This is the most comprehensive review in my opinion. You've covered more details than any other reviews currently out there (ie. Clamping force, cabin pressure, change in earpads, noise simulation testing). It's also very much unbiased. This is the review I would recommend to others. Thank you for the great work.
Just replaced the ear cushions on my 35's and they are good to go for another 2-3 years. I have been waiting on the 45's for so long, but that last microphone test made me happy to keep my 35's for a while longer!
Same here. I'll just buy the 45 cushion pads and replace em and "bam" you got a 45 with slightly less ANC. Replacing the battery isn't that difficult either.
@@Zelldinchtjr I find qc 45 anc much improved over qc 35 ii an beyond 700 an Sony xm4. You may not had seal when you tried them. I find the 45 even more comfy as they are more ergonomic then qc 35ii
I have several pairs of the QC35 for +5 years. They still sound good, provide noticeable noise cancellation, and instantly sync to newer iphones/laptops with bluetooth. It would be hard to upgrade to the QC45 unless my QC35 die.
My pair of QC35s died after 6 years, the headphones would randomly turn on even when switched off so I couldn’t hold a charge. Bose gave me a nice discount on the 45s when I started a support ticket for the issue because I was out of warranty
@@pokemonray123 this has been happening to me with turning them selves on. I asked them for a repair. But they just sent me the new qc45 for free instead. A win.
Your reviews are much more detailed than other reviewers on RUclips. Most reviewers do not point out the weaknesses of the Headphones like you do. Good job it really helps to know what you will be getting into. I appreciate you.
COME ON Bose. I feel like the QC45 was an afterthought. To make the real “upgrade from the QC35” you need to combine the comfort of the QC35 with the noise cancellation with less ear pressure and the microphone of the 700’s. 🤦♂️
I think its more that they were pressured by the EU bill of devices having a USB C charger so in order to keep selling there, BOSE had to adapt and these were the result.
@@jamesherman3750 The EU order is not for preexisting products but new ones, so no, it was no pressure. In terms of noise cancellation this is the peak, it has improvements in every section, and it is minor because the QC35 were already in the perfect territory. Happily ordered my QC45, the Sony and Airpods Max don't feel as good to me as QC does.
@@AxemanMessiah Actually its for any product a company wishes to keep selling. So yeah in order to keep selling in Eu, bose needed to move to USB C one way or another, these were the result. They arent bad headphones, just would've been good to have these out in 2019.
Thank you for the in-depth overview that kept me from having to search through shallow content for 2-3 hours to find all of the same info. I have an absurd 5000+ hours of use on my QC35, and I’m disappointed that the QC45 could not be an outright upgrade. The fit (shallow ear cups!) of the 700 is a fatal flaw that holds it back from being the lightest, most comfortable and practical utility headphone for concentration and phone calls.
This has to be one of the best reviews, of anything, I have ever seen. Your style, delivery, tone, and depth of knowledge of the product are phenomenal. You covered all of the bases and then some. Best of all, no phony and distracting affectations that so many people employ trying to be cool. A real pleasure to watch and learn. Excellent excellent review. Now on to find your review of the 700 so I can make my final decision. Thank you.
I have the QC35 and I have to say, your background noise ANC simulation is very accurate. Listening to this on my QC35 sounds exactly like real life usage. The cabin pressure is not such an issue as you described though. I never even feel it anymore. I only noticed it during the first day or two of using them
Thanks for the review. I feel like the lack of software features and poor mics is aimed to get people to buy the 700s. Do you know if the earpads are interchangeable between the qc45 and qc35?
Hey man, very cool editing & graphical choices. I'm curious as to how you run an ANC test and record the results? Also what software do you use for editing? Much appreciated - you've got a new sub.
Can't even lie, after Jim's review room closed... You're my go-to guy. Excellent job my man. Keep it going, and as I've thought Bose would make a shitty product because of the 700's. That's life.
Very detailed review May I ask which headphones are best for listening to EDM with maximum volume without distortion based on your experience? I’m looking for something loud and clear
Bose could have made a masterpiece but because of the 700, they didn't wanted to compete with them and did not included some features of the 700 into the QC45, and that sucks.
Yeah, that's just cheap coming from them. People that have the QC45 are already pissed off because of that. They could have made two awesome headphones, but instead choosing to promote their already released NC 700 to "force" people to buy them instead. I think the only reason they released the QC45 was the high pressure of not continuing the QC series when QC fans really wanted them.
