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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£310
  • Avg. price in US: ~$350
  • Form factor: on-ear
  • Connectivity: wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Bose QuietComfort 3 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

6.7

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

6.7

Technical Score

20.0%

6.8

User score

Good
6.7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

8.4

Sound

20.0%

3.2

Features

10.0%

8.0

Design

8.0%

4.0

Connectivity

6.0%

5.3

Battery

4.0%

6.7

Calls & Controls

Good
6.8

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

7.4

User reviews

30.0%

5.5

Popularity

User score:
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Good
  • 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

  • 4.2
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    7.0

    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

  • 4.2
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    7.0

    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

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Verdict

The Bose QuietComfort 3 (QC3) is a compact, on-ear wired headset featuring proprietary Acoustic Noise Cancelling technology designed to electronically identify and significantly reduce ambient sound. Weighing approximately 145 grams, these headphones offer a lightweight, padded design for extended travel comfort and include a rechargeable lithium-ion battery providing approximately 20 to 25 hours of use per charge. Key pros include high-performing noise reduction tailored for engine rumbles, balanced audio with clear lifelike sound, and a space-saving fold-flat design for portability. Notable cons include the requirement of battery power for any audio playback, a proprietary battery that must be charged externally, and potential long-term durability issues with the pleather ear pads.

Technical Specifications of Bose QuietComfort 3

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

8.4

Sound

20.0%

3.2

Features

10.0%

8.0

Design

8.0%

4.0

Connectivity

6.0%

5.3

Battery

4.0%

6.7

Calls & Controls

6.7
Bose QuietComfort 3 has a technical score of 6.7 points, which is higher than that of 79.3% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

7.4

User reviews

30.0%

5.5

Popularity

User score:
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6.8
Bose QuietComfort 3 has a user score of 6.81 points, which is lower than that of 82% of products in this category.
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.
5.5
Bose QuietComfort 3 has a popularity of 5.5 points, which is higher than 54.8% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.7

Overall score

40.0%

8.9

Price

7.4
Bose QuietComfort 3 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.4 points, which is higher than 72.4% of products in this category.
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

yes
Bose QuietComfort 3 supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
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

40 mm
Bose QuietComfort 3 uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
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

1
Bose QuietComfort 3 uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
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

20 Hz
Bose QuietComfort 3 reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% of headphones.
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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

yes
Bose QuietComfort 3 supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
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

yes
Bose QuietComfort 3 is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
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

1
Bose QuietComfort 3 has 1 microphones, more microphones than 25.9% of headphones and equal to 52.2% of headphones.
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

yes
Bose QuietComfort 3 includes a boom microphone. 84.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
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
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

wired
Bose QuietComfort 3 supports wired connectivity, equal to 52.6% of headphones.
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

N/A
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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

no
Bose QuietComfort 3 does not offer ambient sound mode. 76.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
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

no
Bose QuietComfort 3 does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
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

yes
Bose QuietComfort 3 supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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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

25 hours
Bose QuietComfort 3 offers battery life with ANC of 25 hours, lower battery life with ANC than 61.4% of headphones and equal to 4% of headphones.
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

2 hours
Bose QuietComfort 3 needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 48.5% of headphones and equal to 39.1% of headphones.
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

no
Bose QuietComfort 3 does not support quick charging. 69.1% of headphones support quick charge.
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

200 mAh
Bose QuietComfort 3 has a battery capacity of 200 mAh, lower battery capacity than 95.9% of headphones and equal to 0.5% of headphones.
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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

on-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

145 g
Bose QuietComfort 3 weighs 145 g, lighter than 71.3% of headphones and equal to 0.2% of headphones.
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 3 vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Bose QuietComfort 3 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 3 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Clear call microphone
    Bose QuietComfort 3 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 3 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • 33.5% lower weight
    Bose QuietComfort 3 is lighter than the average headphone (145 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    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

    Bose QuietComfort 3 is lighter than the average headphone (145 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.145 g vs 218 g
  • Wind noise reduction
    Bose QuietComfort 3 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 3 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Foldable design
    Bose QuietComfort 3 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 3 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Sidetone support
    Bose QuietComfort 3 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
    What it is: Lets users hear their own voice during calls
    When it matters: When long calls matter and you do not want to sound unnaturally loud in your own ears while speaking.

