I've tried both and yes they are both great. Sony has the better base and functions. But nothing beats the comfort of the Bose not pressing on your ears. If you're planning to keep it on for multiple hours a day, Bose is the way to go. Do miss the equalizer, but Spotify and such got it built in fortunately (on mobile).
Guy at store: "What headphones you want" Me: "The Sony 1000s" Guy: "The what" Me: (gets out phone) Me: The Sony WH1000XM3s Guy: "What" Me: The Sony WH1000XM3s Guy: Me: Guy: Me: The expensive ones Guy: "Oh"
I’d prefer the Sony’s just because of the configurability. I like having the ability to customise the experience with the tech. Makes it feel like it’s yours
The customisation is only available when you chose the option connectivity over quality, and if you buy the sony you should try to take advantage of sony's ldac bluetooth codec (which let you experience cd quality in bluetooth), instead of some equalizer and minor effects.
For me the comfort of the Bose has meant I can work all day in them with glasses over my ear as well and it’s incredible how good they are. I concur the control over sound in the Sony is better, but I’m not listening to music for the music, but rather as background for working. I’m Bose all the way.
No its so that you can reach for your headphones and take them off and set them down in one fluid movement I grab mine with my thumbs pointing forward then i lift them off of my head and flip them onto the table sounds complicated but i end with the cups pointing away from me and the headband toward me
I just came back from a trip from Japan and I used the Bose qcii's the whole flight pretty much (total of probably 9 hours). Honestly when I was in the store I tried both the Sony and the Bose and while I certainly know Sony has the upper hand with sound quality, I know for a fact I couldn't wear the Sony's for that long. In the end, if you own either of these headphones just be thankful and stop bickering. They are both excellent headphones. There are people out there that use dollar store earbuds you sickos! We are fortunate.
I own the Sonys (I did a side by side comparison and was blown away by the sound quality and functionality). Your point about comfort is well stated, though. I can wear my Sonys for about 5hrs max. You can't go wrong with either (I own Bose Soundsports for the gym and LOVE them as well). When paired with my Note 9 with LDAC support (high definition Bluetooth) and Dolby upscaling (which is mind-blowing), it's clear that we're in the golden age of tech. Lucky bastards we are...
@@randomtakka2032 I used the QC15's for years and just got the Sonys. Bose makes really good headphones overall and the sound quality is excellent, but the Sonys are a lot more customizable and seem to have more bass. I've been comparing my old QC15s to the MK3s and tbh the sound quality isn't that much better in the Sonys, but the NC is much better, and obviously the sonys are new and have bluetooth, my new phone doesn't have a headphone jack :( Though if you want good wired headphones you can find used QC15's for cheap, especially the ones with the bad foams, you can buy the foam for $3 and have a super nice headset for under $40. Downside of that its you need batteries and the NC needs to be on for the headphones to work. The new Bose 700 are good but you need to use the app and the app is garbage. It's like having a ferrari that you can only put E85 into.
your not ripped off. i had xm3 and i returned them and ogt qc35ii. reason. bad functions on some parts of sony like: 1- microphones for call talks are real shit. 2- when it gets a bit cold headphone starts changing music and volum up and down.3- you can stop youtube but cant resume it and you have to do it over youtube app. 4- same thing with music apps. 5 out of 10 would not resume or play next music. to me these were so annoying. so i took it back and got qc35ii and i love it. i know sound quality and noise canceling is slightly better on sony but for sure qc35ii out competes sony for the rest of the features.
I have Bose QC35 abd been listening everything whit them for over a year now. Works perfectly. One thing to say - its awesome to have buttons on headphones (volume etc...) since i live in Finland and we have freezing winters. And touch screen things doesnt like freezing weather and it starts to live its own life. So its really nice to have buttons :)
Love the sound signature of Sony M3's but the most amazing feature for me is the ability to release cabin pressure during flights when reaching high altitudes and when landing, by activating the atmospheric optimizer of the headphone. I used it for a couple of international flights and cabin pressure on my ears hurts no more.It's so great.
@@ivanmoto3848 Yes, I would recommend this because I also listen to rock and pop songs, but I would suggest that you should visit a sony store or a headphone store to try it first and to test it out before you buy.
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I just got the skullcandy venue model and am not impressed with the noise cancelling... What model do you have? My most important thing is the noise cancelling. Thanks.
@@jacquelinekolb434 hi, mine is not a noise cancelling one, it's a mid range Cassette plus Wireless, very limited, very bass heavy I like that, but over time does tend to get uncomfortable
Kinda funny cuz I’m actually buying these for having conversations with my mom lol. That Quick Attention feature is just what I needed because I’m always having to take my current headphones off
Those Sony headphones are honestly amazing. Wonderful sound. The only problem I have is when it’s blowing outside while you use noise cancelling. They recognize the wind as a sound and try to counter it but it just gets worse instead.
I have both so here is like the main points. Bose- more comfortable, looks cleaner imo, Bose feels little better built than the Sony on the hardware side. Sony- slightly better sound quality and noise canceling, more features, Also I haven’t had any call problems with either one. Although I know Sony is better on the audio side, I still use my Bose a lot more, idk why but I just really like the look and feel of the device
@@justinchoijcjc The issue is that the 35 ii are old(ish) and likely to be replaced soon. So do I go for the XM3s knowing that they may be slightly less comfortable for long use, but have USB C and other 'new' features, or go for the QC35 ii knowing that they are probably slightly better for the long plane rides I often do, but could be replaced by a new model in a few months time...? Decisions, decisions!
Mark Reynolds-Corden realistically both are incredible headphones, you’ll be happy with either one. Just decide what’s more important to you. You’re going to have an easier time with Bose, but I personally believe sound quality and noise cancelation is the most important virtue. And also it wouldn’t hurt to wait a little for the next release
Mark RC but with all things considered I feel like the Boses comfort is a bigger benefit than most people think. My ears get really hot a lot quicker on the Sony
justinchoijcjc thanks you! It seems like I’ll be going with the Bose then. I’ve had good experience with them and comfort with only slightly “worse” sound quality is more important to me
I'm still using the same QC25 as I did 3 years ago. Unbelievably happy with them still. I use them A LOT (averaging several hours a day), so the earcups got a bit worn out after 2½ years, but luckily you can just get a new pair to click on. Don't know about the newer models, but the QC25 is 10/10 for me, and I can imagine that the newer models must be even better. Still a big fan of Sony though, so I will definitely take this review into account, should I want a new pair at some point.
Still rocking the QC15 right here, don't want any new headphones. Being able to repair them so easy is the only reason I still have them after all this time.
On Amazon you can buy w Bluetooth dongle that sits flush with the headphone. There is no difference between the 25 and 35 other than the AA batteries and Bluetooth
@@Timgo96 tru, just bought a cheap new cord/pad kit for 20bucks of Amazon a few months ago, still rock them. Might soon upgrade though. With so many choices though, its a bit daunting to decide.
Having owned those you have, and the Sonys and the new QCs, the Sony's are way way way way ahead in every possible way with the exception of comfort where the Bose QCs are just a tad more comfy - especially for sleeping. In any case, you have no idea what you're missing out on man. These are king for a reason. Sony has been wrecking it up since the v1s of these came out.
I would give it to the Sony soundwise but still got the Bose due to pure convenience. The lacking ability to connect two devices at the same time to the Sony headphones was a dealbreaker for me. And i prefer having actual buttons over touch controls. All in all they are both amazing, you can't go wrong with both of these and it comes down to what you prefer.
@@matthewclark4510 Nah man, I have the WH1000XM2'S for a year now and I've tried so many times to notice any difference between SBC and LDAC and there is absolutely no difference. SBC is better because you can use features like Arena Mode
@Matthew Clark That's pure placebo. 99% of people actually can not tell difference between 320 kbps MP3 and lossless. Study after study it's been proven.
@@bryan7300 You actually CAN hear the difference between 320kbps and lossless when the audio is played LOUD enough. Lossless performs better in extreme volume conditions as it does not get distorded like mp3 and is louder too.
Mando Beats is still it’s own company, apple barley has anything to do with what beats does with their headphones. And why tf are you comparing EARBUDS to HEADPHONES?
I have both the Bose Qc35 II and the Sony m3. Other than comfort (they are both equally comfortable), m3 is better in every aspect period. No competition. It has better NC (many labs have tested this and published their results), better battery life, better customization (auto-detect adaptive sound control), better functions (quick attention where you can cover the right ear cup and instant hear outside noise), and more future proofing (usb c connection). At the moment, Bose Qc35 IIs are slightly cheaper by ~$50. But they have been out in the market for a while so if you are thinking of buying one of these, I would say going with the Sony m3s is a safe choice. Yes, they are $50 more expensive but you can be confident that you are getting the very best NC the market offers today.