@@zirak93-2 They are two entirely different headphones, and think the QC45 delivers well. How much more perfection do you want from an near perfect product (QC35)?? They addressed everything we wanted. We tell Bose we want this, they make it, and then we say we don't want that and want something more. What is that more? The Eq adjust is fine, and the ANC is still the very best (apart from Airpods Max).
@@AxemanMessiah No, they didn't People wanted an adjustable ANC and EQ, two simple things to the successor. Instead, no EQ and headphones where you can't turn the ANC off, which makes them very bad in windy situations.
I’ve had the XM4s for a year now and just picked up the QC45s. My verdict is that the XM4s are much better for music and features, but the QC45s are much more comfortable and cancel noise better. I have a big head and I wear headphones all day at work and the QC45s have been a life saver for that.
Based on measurements from Rtings, the high treble (above 10K) seems to be significantly boosted (compared to almost any other headphone, including the QC35II). This high treble accentuation could result in a bright, artificial and fatiguing sound. Did you notice this? Thanks for your thoughts.
Great review, still gona rock my QC 35 I gen, alcantara, better mic. No point of upgrading just for type c connectivity for charge, plus logo on qc 35 more premium material. Thanks for effort in making this comparison. Saved me a lot of money :)
I bought my wife the qc45s and i have qc35ii. Music share does not work. I was told by Bose that 2 qc45s would connect, but aren't comparable with 35ii. Was i told wrongly? Do 45s not have it at all?
I noticed cabin pressure in my Q35's when I bought them in 2018, now I can't even tell there is any at all, in fact I completely forgot about it the past 2 years and was reminded about its existence just now in this video. Still, I can't tell anymore.
Hello, Ive seen some reviews you made for the QC35 and for the QC45 (also versus the Sony and Apple) and you always mention the “cabin pressure”. How do you know which one have more cabin pressure than the other? I couldn’t find that info when looking at the specs of each model so I will appreciate if you will explain that. Thanks!
Fantastic, thorough review. USB-C and slightly better ANC would be a good enough reason for me to switch and I think Bose was banking on that. I love the Sony's.. but I dont like capacitive controls. Id love a comparison between the 1000M4s and the QC45!
a good point you left out was the qc35 ii low level anc. I don't think anyone explored it much and just skipped to complete on or complete off. but it's not meant to be used as a low anc but is just better tuned for quieter environments. and as a result I found that the low anc on the qc 35 would completely silence wind noise.
They change the ear pad material on purpose. The original ear pads on the qc35s were not durable they felt great but they would only last about a year before they would start tearing. I'm sure once the QC 45s are worn in they will feel great.
As the owner of two QC35IIs, I was of course very excited about these successors. I already think this ANC of them is the BEST of all so far. The latter is extremely important to me when it comes to the successor. A bit of background noise is not important to me. The only no-go's: No Alexa function or EQ anymore .... But I think: It is logical that a test soooo early still reveals small "problems". Wait a year and Bose will add one or the other function in both the firmware and the app. As they are now, and at such an early stage, I would never buy anything. As long as possible I stay with my forever beloved QC35II. Best EVER !!! A small addition: The absolute top class would be an ANC headphone where the user can set the frequency parameters of the ANC system himself, so that one would be able to eliminate a very specific noise by tuning (using rotary knobs or via app)
I am returning my QC45 and moving to Sony. The Mic problem is highly frustrating. If I am walking the street on a call, the outside noise to too overbearing for the person on the other line for the phone to continue.
Thanks for the review, my qc 35ii is my only device not using USB C so I'm always carrying adapters This still isn't enough for me to move, will wait for the qc 45 ii
thank for mentioning the cabin pressure it really bugged me on the QC 35's anjd as per what you said about the Sony XM4's I recently got a pair. Noise cancellation is very important to me but I don't like dealing with cabin pressure either. Therefore I don't regret that I got the XM4's over the QC 45's.
Nice review... best i have read between QC 35 and 45. Do you think QC 35 at USD 179 is a better deal than Sony 1000 XM4 at USD 258 ( Taxes extra for both) Would like your views?
Seems like the only real donside to having a pair of QC35-IIs is the Micro-USB charging, but other than that, I should have no problem grabbing a pair of those for $200 this month at Best Buy or Target even!
Nice review as always ..given that a lot of streaming services are giving lossless and hi res audio ..why not review a few audiophile wired headphones?
Because a Bluetooth headphones serves another purpose as a wired audiophile headphones. I and many others are using a Bluetooth headphones for convenience while travelling. ANC is important while traveling. Wired phones are inconvenient while traveling. At home I use my $650 wired audiophile headphones for serious listening or just my hifi set.