    Importance: LOW

    Bose QuietComfort 3 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • 3 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Bose QuietComfort 3 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (105 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 3 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Boom microphone included
    Bose QuietComfort 3 includes a boom microphone, the average headphone does not. 15.6% of headphones have a 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

    Bose QuietComfort 3 includes a boom microphone, the average headphone does not. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
  • 33.5% lower weight
    Bose QuietComfort 3 is lighter than the average headphone (145 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Foldable design
    Bose QuietComfort 3 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Bose QuietComfort 3 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • 3 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Bose QuietComfort 3 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • Removable battery
    Bose QuietComfort 3 has a removable battery, the average headphone does not. 7.6% of headphones have a removable battery.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Bose QuietComfort 3 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Clear call microphone
    Bose QuietComfort 3 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Bose QuietComfort 3 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Sidetone support
    Bose QuietComfort 3 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Boom microphone included
    Bose QuietComfort 3 includes a boom microphone, the average headphone does not. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.

Total
Design
Sound
Battery
Calls & Controls
  • 10 mm tighter earcup height
    Bose QuietComfort 3 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (50 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Bose QuietComfort 3 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 66.7% lower battery capacity
    Bose QuietComfort 3 has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (200 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • 5 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Bose QuietComfort 3 has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (25 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
  • 11 older release date
    Bose QuietComfort 3 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,006 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    June 2006
  • 10 mm tighter earcup height
    Bose QuietComfort 3 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (50 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 3 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (50 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.50 mm vs 60 mm
  • 66.7% lower battery capacity
    Bose QuietComfort 3 has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (200 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
    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

    Bose QuietComfort 3 has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (200 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.200 mAh vs 600 mAh
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Bose QuietComfort 3 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 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 3 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 3.44x more expensive
    Bose QuietComfort 3 is more expensive than the average headphone (£310 vs £90).
    Bose QuietComfort 3 is more expensive than the average headphone (£310 vs £90).£310 vs £90
  • 5 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Bose QuietComfort 3 has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (25 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
    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

    Bose QuietComfort 3 has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (25 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.25 hours vs 30 hours
  • 11 older release date
    Bose QuietComfort 3 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,006 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    June 2006
    What it is: Official release or launch date of the model
    When it matters: When you want a newer model for fresher features, longer support life, or simply to avoid buying into an older generation.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=2020

    Bose QuietComfort 3 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,006 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.2006 vs 2017
  • 17.5% lower user score
    Bose QuietComfort 3 has a lower user score than the average headphone (6.81 vs 8.000).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Bose QuietComfort 3 has a lower user score than the average headphone (6.81 vs 8.000).6.81 vs 8
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What customers like about Bose QuietComfort 3?

  • Excellent active noise cancellation, especially for low-frequency engine rumbles during travel
  • Incredibly lightweight and comfortable for long-term wear due to soft ear cushions
  • Compact, on-ear design that is less bulky than previous over-ear models like the QC2
  • Includes a high-quality rechargeable lithium-ion battery and compact travel case
  • Attractive, premium build quality that feels well-manufactured

What customers dislike about Bose QuietComfort 3?

  • Headphones do not work at all without battery power (no passive mode)
  • High retail price compared to the overall audio performance
  • On-ear design can lead to sound leakage and less effective physical isolation than over-ear models
  • Audio quality is good but lacks the detail and high-end accuracy expected by audiophiles
  • Faux-leather material on ear pads and headband is prone to peeling and disintegrating over time

Expert reviews

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reviewed.com
14/07/2011
Bose QuietComfort 3 Headphones Review

The Bose QuietComfort 3 (QC3) on-ear headphones are highly effective at blocking out low-frequency environmental sounds, making them an attractive asset for frequent flyers and business professionals. Visually, they feature a sleek, expensive-looking design made of plastic and metal, complete with plush foam pads wrapped in soft faux leather. This padding ensures excellent...Read more

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tomsguide.com
15/05/2014
Bose QuietComfort 3 Headphones Review", "Bose QuietComfort 3 Review