@Rob Thanks for your comment. Comfort is a subjective matter as it is something that is not objectively measurable. (For example, sound "quality" or how good the music sound is not really measurable unlike the amount of active noise cancelling, which is actually measurable by studying the counter frequencies). So some people will find the Qc 35 IIs more comfortable while others find the m3s more comfortable. For me, they were equally comfortable so my comparisons were based on measurable variables like the amount of NC, battery life, features etc. Hope that made sense.
I have the Sony ones, and generally I’m very happy with them - the only thing is that they’re very interrupted by cold weather (below 0 c - I live in Norway). I e they keep jumping back and forth between songs, and starting and stopping the music. The touch function sometimes get affected by wind as well. I used to have Bose before and they had no problems in cold or harsh weather.
Sony WH1000XM3 is my FIRST Noise Cancellation Headphones! So NOT AN Expert opinion :P -) Noise Cancellation is like using a tight In-Ear headphones But this is more comfortable -) This will block external noise like AC, FAN, Rain etc. Block means not 100% but 80 to 90%! -) If you play music! You will not hear anything from outside world! (As I said an In-Ear headphones do the same but it will be slightly painful) -) A tight In-Ear headphones are not a replacement for Built in Noise Cancellation! I just point it out to the people who never experienced a Noise Cancellation headphones in life. This Noise Cancellation is Another level. You will only believe it when you actually get a chance to use it. NO RUclips reviews will give you the real experience. This Noise Cancellation Headphones is useful WHEN - I watch youtube videos / tutorials - I write code - I brainstorming - I travel - I go to bed and hear some songs before sleep - I need to disconnect from the annoying world! around me :) Battery life is really good. USB-C means one less cable, Fast charging is good!, Touch control is awesome, if you put right hand to right ear cup you can come back to the world you are in. it is a huge plus, when mom are dad call me! all I need to do is put my hand on the right ear cup! Overall this NC Headphone Improved my life! Here is how. - Now I can focus more on my work - Less distraction from external noise (It is not 100% But 99% of the time it is 100%) - I hate travelling because of the the sounds and noise will influence my thoughts, I actually waste my time while travel because of that. yes a good In-Ear earphone can help but this is another level. So now I can actually do my stuff in my own world using this Noise Cancellation Headphones! Value? Yes -- if you have 30K to throw away. And it will not hurt your life in any way. No -- if you need to save money for next 12 Months to get this. Sound Quality? Base is there! If you are looking for that. But the nice thing is Sony's EQ can Adapt! That means anyone can change the Sound Aspects according to there needs from the Application. Out of the box it is perfect for my taste! If someone like less base you can change that through EQ. No product is perfect so in this Model what to improve? - Only once device can be connected at a time. (Minimum 2 devices is required now a days! [eg Laptop and SmartPhone]) - User replaceable ear cup cushions! - Call Quality. This Headphones have an array of microphones but when when we call someone they will hear all Background Noise. I used it for some VOIP calls, It is usable but built in Microphones on your phone will do a much better job. - More and improved NC! Yes why not. There is always room for improvements. ^^ I really don't know what to write as cons.
@@richardhanak1015 No if you are not playing anything and just using noise cancellation. Yes if you play a music at as low as 25 to 40% volume. It will block nose from AC, FN etc and 0% Volume.
Just got one after I was sceptical about Bluetooth sound quality before with all other brands. After testing it with my own phone at the Sony booth I finally jumped the fence and purchased it!! Never been a better time to buy one now. Sound quality is beyond my expectations! Only gripe I wish the charging cable was a bit longer. Go enjoy music the way you like it to sound...nice one Sony!
I was watching the video with the Sonys on. I picked up my set at the Sydney airport on my way back to the States. I was so surprised by the audio quality. I won't travel without them.
Bought the Sony set last night with a big staff discount. Incredible, I was hearing guitar squeaks and grinds on strings in recordings I've listened to my whole life that I didn't know were there. A depth of sound on another level. Thx so much for the comparison @UnboxTherapy.
Personally, I feel like Sony's folding at 4:22 is better for people like me who take their headphones off and rest it on their neck. I currently have a pair of Bose headphones (Bose SoundLink) that fold just like the QCs do in this vid and I have to do the flipping thing whenever I take my headphones off so that the ear pieces can rest flat vs. sticking up and taking up neck space when I want to turn my head left/right. (Hope that makes sense)
Good pickup. I too like to rest them around my neck but my current headphones do not fold in either direction so I have to tilt my head up slightly so they can sit there. its annoying.
Tested both 2017 models, bought the 1000xM2; comes down to extreme comfort (QC) vs excellent comfort with more going on (WH).. If you're looking for something to chill at home with or comfortably is extremely important, QC35 may be best for you. If you're looking for something to travel or commute with, 1000xM3 are more likely what you need (personal experience on London Underground, BART (SF Bay Area public transit) and long flights). Bottom line: 1000xM3 are better for most situations Note: ear pads on 1000xM2 have worn down with time and heavy use (gym, commute, office, home, gaming -- every day for over a year) but noise cancelling is still 70%+ peak performance after a year (haven't been able to find replacements).
Having tried both, I'd say the exact opposite - 1000xM3 are bigger and so more suited to listening at home. QC35 multipoint connection beats the M3s when I need to frequently switch from my iPad (watching movies during flight) and iPhone (making calls and listening to music once on the ground). Switching devices is a real pain with the Sony's.
I have the QC 35 II and the noise cancellation is so good it’s actually pretty dangerous.. Sometimes my friends/parents are yelling maybe 3-5 feet away trying to get my attention and I literally cannot hear a single peep whilst listening to music/watching a video. I’d love to try those Sony headphones out tho.
I went with the Bose because after AB-ing them at BestBuy, the Bose were more comfortable and I was buying them to use on long flights. I have not been disappointed in the comfort (excellent) or noise cancellation. I have never been fatigued by wearing them (longest was 9 hours). However...sound quality goes to the Sonys. The Bose are flat in equalization. The Sonys, had scooped mids for a more bass heavy tone. As far as performance on airline noise...I won't fly without them.
@@talhajawed848 Sennheiser is pretty much the Nikola Tesla of audio. The mastermind behind the science, but outplayed on the market due to a lack of marketing skills.
I have the Bose QC35 II and my bf has the Sony WH1000XM3, so I have also experienced both. Overall, Sony's NC features are definitely superior. However, for the value, I am super happy with my Bose headphones! :) They are still fantastic at noise cancelling. I use them for video editing and the sound quality is awesome. Honestly, when I tried Sony vs. Bose for pure music sound quality (pre-EQ), I couldn't tell the difference. I'd say if you have the money to waste, go for Sony, but if you want to be frugal, Bose is just as stellar.
Tried both of these in my local electronic store, and I ended up with Sony XM3. I really like the punchy bass and better dynamic range of sony, while the sound from bose is really flat. I listen to modern pop music and EDM, hip hop and rap. And my priorities are sound quality and features. I can understand why people will end up choosing bose because of the comfort. Bose has 10/10 comfort but I don’t like the sound. Sony on the other hand has like 8,5 or 9/10 comfortwise, but other than that I think sony surpasses the bose.
What do you mean you don't like the sound on the Bose? Possibly the best all around headphone in the market. Power it up with a DAC and they are like Rolls Royce of headphones with a engine of a Ferrari!
@@SupremeProductionsYT if youre using them wired they are a waste of money. you could get way better headphones for half the price (hifiman he4xx, sennheiser 6xx, yamaha hph etc) the main selling point of both these headphones is convenience and noise cancelling, not sound quality
After watching this video I went and got the sony wh-1000XM3s, and they are incredible. But just as a warning if you live in a colder area like myself. They tend to act up almost immediately after stepping outside in (ex, lowering and raising volume, skipping tracks and disconnecting). And that's a major issue for me being that its normall for temperatures to drop below 20° degrees Celsius.
I don't know, I live in a relatively cold area and I haven't had any issues. Could you perhaps have a faulty device? Try contacting Sony or checking out the warranty policy to see if anything can be done about it.
@@TheTravisng at -20° Celsius mine start to act up after 3 minutes on my break. Since -30° to -40° Celsius is normal here you can forget about using them with bluetooth outside. I've been searching if people were experiencing the same issue and it's a big problem. It's a shame because I love these headphones and I dont want to take them back. I'll replace them but i doubt it will help
Any battery powered electronics don't do good in those temperatures. You are better off getting something wired for the winter (although you won't have noise cancelling)
Hi guys, what a great review! I was in Best Buy this morning and tested the Sony units in the store! I was blown away by the immediate "whisper room" quiet they provided. I could hear nothing and then with the touch to hear function, I could hear people talking at the cash registers clearly! I was so blown away that of course, I came home and did a RUclips Search which brought me here. I did also try the Bose, but even with the max noise cancelling setting, I could still hear reps talking to people just barely while with the Sony I heard zip.. nothing.... like being in a sound booth. SOLD!!!!! Now I'm shopping around for the best price. If anyone is in doubt, the Sony headphones are KING in this category.. just my opinion :)
@@moriyama815 soon probably cause it's been a while since the xm3 has been out and bose just released the 700's and sony has to make some sort of competition for that
I went with the Bose QC35II because I can wear it for many hours watching RUclips, Netflix, etc, with little to no fatigue. Secondly, it has multipoint technology, whereby I can connect both my laptop and smartphone simultaneously. Sony doesn’t have the technology yet, unfortunately.