Great video, here in the UK I've seen the QC35ii go on sale to £189 quite often and the Bose QC700 for £202. Just wondering if its worth getting the 35ii's over the 45's which are £320. 700's are out of the picture because of touch controls, buggy software and clamp force.
@@jahyegor Yeah I eventually got the 35's and am really glad I did. I've been on about 20-25 flights since and these are a must have, especially when sitting next to screaming kids for a few hours.
QC35 II is perfect for me, I've returned so many NC's to always come back again and again. Also the cabin pressure is kinda overblown by this review, they are extremely comfortable compared to other brands and alot of people apparently agrees with me
@@basketballplayer82 I do everything. Squats, bench, deadlifts, pull-ups, jogging. I sweat, dropped them, throw them in my gym bag, you name it. I’ve had them for 2 years now. I use them 6x a week, 2 hours at a time. They’re still going strong. Any more questions don’t hesitate to ask.
@@glennm8337 Thank you! One more question, do you play any sports, specifically basketball? You covered stability with everything you are doing but I would like to know if I can leave my phone in my bag or would I have to keep it in my pocket during practice. Thanks again
@@basketballplayer82 If you have your bag and phone on the sideline you could be on the other side of the court and be totally fine. The other end of a football field you might have connection issues. But basketball court you’re good.
Thanks for very detailed review. I decided not to go 45 because it lacks several features and obvious downgrade from 700. I definitely notice and understand bose intentionally downgraded 45 to force people to go 700.. what a pity..
I don’t think it is a downgrade either. I personally hate the design of the 700, and the 45 is more portable. I travel, and need headphones, that fold.
I bought my wife the qc45s and i have qc35ii. Music share does not work. I was told by Bose that 2 qc45s would connect, but aren't comparable with 35ii. Was i told wrongly? Do 45s not have it at all?
I am so glad GymCaddy's review is out. Thanks. It would be great to see how well a demonstration of how well they work against wind noise + the ANC on road noise. It's really a bummer that they work worse against wind noise compared to their predecessors. That's a shame.
I still have my original QC35s and I love them, they are a little worn down here and there, but the battery has held like a champ and they are going nowhere anytime soon
Thanks. I decide to buy qc35ii after seeing this review, I think the price of qc35ii is good and the quality is still good enough. I already have the AirPods pro but I want to try something different.
I have had my qc35 for 16 months and the Bluetooth light is staying on (a common fault) I just rung Bose to try and get the fixed And they replacing them with the 45s for free..... Proper chuffed
My QC35's charging port failed, purchased some QC45's. Ever so slighty better sound quality on the 45's however, the noise cancellation is not as good as my old 35's. I drive an old 90 landrover and the 35's were superior on cancelling out the engine noise, the QC45's allow too much of a high frequency sound from the engine. Luckily I have been able to source a new Bose micro usb charge socket pcb, so my old Qc35's now live again. Excellent review BTW. Thank you
Great review, thank you! i currently own the QC35's and i love them, the only drawback is actually the ear cups... they are garbage! if the material (leatherette??) that covers the actual foam pads fully wrapped the foam, they would be perfect. On my set, the earcups was/were the first thing to go (wear out), so now i have "aftermarket' earcups and they are more durable. So, i would say as far as your review, that's probably the reason the QC45's have a less flexible (tougher) ear cups. it may not really be a step-down. oh, lastly... battery life for me has dropped from 20hrs to about 12hrs... but i use mine every day for up to 10 hrs a day and they are 3 years old now.
People complaining about Apple's Airpod Max lacking cable don't know it works. It's like a full-electric car instead of a hybird. Although I despise its sound quality, I can't imagine driving a pair of headphones passively with that amount of subbass without DSP correction. It would sound like Beats from 10 years ago.
I wish this review was more about the comparison between the QC 35 and 45 as opposed to the 700. I think you spent more time talking about the 700 than the QC which is why I came here bc I'm deciding only between these two.
My QC35 II's have an issue where they keep turning on even when turned off, draining the battery. Bose offered an upgrade to the 45s which i was hoping would be a win/win but it seems more like a lose/win...
After this review I just picked up the QC35 on target for $180 ,. I really wish they had usb-c charging but it's fine. I am going to use them as a headset from working from home I like the way these fit and can wear them for hours. I have the Sony WF xm4s and as much as I like them I can't wear them for too long and the call quality sucks so I use them for only music.
