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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£180
  • Avg. price in US: ~$230
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 24 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

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

7.7

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%

7.2

Technical Score

20.0%

9.4

User score

Very good
7.2

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%

7.8

Sound

20.0%

6.7

Features

10.0%

7.1

Design

8.0%

4.8

Connectivity

6.0%

5.9

Battery

4.0%

8.7

Calls & Controls

Very good
9.4

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%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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4.6
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  • 4.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    1.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    1.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    3.8

    Battery life

  • 7.5
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    3.8

    Battery life

    18.0%

    4.7

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 9.0
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    3.8

    Battery life

    14.0%

    10

    Companion app

  • 6.3
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.7

    Weight

    24.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    3.8

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Bose QuietComfort SE is a specialized retail version of the QC45, featuring 40mm dynamic drivers, Bluetooth 5.1 with multipoint connectivity, and a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz. It offers a 24-hour battery life with USB-C fast charging that provides 3 hours of playback from a 15-minute charge, alongside high-fidelity audio supported by TriPort acoustic architecture and adjustable EQ via the Bose Music app. Its main characteristics include top-tier active noise cancellation with Quiet and Aware modes, a lightweight 240g foldable design, and physical button controls for reliable operation. Pros include its exceptional long-term comfort with plush synthetic leather cushions, excellent voice isolation for calls using four beamforming microphones, and a lower price point compared to the standard model. Cons include the lack of an IP rating for water resistance, the inclusion of a soft carry case rather than a protective hard-shell case, and the absence of on-ear detection to auto-pause music.

Technical Specifications of Bose QuietComfort SE

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%

7.8

Sound

20.0%

6.7

Features

10.0%

7.1

Design

8.0%

4.8

Connectivity

6.0%

5.9

Battery

4.0%

8.7

Calls & Controls

7.2
Bose QuietComfort SE has a technical score of 7.22 points, which is higher than that of 85.8% 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%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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4.6
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4.6
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(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

9.4
Bose QuietComfort SE has a user score of 9.44 points, which is higher than that of 98.3% 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.
10
Bose QuietComfort SE has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 71.9% 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%

7.7

Overall score

40.0%

9.6

Price

8.2
Bose QuietComfort SE has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.2 points, which is higher than 89.1% 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 SE 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 SE 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 SE 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 SE 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 SE 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 SE 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

4
Bose QuietComfort SE has 4 microphones, more microphones than 88.2% of headphones and equal to 5% 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

no
Bose QuietComfort SE does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% 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

wireless
Bose QuietComfort SE supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
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

5.1
Bose QuietComfort SE uses Bluetooth version 5.1, newer Bluetooth version than 83.9% of headphones and equal to 1.6% of headphones.
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

9 m
Bose QuietComfort SE offers a Bluetooth range of 9 m, lower Bluetooth range than 98.7% of headphones and equal to 1.1% of headphones.
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

270 ms
Bose QuietComfort SE has audio latency of 270 ms, higher audio latency than 96.8% of headphones.
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

yes
Bose QuietComfort SE supports multipoint. 35% of headphones support multipoint.
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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

yes
Bose QuietComfort SE supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% 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

yes
Bose QuietComfort SE supports EQ customization. 76.8% 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

yes
Bose QuietComfort SE works with a companion app. 55.7% of headphones support companion apps.
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 SE 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

24 hours
Bose QuietComfort SE offers battery life of 24 hours, lower battery life than 59.1% of headphones and equal to 3.4% of headphones.
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

24 hours
Bose QuietComfort SE offers battery life with ANC of 24 hours, lower battery life with ANC than 65.7% of headphones and equal to 3.6% 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

2.5 hours
Bose QuietComfort SE needs 2.5 hours to charge, higher charging time than 52.4% of headphones and equal to 12.9% 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

yes
Bose QuietComfort SE supports quick charge. 31% 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

750 mAh
Bose QuietComfort SE has a battery capacity of 750 mAh, higher battery capacity than 71.5% of headphones and equal to 2.6% 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

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

240 g
Bose QuietComfort SE weighs 240 g, heavier than 57.6% of headphones and equal to 1.5% 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

3.6
Bose QuietComfort SE has a clamp force of 3.6, lower clamp force than 60.6% of headphones and equal to 7.9% of headphones.
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Bose QuietComfort SE vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Bose QuietComfort SE 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 SE supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • EQ customization
    Bose QuietComfort SE supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
    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

    Bose QuietComfort SE supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Bose QuietComfort SE offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired 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

    Bose QuietComfort SE offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    Bose QuietComfort SE 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 SE offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Bose QuietComfort SE 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 SE includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 3 more microphones
    Bose QuietComfort SE has more microphones than the average headphone (4 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 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

    Bose QuietComfort SE has more microphones than the average headphone (4 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.4 vs 1
  • Wind noise reduction
    Bose QuietComfort SE 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 SE reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Foldable design
    Bose QuietComfort SE 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 SE has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Foldable design
    Bose QuietComfort SE has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Water resistance
    Bose QuietComfort SE is water resistant, the average headphone is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Bose QuietComfort SE supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • USB-C charging
    Bose QuietComfort SE uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Bose QuietComfort SE has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • 25% higher battery capacity
    Bose QuietComfort SE has a higher battery capacity than the average headphone (750 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Bose QuietComfort SE offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Bose QuietComfort SE offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Bose QuietComfort SE includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 3 more microphones
    Bose QuietComfort SE has more microphones than the average headphone (4 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Bose QuietComfort SE reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Sidetone support
    Bose QuietComfort SE supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Quick mic mute
    Bose QuietComfort SE includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
  • EQ customization
    Bose QuietComfort SE supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.