They do have it, they just didnt put it on the headphones. I can connect my phone and laptop as well as my tablet to my sony srs-xb41 and it works just fine
I have the Bose and bought my wife the Sony. Love them both and have used them for a few months. Must say, I agree with the video-Sony’s are a touch better. Now if I can just find a way to sleep on my side with them😂
I have the both the Bose and Sony. I tend to use my Sony due to the function of it. Like you mentioned, Sony offers much more functions and customization. In a way the Sony allows you to control your headphones opposite to the other way around, if that makes sense.
Tested both these out in the shop and honestly the Sony was like a magic trick. The ability to have ambient sound come through under different conditions is amazing. So is you are on a bus or train it senses that and dials up the noise cancelling and when you come off and start walking it detects you are walking and lets in ambient noise so you are more aware of your surroundings! We bought ours for a trip to Chicago (15 hours on a plane) and am looking forward to cutting all that noise out!
What's up Lew, Re: your comment on why the Sony's fold that way... It's not to lay on the table, but to lay on your neck/chest which has many benefits like covering the speakers from water and for comfort to the user. No plastic hitting/resting on your bones. I own the m2 and love it. I use it with my Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact and they perform amazingly great together. Try it out Lew. Take care.
There actually is a way to pair more than one device to the wh1000xm3s. it's not in the manual but sony put it online. found it after a bit of digging but if you press the power button for approximately 7 seconds, the bluetooth pairing settings will turn on again. not sure what the maximum amount of devices are, but it's definitely more than 2. hope u see this, this set of headphones are the best i've ever had and should be used to its full potential
You miss the point. Bose has 2 chips, each pairing with 2 devices continuously. Any 1 chip device can connect with any number, but the Bose allows 2 seamlessly (and an infinite number if you don't mind the disconnect reconnect sequence).
This was a really tough choice for me, considering that I had always dreamt of being able to purchase the latest Bose QC headphones. I was happily going to purchase them until I heard about the competition and realised that I should check the other options out before buying anything. After watching several RUclips unboxing and review videos, as well as checking out professional online review sites, I was able to finally reach a conclusion. Though the Bose QC35 II have a better Bluetooth pairing feature and a slightly more comfortable design, the Sony WH 1000 XM3 are superb in every other way. I recently purchased them and I have been pleasantly surprised by how much better they are to use in real life. The video reviews don't do these headphones justice, you need to try them out and then you'll see why they're worth it. Bose has met its match in Sony...
I have Sony, my dad has the Bose. Both are equally good. But Bose's bluetooth is awful! Sony's connection is flawless. However Bose is comfier for longer listening. So it's down to comfort or everyday ease of use. (note: I've used my Sony's for a whole 2 week holiday and still haven't had to charge them!)
I'm confused i can walk arround My whole House with My phone left in the Charger without any connection dips and thats through 3 walls too with the Bose and the connection is instant
@@elmeskov8687 the bluetooth is fine i have had no problems so far. I mainly use them for studying without music haha bc they just feel so comfy plus the noise cancelation is great! On the bose i don't know the sony's
@@Mickieshelton I use both with my Note9. You can't go wrong with either. I can't outright choose a winner, unless I was being forced to, in which case, I'd take Sony.
Now, I have to admit a couple of things. Firstly, I havent tried the Bose. And, sedcondly, Im autistic, so my headphones are a work tool. These comments are based around those two. And the one big elephant that wasnt discussed in this video (perhaps it wasnt discovered) but th ee Sony nch can only bepaired with ONE DEVICE and, apparently, its a bugger of a job to pair them with something else. So, if youre flicking between devices (like a phone, a tablet, and a pc or laptop) then maybe the Sony's aren't for you. Or you use them in wired mode, like I do. The 3.5mm to 3.5mm cable means you can have cables in multiple places.) The noise cancelling on the Sony nch is just incredible. I escape the annoyance of the world around me for hours on end. Every little bump and scratch in the office doesn't annoy me and it means I can focus on my work. I am now geting jobs done in 5 hours that would have taken me 8. Or longer. And the music quality. Im not sure that Phil Collins is my speed, but I am now going to download an albumn of his, just to hear the incredible sound quality of my new Wh-1000mx3 nch. I cant wait. When I need to listen to something on my work PC, I just plug in my cord and listen away. The 'hand over the right ear' thing is taking my colleagues some getting used to, but Im explaining the situation and they are getting more comfortable with it. I just need to be able to make my work landline somehow work with it, and I would be in heaven! I have heard the sound quality in the Bose units is still 8.5-9/10, so thatd be good enough for me,
Based on personal preference and your (video) experience, I would go and stick with my QC35. It didn't excite me to try Sony's due to its comprehensiveness, or in my word, complications. It's like Apple vs Samsung. You like user-friendly (from age 10 - 80), go for Apple. If you enjoy customizing and making that small little changes to suit yourself better, go for Samsung - it allows you to. Plug and play - that's what I like. After all, the world is complicated enough and I will most likely not use the app at all to enjoy more functions that make a minimal impact on my lifestyle.
I am quite happy with the Bose; excellent fit, comfortable, clear digital sound and noise canceling. However, not heavy on bass if that's what your looking for with an equalizer capability. Great review and seems your Sony advantage points are accurate!!
I’ve owned two pairs of QC35s and these Sony’s. From my experience the Sony’s sound cancelling is way better than Bose, the batter life is next level as well. The Bluetooth range is also better, the QCs with Google Assistant sacrificed a lot of Bluetooth range. However, the QCs can connect to multiple devices whereas the Sony can’t, and the larger ear cup of the QCs make them more comfortable. My choice is still the Sony’s tho, the better sound quality and battery life are amazing.
I own both headphones. The Sony mx3 are great headphones but they have some problems. The swipe controls arent very accurate and won't recognize your hand movements sometimes or register the wrong movement. And while all the app features seem great at first they are quickly forgotten and not used. They do have better sound quality in general but in my opinion the superior noise cancelation of the bose makes them even overall. If you do get the mx3 I recommend you don't get the gold color. Any scratch at all will show up as black.
I have only played with both so interested in what some with both thinks. My thought was the Bose are a more natural sound which some people like (me) but others will call flat. The Sony's seemed bright, which I know others like.
For real, don't be that rich hipster trying to flex with your headphones. Take the shit off, pause, whatever when dealing with people who really don't want to be putting up with your bullshit
@@SKriLLeX1987 not everyone is a rich hipster with their headphones on sir. lots of people wear these because they have sensory processing disorder in which noise is excruciating pain so keep that in mind next time you call it someone elses bullshit!.
I just got Bose for Christmas, returned them now i got the Sony's so much better. I tested them at best buy and there is no question the Sony was much better.
If you want to use headphones for long periods of time and you want to block just "constant" noise (motors, airplanes, constructions): Go for Bose. If you are going to use it outside on the street or public places full of people for not so long periods of time (resting every 2 or 3 hours): Go for Sony. They block much more than Bose but aren't so confortable.
@@okayge_ yeah I own both, but on that area Sony is not as good as Bose's really deep earcups, specially if you live in a hot area or in summer it can be a little bit uncomfortable because of sweat.
Thanks for the review. I am getting the Bose for my 83 year old mom because of the fact that it has buttons and switches and the Sony for myself and kids.
I bought sony yesterday. Brilliant sound quality. Adaptive noise cancelling is awesome. I would recommend sony. Built quality is excellent. It only filters noise if you are sitting. If you are on a move it can simply filter jet engine sound. Amazing product.
I tried both of these at the store, and the Sony ones are just amazing. The feel over the ears is amazing, the noise cancelling is equally great, sound quality of course is great.
comfort for me is the most important virtue within a headphone, i've had some shitty experience with wearing headphones and most of them would give me headache after wearing it for 30 mins, so to say that I can wear the Bose for more than 2-3+ hours without getting a much fatigue and headache, it's a miracle and a god given gift to me.
Tested Beats 3, Bose 35 II, and Sony Mx3 in store, all same price of $349.99, afterwards went with Sony because of the features and sound Best decision I ever made
I own the Bose Qc35 II and it's the best purchase i've ever made. I don't regret at all and recommend BOSE 500%. Before those i had the QC25 in white- blue color and when that pair started malfunctioning i contacted customer service for repair and had to wait like 2 months to get a replacement but just for the trouble of waiting so long they gave me a brand new pair of headphones.
Spot on. I got both and I prefer Sony's in nearly every regard, except for comfort, in which Bose wins but not by much. Definitely would recommend the Sony over Bose.
