive highs that...Read more

darty.com

27/11/2014

Bose QuietComfort 25 Over-Ear Noise-Cancelling Headphones Review - Darty

The Bose QuietComfort 25 is lauded for exceptional active noise cancellation and a comfortable, lightweight, and foldable design, making it ideal for commuting. Key advantages include its ability to isolate users from ambient noise and its highly durable, portable, and flexible structure, allowing it to fit easily into its travel pouch. However, the review notes a significant drop...Read more

lesnumeriques.com

21/10/2014

Test Bose QuietComfort 25, casque à réduction de bruit active(fnac.com) | 24/10/2014 | Test du Bose QuietComfort 25 : l'excellence au bout du fil

The Bose QuietComfort 25 is an exceptionally lightweight over-ear headphone weighing just 195 grams, featuring a robust and comfortable design with memory foam earcups and a metal-reinforced headband. Its standout feature is its class-leading active noise cancellation (ANC), which masterfully targets and eliminates low-frequency urban noises and airplane engine hums. Unlike its...Read more

audiocasque.fr

29/09/2014

Bose QuietComfort QC25 REVIEW The Best Noise Cancelling Headphones", "Bose QuietComfort QC25 TEST The Best Noise Cancellation

The AudioCasque review praises the Bose QuietComfort QC25Go as an excellent circum-aural, wired active noise-canceling headphone, earning a high score of 9/10. A major pro highlighted in the review is its ultra-comfortable design, featuring plush leather ear cushions, a closely fitting headband wrapped in premium automotive-grade fabric, and durable zinc-molded ear cup pivots....Read more

maison-et-domotique.com

29/09/2015

Bose QC25 noise-cancelling headphones review", "Bose QC25 noise-cancelling headphones test

The Bose QuietComfort 25 (QC25) features a modernized, robust design with enhanced comfort and a redesigned, compact carrying case, marking a significant upgrade from the QC15. Key improvements include superior, industry-standard active noise cancellation (ANC) that effectively neutralizes ambient noise, paired with improved, balanced sound quality. While praised for its 195-gram...Read more

on-mag.fr

10/04/2015

Bose QuietComfort 25: The gold standard of noise-cancelling headphones

The Bose QuietComfort 25 (QC25)Go is evaluated by ON-mag.fr as a highly functional, well-built active noise-canceling (ANC) headphone designed for both home and mobile use. Retailing at 300 €, this closed-back, circum-aural model features a understated, basic design composed primarily of matte plastic with aluminum ear cup shields and a lightweight frame weighing only 210 g. The...Read more

it.ign.com

01/07/2015

Bose QuietComfort 25 Review - IGN Italy

In this IGN Italia review, Simone Soletta shares a highly positive appraisal of the Bose QuietComfort 25 headphones after conducting an extensive real-world test during an 11-hour intercontinental flight from Paris to Los Angeles. Despite his initial skepticism regarding Bose's signature audio engineering, the reviewer concludes that these over-the-ear headphones deliver premium,...Read more

macitynet.it

15/11/2014

Bose QC25 headphones review: the best in noise cancellation - Macitynet

Review Summary The Bose QuietComfort 25 (QC25) headphones represent a modern, premium upgrade over the legacy QC15 model, introducing a more angular design, upgraded materials like metal ear cups, and a comfortable alcantara-lined headband. A major design enhancement is their ability to fold more compactly into a smaller, redesigned square carrying case. Acoustically, the headphones...Read more

tech.everyeye.it

06/10/2014

Bose QuietComfort 25 Review - Everyeye Tech

The Bose QuietComfort 25 headphones excel at active noise cancellation, specifically engineered to eliminate harsh ambient city sounds, airplane engines, and train station noise. Tested across various transit environments like airplanes and chaotic Milan commuter trains, the proprietary chip-driven technology isolates the user incredibly well, creating an eerie, high-altitude snowy...Read more

androidworld.nl

27/01/2016

Bose QuietComfort 25 Review: The Ideal Noise-Cancelling Headphones

The Bose QuietComfort 25 is a wired, over-ear headphone retailing at €299 that delivers market-leading active noise cancellation (ANC) and an exceptionally comfortable fit, making it perfect for long hours of wear, even for users who wear glasses. Its lightweight, fold-flat physical design features streamlined aesthetics and includes a convenient semi-hard storage case alongside a...Read more

insideflyer.nl

07/12/2016

Bose QC35 vs Bose QC25 Review

The InsideFlyer review evaluates and compares the Bose QuietComfort 35 (QC35)Go and Bose QuietComfort 25 (QC25)Go active noise-cancelling headphones over a intensive two-week testing period. Both models offer identical, high-quality "Quiet Comfort" active noise cancellation that effectively suppresses background disturbances like airplane engine roar, paired with exceptional,...Read more

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