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Overall
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
Features
  • 10.1% higher weight
    Bose QuietComfort SE is heavier than the average headphone (240 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 3 mm tighter earcup width
    Bose QuietComfort SE has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (40 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Bose QuietComfort SE has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Bose QuietComfort SE has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 0.5 hours longer charging time
    Bose QuietComfort SE has a higher charging time than the average headphone (2.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • 6 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Bose QuietComfort SE has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (24 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    Bose QuietComfort SE has a lower battery life than the average headphone (24 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 142.5 ms higher audio latency
    Bose QuietComfort SE has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (270 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
  • 142.5 ms higher audio latency
    Bose QuietComfort SE has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (270 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
    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

    Bose QuietComfort SE has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (270 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.270 ms vs 127.5 ms
  • 0.5 hours longer charging time
    Bose QuietComfort SE has a higher charging time than the average headphone (2.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
    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

    Bose QuietComfort SE has a higher charging time than the average headphone (2.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.2.5 hours vs 2 hours
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Bose QuietComfort SE 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 SE 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
  • 6 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Bose QuietComfort SE has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (24 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 SE has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (24 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.24 hours vs 30 hours
  • 10.1% higher weight
    Bose QuietComfort SE is heavier than the average headphone (240 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 SE is heavier than the average headphone (240 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.240 g vs 218 g
  • 2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Bose QuietComfort SE 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 SE 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
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    Bose QuietComfort SE has a lower battery life than the average headphone (24 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    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

    Bose QuietComfort SE has a lower battery life than the average headphone (24 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.24 hours vs 30 hours
  • 2x more expensive
    Bose QuietComfort SE is more expensive than the average headphone (£180 vs £90).
    Bose QuietComfort SE is more expensive than the average headphone (£180 vs £90).£180 vs £90
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What customers like about Bose QuietComfort SE?

  • World-class active noise cancellation (ANC) effective for travel and office use
  • Extremely comfortable, lightweight design suitable for long-term wear
  • Tactile physical buttons that are more reliable than touch controls
  • Strong multi-point Bluetooth connectivity for switching between devices
  • Rich, warm sound profile with clear vocals and adjustable EQ via the app
  • Fast charging capability (15 minutes of charging for 3 hours of use)

What customers dislike about Bose QuietComfort SE?

  • Subpar microphone call quality that can sound thin or 'muffled'
  • Comes with a soft carrying case which offers less protection than a hard shell
  • Occasional audio stutters or 'pings' when using multi-point pairing
  • High latency on PCs can cause audio/video sync issues
  • No IP rating for water or sweat resistance
  • Lacks advanced features like 'Auto-Pause' (wear detection) found on competitors

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Bose QuietComfort SE Review - Testachats

The Bose QuietComfort SE is a top-quality, circum-aural (over-ear) headphone weighing 235 grams that delivers excellent active noise cancellation (ANC) and high-level structural durability. It features physical control buttons on the device, an integrated microphone, and Bluetooth 5.1 with multipoint connectivity, allowing users to pair up to two devices simultaneously....Read more

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leclaireur.fnac.com
02/03/2024
Bose QuietComfort SE Headphones Lab Test - L'éclaireur Fnac

The Bose QuietComfort SEGo is reviewed as a lighter, more affordable version of the iconic original line that retains all the core essentials without feeling cheap. Tested by Labo Fnac, it received an overall technical score of 3 out of 5 stars. The review highly praises its outstanding acoustic isolation—scoring a 9.1 out of 10—which successfully cuts off external noise for an...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
22/03/2023
Test Casque Bose QuietComfort SE (QCSE) - Les Numériques(clubic.com) | 12 octobre 2022 | Test Bose QuietComfort SE : un excellent casque ANC vendu à u...

Review Overview The Bose QuietComfort Special Edition (QCSE) is a streamlined, more affordable alternative to the Bose QuietComfort 45 (QC45) headphones, earning a 4 out of 5 rating. Launched quietly in late 2022, the QCSE retains the exact same design, high comfort levels, user experience, sound profile, and active noise cancellation capabilities as the QC45. The only physical and...Read more

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tweakers.net
08/12/2023
Bose QuietComfort SE Black - Maurice_1984 - Product reviews

The Bose QuietComfort SE provides exceptional, top-tier active noise cancellation and high-quality sound as a more affordable alternative to the QC45, according to a user review on Tweakers. While initially praised for comfort and audio performance, the reviewer noted that regular usage revealed significant shortcomings. The primary downside highlighted is the poor performance of...Read more

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test-aankoop.be
19/04/2026
Bose QuietComfort SE test and review - Testachats

The Bose QuietComfort SEGo is an over-ear wireless headphone that achieves a "Top Quality" score of 73 out of 100 from Testaankoop, though the model is officially discontinued. Weighing 235 grams, it features an over-ear design that comfortably encompasses the ears but is not recommended for sports use. Its connection toolkit includes Bluetooth 5.1 with multipoint support for...Read more

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consumentenbond.nl
19/04/2026
Bose QuietComfort SE - Test, Reviews & Prices

This review from the Dutch consumer organization, Consumentenbond, covers the Bose QuietComfort SE, an over-ear wireless headphone model that comes packaged with a soft case. The review outlines the basic technical design of the product, highlighting its modern USB-C charging port used to power up the device. Additionally, it notes the inclusion of an integrated microphone, which...Read more

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