@@damianwilliams1130 Intended to have one to leave at work and one to bring with me places. (Plus I always wanted to make the comparison for myself XD) Ended up returning the Bose though, since they were so inferior to the Sony, I would rather just buy another one of the Sony's
@@louisindradjaja2535 Yeah. I easily wear them for 10 hours straight with no comfort concerns. I often even forget they're on. I can imagine being fine going a whole day with them on.
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I just got the Sonys, and let me just say, It feels weird to be walking around and not able to hear your own footsteps. 10/10
3 days later, have they fixed the headband crack problem?
Seriously. I turn on the ambient sound thing when I'm out at night just to be safe.
If you seen the coments and customer images for sony youd see that some of the customers sony headphones broke
@@typohelix5521 that "some" doesn't really help your argument.
I just got the Sony’s and I think they’re 10/10 too
Noise canceling test in a quiet studio...
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Can confirm Sony noise cancelling is amazing
my thoughts exactly !!!!
I bet the studio has its fair share of ambient noise. But I don't know if it does, just like I don't know that it's quiet or not
That make sense!
Friend: “ Hey what are your headphones called?”
Me: inhales..
Katherin Murcia haha this is good
Lol
The ironic downside to buying quality noise cancelling headphones
Sony Wireless Headphones One Thousand Ex Mark Three.
I just call them the Sony m3's
I've tried both and yes they are both great. Sony has the better base and functions. But nothing beats the comfort of the Bose not pressing on your ears. If you're planning to keep it on for multiple hours a day, Bose is the way to go. Do miss the equalizer, but Spotify and such got it built in fortunately (on mobile).
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Sexy Ninja
Why are you on every single video I watch?
Sony REALLY needs to work on their naming convention.
No dude, who dont want to say Sony hdyche7u29ybwicu3, is pretty cool
it’s confusing at first but not difficult to understand, WH (wireless headphone) 1000X (product name) M3 (mark 3)
@@mmcheddar That does make sense, thank you.
Playstation is epic though.
@@mmcheddar I think the problem is that Americans don't know what "mark" means.
My ears and mind are saying yes but my wallet and kidneys are saying no.
Normal human's error
The bose ones are worth it! I love mine
Lost my wallet with the Sony
Lol
😂😆
Guy at store: "What headphones you want"
Me: "The Sony 1000s"
Guy: "The what"
Me: (gets out phone)
Me: The Sony WH1000XM3s
Guy: "What"
Me: The Sony WH1000XM3s
Guy:
Me:
Guy:
Me: The expensive ones
Guy: "Oh"
You typed so much for a weak punch line.
@@michaelpark5681 that's the joke
@@michaelpark5681 it was worth it though
@@alexwhite1624 It was weak.
@@michaelpark5681 it was allright
“Can you hear me”
“No, I can’t hear you”
Lol
Your right I can’t hear you I can see your comment tho
😂😂😂👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
😂😂
So deep
Sony is naming their products literary like Elon Musk naming his kids😂😂
😂😂😂😂
Gold mate 😭😭
No1 like it's at 420
hahahahahahahahahahahahahahaa is it enough hahahahawhahahahahahahahah
I’d prefer the Sony’s just because of the configurability. I like having the ability to customise the experience with the tech. Makes it feel like it’s yours
Well said
SthamerAMVs Coughs apples
Yeah, just like apple does, right
The customisation is only available when you chose the option connectivity over quality, and if you buy the sony you should try to take advantage of sony's ldac bluetooth codec (which let you experience cd quality in bluetooth), instead of some equalizer and minor effects.
SthamerAMVs the reason why I like *Android*
For me the comfort of the Bose has meant I can work all day in them with glasses over my ear as well and it’s incredible how good they are. I concur the control over sound in the Sony is better, but I’m not listening to music for the music, but rather as background for working. I’m Bose all the way.
You had me at glasses 🤓
"I’m not listening to music for the music, but rather as background for working."
YES + glasses
Oomg yessss, it's so hard to find headphone that is comfortable for glasses users. Bose all the way!
The reason for folding them the other way round is hygiene: the pads don't touch the surface they're laying on.
Edoardo Guido yeah and it is more comfortable round the neck
No its so that you can reach for your headphones and take them off and set them down in one fluid movement
I grab mine with my thumbs pointing forward
then i lift them off of my head and flip them onto the table
sounds complicated but i end with the cups pointing away from me and the headband toward me
Strictly Cast RC makes sense
How dirty is *your* house
Agree that always bothered me so I always just leave them around my neck
I just came back from a trip from Japan and I used the Bose qcii's the whole flight pretty much (total of probably 9 hours). Honestly when I was in the store I tried both the Sony and the Bose and while I certainly know Sony has the upper hand with sound quality, I know for a fact I couldn't wear the Sony's for that long. In the end, if you own either of these headphones just be thankful and stop bickering. They are both excellent headphones. There are people out there that use dollar store earbuds you sickos! We are fortunate.
Very well said
Yeah I'm one of those using Walmart headphones.. I aint cashing out $300+ for headphones rn
Great comment ;)
I own the Sonys (I did a side by side comparison and was blown away by the sound quality and functionality). Your point about comfort is well stated, though. I can wear my Sonys for about 5hrs max.
You can't go wrong with either (I own Bose Soundsports for the gym and LOVE them as well). When paired with my Note 9 with LDAC support (high definition Bluetooth) and Dolby upscaling (which is mind-blowing), it's clear that we're in the golden age of tech. Lucky bastards we are...
I wouldn't say it better *claps*
when your wearing the bose while watching this video hoping you didnt get ripped off
why? are bose really that bad?
@@randomtakka2032 I used the QC15's for years and just got the Sonys. Bose makes really good headphones overall and the sound quality is excellent, but the Sonys are a lot more customizable and seem to have more bass. I've been comparing my old QC15s to the MK3s and tbh the sound quality isn't that much better in the Sonys, but the NC is much better, and obviously the sonys are new and have bluetooth, my new phone doesn't have a headphone jack :(
Though if you want good wired headphones you can find used QC15's for cheap, especially the ones with the bad foams, you can buy the foam for $3 and have a super nice headset for under $40. Downside of that its you need batteries and the NC needs to be on for the headphones to work.
The new Bose 700 are good but you need to use the app and the app is garbage. It's like having a ferrari that you can only put E85 into.
your not ripped off. i had xm3 and i returned them and ogt qc35ii. reason. bad functions on some parts of sony like: 1- microphones for call talks are real shit. 2- when it gets a bit cold headphone starts changing music and volum up and down.3- you can stop youtube but cant resume it and you have to do it over youtube app. 4- same thing with music apps. 5 out of 10 would not resume or play next music. to me these were so annoying. so i took it back and got qc35ii and i love it. i know sound quality and noise canceling is slightly better on sony but for sure qc35ii out competes sony for the rest of the features.
@@vahidnajafzadeh4137 The sound quality is good? Then there is an audio delay with the ps4?
I have the QC25s and the noise cancelling is amazing.
I have Bose QC35 abd been listening everything whit them for over a year now. Works perfectly. One thing to say - its awesome to have buttons on headphones (volume etc...) since i live in Finland and we have freezing winters. And touch screen things doesnt like freezing weather and it starts to live its own life. So its really nice to have buttons :)
Love the sound signature of Sony M3's but the most amazing feature for me is the ability to release cabin pressure during flights when reaching high altitudes and when landing, by activating the atmospheric optimizer of the headphone. I used it for a couple of international flights and cabin pressure on my ears hurts no more.It's so great.
please I listen a lot of rock music would you recommend this headphones
@@ivanmoto3848 Yes, I would recommend this because I also listen to rock and pop songs, but I would suggest that you should visit a sony store or a headphone store to try it first and to test it out before you buy.
The Sony's fold that way so they can lay flat while around your neck.
Thank you!
which is amazing.
That gonna be more useful versus the others..
Yeh it fits way better on ur neck flat
That position is choking me right now 😂😂
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Compilation Hub Same to you !!!
Lew: Talks about Two 300$+ headphones
Me: Whimpers in Skullcandy
Same i have a broken skullcandy riff wireless but the two drivers are okay
I just got the skullcandy venue model and am not impressed with the noise cancelling... What model do you have? My most important thing is the noise cancelling. Thanks.
@@jacquelinekolb434 hi, mine is not a noise cancelling one, it's a mid range Cassette plus Wireless, very limited, very bass heavy I like that, but over time does tend to get uncomfortable
now those 2 are under $300
Don't be upset, I'm sure you'll have them one day.
I bought the Sony's and treat them like a newborn baby 🤣
Dale Howarth Same haha
Dale Howarth how is it going bro? Is it good?
So your pampering them a lot and wake up in the middle of the night, cause they’re screaming?
Dale Howarth same😂
Same here. Lol
BEATS STUDIO 3 HAVE LEFT THE CHAT.........
hahahaha!!