The Bose QuietComfort 3 (QC3) on-ear headphones provide excellent active noise-cancellation (ANC) packaged inside an attractive, lightweight 4.8-ounce plastic frame. Priced at $349, these cans offer a comfortable fit capable of being worn for hours, a 90-degree rotating design to fold flat in a carrying case, and loud, accurate audio with balanced highs and mids. They feature a...Read more

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arstechnica.com
19/11/2006
Bose QuietComfort 3 Headphones Review", "Review: Bose QuietComfort 3 Headphones

The 2006 review on Ars Technica evaluates the Bose QuietComfort 3 (QC3) headphones, focusing heavily on their real-world usability rather than pure audiophile metrics. The reviewer highlights several major advantages, including a compact, highly portable design that is much smaller than the previous QC2 model, an adjustable headband, and comfortable, replaceable ear cushions....Read more

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cnet.com
22/10/2006
Bose QuietComfort 3 Headphones Review

The Bose QuietComfort 3 headphones introduce a more compact, on-ear design that fits snugly on top of the ears rather than enveloping them like the previous QuietComfort 2 model. A major design shift is the switch from a AAA battery to a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which neatly slots into the right ear cup and provides close to 20 hours of power per charge. The package...Read more

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av-magazin.de
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Comfort, Technology, and Sound: Bose QuietComfort 3

The AV-Magazin review provides a highly positive assessment of the Bose QuietComfort 3 headphones, praising their combination of compact design, superior comfort, and effective active noise cancellation. The reviewer notes that the on-ear design, featuring exceptionally soft ear cushions and a headband adjustable up to 7.6 centimeters, delivers an ergonomic fit that remains...Read more

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hifitest.de
14/10/2009
Bose QuietComfort 3 noise-cancelling headphones review

The Bose QuietComfort 3 is a compact, on-ear noise-cancelling headphone designed for travelers seeking active hearing protection and dynamic sound quality without over-ear bulk. The reviewer notes that the initial fit feels like a standard headphone, but the on-ear design effectively seals against the ear using a comfortable, form-retaining foam padding. Activating the noise...Read more

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i-fidelity.net
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Bose QuietComfort 3: Review Conclusion - i-fidelity.net

The Bose QuietComfort 3 noise-canceling headphones receive a highly positive review, with the reviewer concluding that they are a "simply ingenious" device. Priced at 398 Euros with a 2-year warranty, the product earns an overall grade of "very good". The primary strengths highlighted in the review include its surprisingly mature sound profile, excellent wearing comfort, and...Read more

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avguide.ch
12/03/2007
Bose QuietComfort 3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones

The avguide.ch review evaluates the Bose QuietComfort 3 (QC3) as a completely redesigned, premium "on-ear" (ohraufliegenden) successor to the over-ear QC2 model. The pros highlight its exceptional active noise cancellation, which effectively neutralizes low-frequency ambient sounds to create "total silence" in environments like cars or airplanes. Additionally, it features high...Read more

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connect.de
12/02/2008
Bose QuietComfort 3 review - headphones - connect

The Bose QuietComfort 3 review by connect gives the headphones a final score of 65.0 points and a "good" rating for its active noise cancellation (ANC) performance. Priced at 400.00 €, these on-ear headphones are noted for having soft faux leather padding on the headband and cups that provides a comfortable fit, though they can make the user's ears feel warm during long listening...Read more

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maclife.de
01/10/2009
Bose QuietComfort 3 - Mac Life

The Bose QuietComfort 3 review by Mac Life evaluates these luxury noise-canceling headphones, highlighting their significantly reduced size and smaller ear cups compared to the previous model. Tested alongside an optional Mobile Communications Kit—which costs an extra €50 and includes a cable with a clip, microphone, and adapters—the headphones successfully functioned as a headset,...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
23/12/2013
Bose QuietComfort 3 Review - Traditional Noise Cancellation", "Bose QuietComfort 3 Test - Traditional Noise Cancelling

The Bose QuietComfort 3 is an older-generation on-ear (supra-aural) active noise-cancelling headphone that features a signature lightweight design weighing just 159 grams. It provides outstanding comfort due to its soft foam ear cushions, which apply very minimal pressure to the head and ears while delivering excellent passive isolation. A standout positive of the retail package is...Read more

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