
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
$2992018
Pros
- Legendary Bose noise cancellation that set the industry standard
- Extremely comfortable for all-day wear with plush ear cushions
- 20-hour battery life is solid for travel and commuting
- Dedicated Google Assistant button for quick voice commands
- Foldable design and included hard case for portability
Cons
- Bluetooth 4.2 lacks modern codecs like aptX and LDAC
- Micro-USB charging port is outdated — not USB-C
- Sound quality is beaten by newer XM4 and XM5 models
- No multipoint Bluetooth for connecting two devices simultaneously
- Plastic build shows wear over time
Full Specifications
| Spec | Bose QuietComfort 35 II |
|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancelling | |
| Type | over-ear |
| Weight | 235 g |
| Battery | |
| Battery life | 20 hrs (wireless with ANC), 40 hrs (wired with ANC) |
| Charging | Micro-USB, 2.25 hrs for full charge, 15 min = 2.5 hrs playback |
| Drivers | 40mm Bose custom drivers |
| Features | Three levels of ANC (High, Low, Off), Google Assistant built-in (dedicated button), Bose AR (augmented reality) compatible, Volume-optimized EQ, Foldable design with carry case |
| Connectivity | |
| Wired option | |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 with NFC pairing |
| Multipoint | |
| Water Resistance | None |
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