Only thing studios does better compared to these two amazing pairs is look. Hopefully both headphones can adopt that
Indian.techsupport yes the studios look amazing compared to the Sony’s and Bose
they are hot trash
I went to comparison shop on these yesterday and then beats were not even on my radar.
Public: Why is it named that. Ceo of sony: Sighs when he dropped his keyboard and pressed enter
Damn I need these to be like $20 so I can afford them
Honestly 👏🏼😎
you're ears will forgive you they are soooo good!!
That's why them tax returns comes in handy. Lol I've own the Sony's. Best investments ever. I rarher have Bose for home entertainment systems.
Shoplifting is the answer.
@@beanut.putter what store do you shop at with $450 headphones just laying around?
I like how in every review, no one ever mentions the multi device connectivity of the Bose vs the singular connection of Sony.
Go on, I'm listening.
Wait so it isn't the other way around?
This is a big deal to me. I ended up with the Bose and having it connected to my iPhone and iPad at he same time is awesome.
Roy Beauchamp my thoughts exactly
I've got the Sony's and it's so frustrating having to manually disconnect and reconnect when i want to switch audio source. Definitely a negative
My Sony XM3 are my mom’s worst nightmare because I never hear anything she says. She regrets buying them for me. 😂
just put the NC into "Voice" mode or cover the right side with your palm temporarily
I have the XM2 bought it last year and my mom hate it because I can’t hear her she shouts my name 😂😂
Lol
Same
Kinda funny cuz I’m actually buying these for having conversations with my mom lol. That Quick Attention feature is just what I needed because I’m always having to take my current headphones off
Those Sony headphones are honestly amazing. Wonderful sound. The only problem I have is when it’s blowing outside while you use noise cancelling. They recognize the wind as a sound and try to counter it but it just gets worse instead.
Figuring out which one is better by reading comments only makes things worse, seems to be 50/50 which one is better from each persons perspective :/
I have both so here is like the main points.
Bose- more comfortable, looks cleaner imo, Bose feels little better built than the Sony on the hardware side.
Sony- slightly better sound quality and noise canceling, more features,
Also I haven’t had any call problems with either one.
Although I know Sony is better on the audio side, I still use my Bose a lot more, idk why but I just really like the look and feel of the device
@@justinchoijcjc The issue is that the 35 ii are old(ish) and likely to be replaced soon. So do I go for the XM3s knowing that they may be slightly less comfortable for long use, but have USB C and other 'new' features, or go for the QC35 ii knowing that they are probably slightly better for the long plane rides I often do, but could be replaced by a new model in a few months time...? Decisions, decisions!
Mark Reynolds-Corden realistically both are incredible headphones, you’ll be happy with either one. Just decide what’s more important to you. You’re going to have an easier time with Bose, but I personally believe sound quality and noise cancelation is the most important virtue. And also it wouldn’t hurt to wait a little for the next release
Mark RC but with all things considered I feel like the Boses comfort is a bigger benefit than most people think. My ears get really hot a lot quicker on the Sony
justinchoijcjc thanks you! It seems like I’ll be going with the Bose then. I’ve had good experience with them and comfort with only slightly “worse” sound quality is more important to me
I'm still using the same QC25 as I did 3 years ago. Unbelievably happy with them still. I use them A LOT (averaging several hours a day), so the earcups got a bit worn out after 2½ years, but luckily you can just get a new pair to click on. Don't know about the newer models, but the QC25 is 10/10 for me, and I can imagine that the newer models must be even better.
Still a big fan of Sony though, so I will definitely take this review into account, should I want a new pair at some point.
Watched with my Bose QC ii
Still rocking the QC15 right here, don't want any new headphones. Being able to repair them so easy is the only reason I still have them after all this time.
On Amazon you can buy w Bluetooth dongle that sits flush with the headphone. There is no difference between the 25 and 35 other than the AA batteries and Bluetooth
@@Timgo96 tru, just bought a cheap new cord/pad kit for 20bucks of Amazon a few months ago, still rock them. Might soon upgrade though. With so many choices though, its a bit daunting to decide.
Having owned those you have, and the Sonys and the new QCs, the Sony's are way way way way ahead in every possible way with the exception of comfort where the Bose QCs are just a tad more comfy - especially for sleeping.
In any case, you have no idea what you're missing out on man. These are king for a reason. Sony has been wrecking it up since the v1s of these came out.
Air pods fans left the chat.
Anmol Kamoji completely different market dude
Lol😂😂😂😂😂
Yeah dude don’t even compare them if you know about earbuds and headphones then you would know that airpods can’t even compete
Air pods? Headphones for ants?
Airpods can't compete with anything until they fix them falling out of your ears from turning your head lol
I would give it to the Sony soundwise but still got the Bose due to pure convenience. The lacking ability to connect two devices at the same time to the Sony headphones was a dealbreaker for me. And i prefer having actual buttons over touch controls. All in all they are both amazing, you can't go wrong with both of these and it comes down to what you prefer.
Don't forget: Sony uses LDAC. Freaking prime quality
Most people can't tell the difference between aptX and LDAC or let alone SBC at 320 kbps.
Bryan U I can Lmfaoooo 👏🏽 gotta train them ears 👂
@@matthewclark4510 Nah man, I have the WH1000XM2'S for a year now and I've tried so many times to notice any difference between SBC and LDAC and there is absolutely no difference. SBC is better because you can use features like Arena Mode
@Matthew Clark That's pure placebo. 99% of people actually can not tell difference between 320 kbps MP3 and lossless. Study after study it's been proven.
@@bryan7300 You actually CAN hear the difference between 320kbps and lossless when the audio is played LOUD enough. Lossless performs better in extreme volume conditions as it does not get distorded like mp3 and is louder too.
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diego jwz thank you
Apple doesn’t have any headphones
@@kevynbasilio1406 They have Airpods, and Apple owns Beats as well but they don't compare to Bose or Sony
Mando Beats is still it’s own company, apple barley has anything to do with what beats does with their headphones. And why tf are you comparing EARBUDS to HEADPHONES?
6:35
"The configurability .. is extreme"
Nice
G FCC.
I read this exactly when he said it 8)
I own Sony, and i satisfy after 1 year, the quality is consistent.
Is the leather showing any wear and tare?
just ordered these. Thank you!
@@sulaimansharif7 still the same as the first time i purchased, although i use it almost everynite.
One question that hasn't been answered in most of the videos I have seen... how is the mic quality?
trying to read this gave me a stroke
I have both the Bose Qc35 II and the Sony m3. Other than comfort (they are both equally comfortable), m3 is better in every aspect period. No competition. It has better NC (many labs have tested this and published their results), better battery life, better customization (auto-detect adaptive sound control), better functions (quick attention where you can cover the right ear cup and instant hear outside noise), and more future proofing (usb c connection).
At the moment, Bose Qc35 IIs are slightly cheaper by ~$50. But they have been out in the market for a while so if you are thinking of buying one of these, I would say going with the Sony m3s is a safe choice. Yes, they are $50 more expensive but you can be confident that you are getting the very best NC the market offers today.
Depends on where you live, the Sony's here are way cheaper compared to Bose's.
Thou I agree on your view.
is the sony headphones over ear like bose qc 35?
Yes- the 1000x series (mark 1/2/3) are over-ear headphones
Not equal on comfort, period.
@Rob Thanks for your comment. Comfort is a subjective matter as it is something that is not objectively measurable. (For example, sound "quality" or how good the music sound is not really measurable unlike the amount of active noise cancelling, which is actually measurable by studying the counter frequencies).
So some people will find the Qc 35 IIs more comfortable while others find the m3s more comfortable. For me, they were equally comfortable so my comparisons were based on measurable variables like the amount of NC, battery life, features etc. Hope that made sense.
Just got my sony's in today and i'm soundgasming
Did they last?
Did you try that 10 minute thing?
A S M R . . .
Rodan Mate what ?
Where you charge it for 10 minutes and it has 60%
Bought the JBL’s... took em back.
Bought the Bose... took em back.
Bought the Sony... They on my head.
Nicholas Arguijo same bro
Nicholas Arguijo bring m back save up and get akg n90q
You're the type of client that I'd lovingly like to slap in the face.
I have had 2 jbl's. Battery dies freaking fast and half the time bluetooth doesnt even work. Never buying it again
Same here
I have the Sony ones, and generally I’m very happy with them - the only thing is that they’re very interrupted by cold weather (below 0 c - I live in Norway). I e they keep jumping back and forth between songs, and starting and stopping the music. The touch function sometimes get affected by wind as well. I used to have Bose before and they had no problems in cold or harsh weather.
Tusen takk for dette! Prøver a avgjøre om jeg skal kjøpe bose på nytt eller prøve Sony. Men å kunne bruke dem hele året er viktig!
Sony WH1000XM3 is my FIRST Noise Cancellation Headphones! So NOT AN Expert opinion :P
-) Noise Cancellation is like using a tight In-Ear headphones But this is more comfortable
-) This will block external noise like AC, FAN, Rain etc. Block means not 100% but 80 to 90%!
-) If you play music! You will not hear anything from outside world! (As I said an In-Ear headphones do the same but it will be slightly painful)
-) A tight In-Ear headphones are not a replacement for Built in Noise Cancellation! I just point it out to the people who never experienced a Noise Cancellation headphones in life. This Noise Cancellation is Another level. You will only believe it when you actually get a chance to use it. NO RUclips reviews will give you the real experience.
This Noise Cancellation Headphones is useful WHEN
- I watch youtube videos / tutorials
- I write code
- I brainstorming
- I travel
- I go to bed and hear some songs before sleep
- I need to disconnect from the annoying world! around me :)
Battery life is really good. USB-C means one less cable, Fast charging is good!, Touch control is awesome, if you put right hand to right ear cup you can come back to the world you are in. it is a huge plus, when mom are dad call me! all I need to do is put my hand on the right ear cup!
Overall this NC Headphone Improved my life! Here is how.
- Now I can focus more on my work
- Less distraction from external noise (It is not 100% But 99% of the time it is 100%)
- I hate travelling because of the the sounds and noise will influence my thoughts, I actually waste my time while travel because of that. yes a good In-Ear earphone can help but this is another level. So now I can actually do my stuff in my own world using this Noise Cancellation Headphones!
Value?
Yes -- if you have 30K to throw away. And it will not hurt your life in any way.
No -- if you need to save money for next 12 Months to get this.
Sound Quality?
Base is there! If you are looking for that.
But the nice thing is Sony's EQ can Adapt! That means anyone can change the Sound Aspects according to there needs from the Application. Out of the box it is perfect for my taste!
If someone like less base you can change that through EQ.
No product is perfect so in this Model what to improve?
- Only once device can be connected at a time. (Minimum 2 devices is required now a days! [eg Laptop and SmartPhone])
- User replaceable ear cup cushions!
- Call Quality. This Headphones have an array of microphones but when when we call someone they will hear all Background Noise. I used it for some VOIP calls, It is usable but built in Microphones on your phone will do a much better job.
- More and improved NC! Yes why not. There is always room for improvements.
^^ I really don't know what to write as cons.
TechKerala does it block external loud music?
@@richardhanak1015 No if you are not playing anything and just using noise cancellation. Yes if you play a music at as low as 25 to 40% volume. It will block nose from AC, FN etc and 0% Volume.
TechKerala thanks for your answer. It was really helpful
how much time do you waste to write this much long comment 😕
Just got one after I was sceptical about Bluetooth sound quality before with all other brands. After testing it with my own phone at the Sony booth I finally jumped the fence and purchased it!! Never been a better time to buy one now. Sound quality is beyond my expectations! Only gripe I wish the charging cable was a bit longer. Go enjoy music the way you like it to sound...nice one Sony!
I was watching the video with the Sonys on. I picked up my set at the Sydney airport on my way back to the States. I was so surprised by the audio quality. I won't travel without them.
I love the Sony because the sound is so freaking nice. But Sony has one weakness and that is the advantage of Bose which is comfortness.
"Comfortness" isn't a word. Just use "comfort."
I think you’re referring to the older models. These the mk3 and they specifically made changes for comfort. The changes worked too - mine are great
@@paradroid888 Yup I have the Mark 2 I love the voice but it does not feel so comfortable.
the Sony's are a little heavy and I don't like that my ears touch the inside of the ear cups. Other than that they are great.
The new Sony versions are way comfier than the old pair
Bought the Sony set last night with a big staff discount. Incredible, I was hearing guitar squeaks and grinds on strings in recordings I've listened to my whole life that I didn't know were there. A depth of sound on another level. Thx so much for the comparison @UnboxTherapy.
Personally, I feel like Sony's folding at 4:22 is better for people like me who take their headphones off and rest it on their neck. I currently have a pair of Bose headphones (Bose SoundLink) that fold just like the QCs do in this vid and I have to do the flipping thing whenever I take my headphones off so that the ear pieces can rest flat vs. sticking up and taking up neck space when I want to turn my head left/right. (Hope that makes sense)
It’s really annoying that the cups can’t turn the opposite way.
..and if you accidently put them down on a sticky surface you are going to get shit on your ears with the Bose...
exactly...i know how that feels!
Good pickup. I too like to rest them around my neck but my current headphones do not fold in either direction so I have to tilt my head up slightly so they can sit there. its annoying.
That's the same issue I have with my B&W PX. They should really rotate the opposite way.
Tested both 2017 models, bought the 1000xM2; comes down to extreme comfort (QC) vs excellent comfort with more going on (WH)..
If you're looking for something to chill at home with or comfortably is extremely important, QC35 may be best for you.
If you're looking for something to travel or commute with, 1000xM3 are more likely what you need (personal experience on London Underground, BART (SF Bay Area public transit) and long flights).
Bottom line: 1000xM3 are better for most situations
Note: ear pads on 1000xM2 have worn down with time and heavy use (gym, commute, office, home, gaming -- every day for over a year) but noise cancelling is still 70%+ peak performance after a year (haven't been able to find replacements).
It's still difficult to pick one over the other. But overall, yes, I'd take the M3's. By inches, however, if not centimeters.
m2 ear cups make my hear so hurt, but the sound quality is great
XM3 are so, so, so much more comfortable than M2
Bose QC35 also wear out, a friend have one and his cups are slightly worn out
Having tried both, I'd say the exact opposite - 1000xM3 are bigger and so more suited to listening at home. QC35 multipoint connection beats the M3s when I need to frequently switch from my iPad (watching movies during flight) and iPhone (making calls and listening to music once on the ground). Switching devices is a real pain with the Sony's.
I have the QC 35 II and the noise cancellation is so good it’s actually pretty dangerous.. Sometimes my friends/parents are yelling maybe 3-5 feet away trying to get my attention and I literally cannot hear a single peep whilst listening to music/watching a video. I’d love to try those Sony headphones out tho.
What firmware are you on?
Sony does it better but I still prefer Bose due to its extreme comfort and deecent sound quality.
@@Clarity520 the sound quality is complete shit tbh
@@stellar3327 nope they are not. They arent as good as sony's but definitely not bad either. A lotta peopld arent just interested in bass
Same issue here but I love my Bose headphones all the same
Just bought the Sony’s today and holy shit their good! The noise cancelling is amazing!
L4Chl4N they fucking gave me a headache idk why. Might return em
Cam 1 yeah it takes a bit of getting used for some people, try depressurizing your ears as if you were on a plane or adjusting on the app
they're.
What about the sound quality? I mean the bass
Abubakar Javed ꪜ if bass means sound quality to you I fell sorry for you.
I went with the Bose because after AB-ing them at BestBuy, the Bose were more comfortable and I was buying them to use on long flights. I have not been disappointed in the comfort (excellent) or noise cancellation. I have never been fatigued by wearing them (longest was 9 hours). However...sound quality goes to the Sonys. The Bose are flat in equalization. The Sonys, had scooped mids for a more bass heavy tone. As far as performance on airline noise...I won't fly without them.
Bose: We stay undefeated
Sony: Hold my quality
JbL: Hold my price
Akg: Am I a joke to you
Lol you’re right. Bose will never be beat. And jbls are pretty spendy.
SAMSUNG: shut up akg
where is sennheiser..
@@Blake.Seifert09 only fanboy's are here? For EVERY bose product you pay 70% of the product price for the brand "Bose"... 🤦♂️😒🙄
@@talhajawed848 Sennheiser is pretty much the Nikola Tesla of audio. The mastermind behind the science, but outplayed on the market due to a lack of marketing skills.
I have the Bose QC25 and I love them! I won't need new headphones for quite a while but seeing this video makes me excited for the future!
Same!
Bose are better😌
Braedon Morrissey not really
@@kevynbasilio1406 it's an opinion m8😁 question tho. What do u prefer?🤔 just curious not judging.
I have the Bose QC35 II and my bf has the Sony WH1000XM3, so I have also experienced both. Overall, Sony's NC features are definitely superior. However, for the value, I am super happy with my Bose headphones! :) They are still fantastic at noise cancelling. I use them for video editing and the sound quality is awesome. Honestly, when I tried Sony vs. Bose for pure music sound quality (pre-EQ), I couldn't tell the difference.
I'd say if you have the money to waste, go for Sony, but if you want to be frugal, Bose is just as stellar.
which is more comfortable?
Tried both of these in my local electronic store, and I ended up with Sony XM3. I really like the punchy bass and better dynamic range of sony, while the sound from bose is really flat. I listen to modern pop music and EDM, hip hop and rap. And my priorities are sound quality and features. I can understand why people will end up choosing bose because of the comfort. Bose has 10/10 comfort but I don’t like the sound. Sony on the other hand has like 8,5 or 9/10 comfortwise, but other than that I think sony surpasses the bose.
@@LTV249 weak bait
What do you mean you don't like the sound on the Bose? Possibly the best all around headphone in the market. Power it up with a DAC and they are like Rolls Royce of headphones with a engine of a Ferrari!
@@SupremeProductionsYT if youre using them wired they are a waste of money. you could get way better headphones for half the price (hifiman he4xx, sennheiser 6xx, yamaha hph etc)
the main selling point of both these headphones is convenience and noise cancelling, not sound quality
"Sony on the other hand has like 8,5 or 9/10 comfortwise" WTF you freak just pick ONE number LOL!
Perhaps a pair of BEATS ?
After watching this video I went and got the sony wh-1000XM3s, and they are incredible. But just as a warning if you live in a colder area like myself. They tend to act up almost immediately after stepping outside in (ex, lowering and raising volume, skipping tracks and disconnecting). And that's a major issue for me being that its normall for temperatures to drop below 20° degrees Celsius.
I don't know, I live in a relatively cold area and I haven't had any issues. Could you perhaps have a faulty device? Try contacting Sony or checking out the warranty policy to see if anything can be done about it.
@@TheTravisng at -20° Celsius mine start to act up after 3 minutes on my break. Since -30° to -40° Celsius is normal here you can forget about using them with bluetooth outside. I've been searching if people were experiencing the same issue and it's a big problem. It's a shame because I love these headphones and I dont want to take them back. I'll replace them but i doubt it will help
Any battery powered electronics don't do good in those temperatures. You are better off getting something wired for the winter (although you won't have noise cancelling)
It's just condensation on the touchpad. You can usually wipe it off unless it's happening inside the headphones
Damn that's too cold for homo-sapiens in my opinion
Agreed. I own a pair of the WH-1000XM3 and they are the BEST pair of headphones I have ever owned.
Hey
...how is it working in playing pubg in mobile ??
Ive heard people complaining about not comfortable after a while, hbu
justddddddd I mean if you wear them for like 4 hours straight then you might need to take em off for a sec but nah they’re super comfortable
Hi guys, what a great review! I was in Best Buy this morning and tested the Sony units in the store! I was blown away by the immediate "whisper room" quiet they provided. I could hear nothing and then with the touch to hear function, I could hear people talking at the cash registers clearly! I was so blown away that of course, I came home and did a RUclips Search which brought me here. I did also try the Bose, but even with the max noise cancelling setting, I could still hear reps talking to people just barely while with the Sony I heard zip.. nothing.... like being in a sound booth. SOLD!!!!! Now I'm shopping around for the best price. If anyone is in doubt, the Sony headphones are KING in this category.. just my opinion :)
Pretty solid deal on Amazon for 258 ordered myself a pair today
I wouldn't buy em yet, there is a new version of the Sony's coming out soon
@@anishnattamai8801 oh really ?
@@anishnattamai8801 when?
@@moriyama815 soon probably cause it's been a while since the xm3 has been out and bose just released the 700's and sony has to make some sort of competition for that
I went with the Bose QC35II because I can wear it for many hours watching RUclips, Netflix, etc, with little to no fatigue. Secondly, it has multipoint technology, whereby I can connect both my laptop and smartphone simultaneously. Sony doesn’t have the technology yet, unfortunately.
They do have it, they just didnt put it on the headphones. I can connect my phone and laptop as well as my tablet to my sony srs-xb41 and it works just fine
That clap at start make me think it's a meme review
A wild 9 year old has appeared! 👏👏
Darshan Raj used T-series (its super effective)
lew= pew news?
@Anthony give us some time we're still 9.
I have the Bose and bought my wife the Sony. Love them both and have used them for a few months. Must say, I agree with the video-Sony’s are a touch better. Now if I can just find a way to sleep on my side with them😂
Kevin Pinder memory foam pillow and a cut a hole in it haha
Austin
Yes me too i want some kind of pillow
How loud do the sony get?? I like loud music :D
Please confirm which is having good bass
I have the both the Bose and Sony. I tend to use my Sony due to the function of it. Like you mentioned, Sony offers much more functions and customization. In a way the Sony allows you to control your headphones opposite to the other way around, if that makes sense.
Just got the Sony wh-1000xm3 for Christmas 😊
Chandave B me too lol
Nice man, I couldn't wait that long, had to get them as soon as I could.
Just got bose for christmas!😊
Same
same here
I’ve had the option to test both and greatly prefer the Sony headphones.
Let's be honest, any of these will blow your mind ! Reaching this price range, you're good to go either way.
Miss this setup and table. It was a much cleaner, clearer experience than the whole warehouse behind you.
Tested both these out in the shop and honestly the Sony was like a magic trick. The ability to have ambient sound come through under different conditions is amazing. So is you are on a bus or train it senses that and dials up the noise cancelling and when you come off and start walking it detects you are walking and lets in ambient noise so you are more aware of your surroundings! We bought ours for a trip to Chicago (15 hours on a plane) and am looking forward to cutting all that noise out!
What's up Lew, Re: your comment on why the Sony's fold that way... It's not to lay on the table, but to lay on your neck/chest which has many benefits like covering the speakers from water and for comfort to the user. No plastic hitting/resting on your bones. I own the m2 and love it. I use it with my Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact and they perform amazingly great together. Try it out Lew. Take care.
There actually is a way to pair more than one device to the wh1000xm3s. it's not in the manual but sony put it online. found it after a bit of digging but if you press the power button for approximately 7 seconds, the bluetooth pairing settings will turn on again. not sure what the maximum amount of devices are, but it's definitely more than 2. hope u see this, this set of headphones are the best i've ever had and should be used to its full potential
Lean2 Daleft need to know more about this..
Thanks
The bose ones also have that option
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You miss the point. Bose has 2 chips, each pairing with 2 devices continuously. Any 1 chip device can connect with any number, but the Bose allows 2 seamlessly (and an infinite number if you don't mind the disconnect reconnect sequence).
This was a really tough choice for me, considering that I had always dreamt of being able to purchase the latest Bose QC headphones. I was happily going to purchase them until I heard about the competition and realised that I should check the other options out before buying anything.
After watching several RUclips unboxing and review videos, as well as checking out professional online review sites, I was able to finally reach a conclusion.
Though the Bose QC35 II have a better Bluetooth pairing feature and a slightly more comfortable design, the Sony WH 1000 XM3 are superb in every other way.
I recently purchased them and I have been pleasantly surprised by how much better they are to use in real life. The video reviews don't do these headphones justice, you need to try them out and then you'll see why they're worth it.
Bose has met its match in Sony...
Would you say the Noise cancelation is better in the Bose than the Sony?
I have Sony, my dad has the Bose. Both are equally good. But Bose's bluetooth is awful! Sony's connection is flawless. However Bose is comfier for longer listening. So it's down to comfort or everyday ease of use. (note: I've used my Sony's for a whole 2 week holiday and still haven't had to charge them!)
Bose connect to the Note 9 as soon as you hit the switch..you must have a old phone
I'm confused i can walk arround My whole House with My phone left in the Charger without any connection dips and thats through 3 walls too with the Bose and the connection is instant
@@elmeskov8687 the bluetooth is fine i have had no problems so far. I mainly use them for studying without music haha bc they just feel so comfy plus the noise cancelation is great! On the bose i don't know the sony's
@@Mickieshelton I use both with my Note9. You can't go wrong with either. I can't outright choose a winner, unless I was being forced to, in which case, I'd take Sony.
What about the mic when on the phone?
Now, I have to admit a couple of things.
Firstly, I havent tried the Bose.
And, sedcondly, Im autistic, so my headphones are a work tool.
These comments are based around those two.
And the one big elephant that wasnt discussed in this video (perhaps it wasnt discovered) but th ee Sony nch can only bepaired with ONE DEVICE and, apparently, its a bugger of a job to pair them with something else. So, if youre flicking between devices (like a phone, a tablet, and a pc or laptop) then maybe the Sony's aren't for you. Or you use them in wired mode, like I do. The 3.5mm to 3.5mm cable means you can have cables in multiple places.)
The noise cancelling on the Sony nch is just incredible. I escape the annoyance of the world around me for hours on end. Every little bump and scratch in the office doesn't annoy me and it means I can focus on my work. I am now geting jobs done in 5 hours that would have taken me 8. Or longer.
And the music quality. Im not sure that Phil Collins is my speed, but I am now going to download an albumn of his, just to hear the incredible sound quality of my new Wh-1000mx3 nch. I cant wait.
When I need to listen to something on my work PC, I just plug in my cord and listen away.
The 'hand over the right ear' thing is taking my colleagues some getting used to, but Im explaining the situation and they are getting more comfortable with it. I just need to be able to make my work landline somehow work with it, and I would be in heaven!
I have heard the sound quality in the Bose units is still 8.5-9/10, so thatd be good enough for me,
@Peterson Bradslet me summarise for your limited attention span then : Sony headphones: fucking amazing.
Sound quality is more like a 5/10. Perhaps you haven't used headphones that are truly a 9/10?
Peter Middo ha, ha awesome comeback!
@Peterson Brads 🤦♂️🙄😒dumb guy🖕
Im on the spectrum too. Thought I was the only one using noise canceling technology to help me.
Based on personal preference and your (video) experience, I would go and stick with my QC35. It didn't excite me to try Sony's due to its comprehensiveness, or in my word, complications. It's like Apple vs Samsung. You like user-friendly (from age 10 - 80), go for Apple. If you enjoy customizing and making that small little changes to suit yourself better, go for Samsung - it allows you to.
Plug and play - that's what I like. After all, the world is complicated enough and I will most likely not use the app at all to enjoy more functions that make a minimal impact on my lifestyle.
if your headphone too good, you dont need to write this =))
I am quite happy with the Bose; excellent fit, comfortable, clear digital sound and noise canceling. However, not heavy on bass if that's what your looking for with an equalizer capability. Great review and seems your Sony advantage points are accurate!!
It's the brand not the headphones u like😂😂😂
I’ve owned two pairs of QC35s and these Sony’s. From my experience the Sony’s sound cancelling is way better than Bose, the batter life is next level as well. The Bluetooth range is also better, the QCs with Google Assistant sacrificed a lot of Bluetooth range. However, the QCs can connect to multiple devices whereas the Sony can’t, and the larger ear cup of the QCs make them more comfortable. My choice is still the Sony’s tho, the better sound quality and battery life are amazing.
I own both headphones. The Sony mx3 are great headphones but they have some problems. The swipe controls arent very accurate and won't recognize your hand movements sometimes or register the wrong movement. And while all the app features seem great at first they are quickly forgotten and not used. They do have better sound quality in general but in my opinion the superior noise cancelation of the bose makes them even overall.
If you do get the mx3 I recommend you don't get the gold color. Any scratch at all will show up as black.
I have only played with both so interested in what some with both thinks. My thought was the Bose are a more natural sound which some people like (me) but others will call flat. The Sony's seemed bright, which I know others like.
7:48 I knew he's amazed by the sound quality...
BBQ sauce on his lip says it all
I like the Sony's design better. By the way who is watching this in 2020?
Joyce Quansah hahah, I am
Watching now 😅 March 9 2020
Me lol.
Watching October 13th 2020
@@bleachboy8380 for prime day im guessing
Oh my god...... he took his hat off. THE END IS NEAR
Finally....
There's no sunlight or bad weather indoors, hat not required, really. Old days gentlemen removes their hat when entering a house, or a building.
Fuck u
@@sawadeekarb lmao bruh, those days of M'lady are long gone. this is a hipster RUclipsr, he's not trying to be a fucking gentleman
Finally a non smartphone video
Rafat Shareef bose
I have the Sony and it's absolutly awesome
So good hey. Bought the black one first release. If only you could pair to multiple devices and switch over easily without disconnecting.
Do you know what you do at Starbucks when ordering a coffee? You take your damn headphones off for a minute!
No, you hold your hand over the earcup for one minute.
For real, don't be that rich hipster trying to flex with your headphones. Take the shit off, pause, whatever when dealing with people who really don't want to be putting up with your bullshit
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@@SKriLLeX1987 Exactly. I just take them off, most people don't even know you're holding your hand up for the pass through and it looks weird as fuck.
@@SKriLLeX1987 not everyone is a rich hipster with their headphones on sir. lots of people wear these because they have sensory processing disorder in which noise is excruciating pain so keep that in mind next time you call it someone elses bullshit!.
Have been using Sony WH1000XM3 for last 3 months and they are phenomenal!!
I know! Sony all the way!!
3 hours on my bose. Still no discomfort :)
I just got Bose for Christmas, returned them now i got the Sony's so much better. I tested them at best buy and there is no question the Sony was much better.
My qc35s are the best thing I’ve ever bought
Agree, and the qc also has airplane jack
@@jlee9360 got them today and returned them even with stores closed? Yeah okay, dodo. Sony sucks.
That's What's Up some stores were open today bozo
If you want to use headphones for long periods of time and you want to block just "constant" noise (motors, airplanes, constructions): Go for Bose.
If you are going to use it outside on the street or public places full of people for not so long periods of time (resting every 2 or 3 hours): Go for Sony. They block much more than Bose but aren't so confortable.
They are very comfortable, i have a pair.
@@okayge_ yeah I own both, but on that area Sony is not as good as Bose's really deep earcups, specially if you live in a hot area or in summer it can be a little bit uncomfortable because of sweat.
Bose also has more bass
@@pranav3848 BOSE HAS MORE BASE
@@pranav3848 Bose more bass ? Whut
Thanks for the review. I am getting the Bose for my 83 year old mom because of the fact that it has buttons and switches and the Sony for myself and kids.
Bought the Sony's a week ago and they're amazing. If you think the sound quality is good out of the box, then wait until you play with the equalizer!
Headphone jacks! Too bad there's no more holes to put them in...
There are if you have a Samsung phone! 😁
@@darkangel5550 and I have one! :D look out for the s10 tho
@@sonikku997 Cool! It's gonna be a beast! 🔥
Get a budget phone, lol
Put It in da piihole !!
I bought sony yesterday. Brilliant sound quality. Adaptive noise cancelling is awesome. I would recommend sony. Built quality is excellent. It only filters noise if you are sitting. If you are on a move it can simply filter jet engine sound. Amazing product.
KingOvDeWorld good choice, I tested both of these at Best Buy and the Sony’s just blew me away!
Any knowledge on it not working in the cold?
But.. you can't move while on a plane so how to cancel out jet engines?
I have both, sony for sound quality, bose for comfort
Watching this on my sennheiser momentum 3's 😎
Waifu Hunter why??
Waifu Hunter ah thanks for letting me know!
Watching this video with no head phones. I’m jealous 🙂
Dude those headphones are shit I had them and they didnt compare to anything else I had
Shit u got
I tried both of these at the store, and the Sony ones are just amazing. The feel over the ears is amazing, the noise cancelling is equally great, sound quality of course is great.
comfort for me is the most important virtue within a headphone, i've had some shitty experience with wearing headphones and most of them would give me headache after wearing it for 30 mins, so to say that I can wear the Bose for more than 2-3+ hours without getting a much fatigue and headache, it's a miracle and a god given gift to me.
Very interesting.... Not
@@ramonzimmermann3995 Your pissy attitude is interesting... Not...
Who's here after Apple airpod Max got introduced ???
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Don’t you dare say that the Airpod Max are better
@@xgods9192 nobody thinks that
@@xgods9192 I didn’t compare them what are you talking about nobody is even taking about them
@@Sosaciety I didn’t say you said that 😉
I tried out both of these at my local bestbuy, and your reaction is exactly what I had with the Sony WH1000XM3. They're unbelievable!
Tested Beats 3, Bose 35 II, and Sony Mx3 in store, all same price of $349.99, afterwards went with Sony because of the features and sound
Best decision I ever made
Beats are trash. Why would you even consider that garbage?
Hugo Stiglitz A very hyped up brand, why wouldn’t he try them?
@@HugoStiglitz88 but Sony has a big issue when it comes to phone calls... The microphone is trash. I just returned mine
I love BOSE !! 8 hrs continuous music.. still no pain in ear. Sound is super clean and base os just moderate. Go for it you will not regret 😀👍
Yep, I have decided on Bose for sure.
I’m listening to this on the Bose and I told my mum to buy the Sony, and it turns out I was right
Explain?
I own the Bose Qc35 II and it's the best purchase i've ever made. I don't regret at all and recommend BOSE 500%. Before those i had the QC25 in white- blue color and when that pair started malfunctioning i contacted customer service for repair and had to wait like 2 months to get a replacement but just for the trouble of waiting so long they gave me a brand new pair of headphones.
The sonny's twist that way so when you have them around your neck they are faced towards your chest and are much more comfortable
U can do it with the bose aswell... i have them
I just bought pair of Bose quietcomfort 35 II and they are great! The noise cancelation is awesome and the sound quality is very clear and crisp
Spot on. I got both and I prefer Sony's in nearly every regard, except for comfort, in which Bose wins but not by much. Definitely would recommend the Sony over Bose.
Why do you have both??
@@damianwilliams1130 Intended to have one to leave at work and one to bring with me places. (Plus I always wanted to make the comparison for myself XD)
Ended up returning the Bose though, since they were so inferior to the Sony, I would rather just buy another one of the Sony's
Koolstr3 do you think the sonys are comfortable enough for a whole day of useage?
@@louisindradjaja2535 Yeah. I easily wear them for 10 hours straight with no comfort concerns. I often even forget they're on. I can imagine being fine going a whole day with them on.
Koolstr3 can they block out noise from loud tvs?
I had the bose qc2 700....wore them out.....tried the Sony xm1000....wore them out....now working with the Marley headphones.....my favorite so far