Hey I just got the same deal haha! I had my eye on the xm4s for a while, but I couldn’t pass up the $180 deal on the 35iis. Would you mind letting me know how they compare? My two priorities are comfort and ANC. It seems like the Sony’s are less comfortable, but how does the noise cancellation compare?
@@i.Gnarly Glad you got the deal I went with the silvers myself. In regards to the comparison the xm4s have a better sound and more bass, their eq is awesome as well. However I can only wear them for 2 hours at most as they get hot and the call quality is mediocre I used it a few times and never again, the anc is better that the Bose QC35 s but only magianally. If comfort and anc are your thing I would pick the Bose QC35 s those are the best earpads I ever used much better than the Bose 700, Sony xm4s, and from what gymcaddy says even better than the qc45.
@@hgonz14 thanks for replying so quick! I got the silvers too lol, wearing them right now. I think I’ll stick with them because of the comfort, and I’ll mostly be using them for school / housework. Thanks again for the help!
Thanks for this! I have the xm3s and have worn them for long flights pre-covid. They hurt my ears after 3+ hour of wear on the plane. I was deciding between 35ii or 45. The deal on both are great right now but 35ii being (still) the marginally better headphones, they are definitely worth it at that price point.
@@e-lo4231 I have the xm4s as well and can't wear them for more than 3 hours. The QC 35s I wear all day I bought a mic so I use them as a headset, although I got to charge them after my workday
the bose 700 are excellent.. I recently got the qc45 but had to return them as I found there was an annoying hiss on the right earcup hopefully it was a faulty unit and will be getting a free replacement soon.. From my short experience with qc45 they are VERY comfortable and the sound is top notch but still need to test them a bit more once I get my replacement..
@@eman8920 Yes I got my replacement and they are excellent no more annoying hisses on the right ear cup.. Overall I am very happy with this excellent sound, excellent noise cancelling, outstanding comfort and they are good for phone calls too..
WTH. You just solved a quandary that I had. I kept trying to figure out why the new QC 45 headphones that I purchased, would not work with my Google Assistant, like my other headphones the QC45's as well as the NC700. I literally thought something was wrong with my cell phone My Android cell phone. Cuz I kept hitting that button going why is Google Assistant not working.. I like the Google Assistant feature on my headphones. Because of what you just explained, I will now just use the QC 45 headphones strictly for traveling on planes. Thanks for solving that I just couldn't figure out why it would not work.
I bought my wife the qc45s and i have qc35ii. Music share does not work. I was told by Bose that 2 qc45s would connect, but aren't comparable with 35ii. Was i told wrongly? Do 45s not have it at all?
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This is the most comprehensive review in my opinion. You've covered more details than any other reviews currently out there (ie. Clamping force, cabin pressure, change in earpads, noise simulation testing). It's also very much unbiased. This is the review I would recommend to others. Thank you for the great work.
Just replaced the ear cushions on my 35's and they are good to go for another 2-3 years. I have been waiting on the 45's for so long, but that last microphone test made me happy to keep my 35's for a while longer!
Same here. I'll just buy the 45 cushion pads and replace em and "bam" you got a 45 with slightly less ANC. Replacing the battery isn't that difficult either.
Bose's update messed up the npoice cancelling and I sold mine, is that fixed?
@@Zelldinchtjr I find qc 45 anc much improved over qc 35 ii an beyond 700 an Sony xm4. You may not had seal when you tried them. I find the 45 even more comfy as they are more ergonomic then qc 35ii
Just replaced my ear pads too! Bought these in 2016 and honestly they’re probably the longest lasting bit of tech I’ve bought, always blow me away!
Same here!
I have several pairs of the QC35 for +5 years. They still sound good, provide noticeable noise cancellation, and instantly sync to newer iphones/laptops with bluetooth. It would be hard to upgrade to the QC45 unless my QC35 die.
My pair of QC35s died after 6 years, the headphones would randomly turn on even when switched off so I couldn’t hold a charge. Bose gave me a nice discount on the 45s when I started a support ticket for the issue because I was out of warranty
@@pokemonray123 this has been happening to me with turning them selves on. I asked them for a repair. But they just sent me the new qc45 for free instead. A win.
@@gavskxf were yours past the warranty or no?
@amuhty yes they must have been. As I bought a used set back in 2017. Didn't have any paper work
@@gavskxf so they gave you free new headphones without warranty..?
Your reviews are much more detailed than other reviewers on RUclips. Most reviewers do not point out the weaknesses of the Headphones like you do. Good job it really helps to know what you will be getting into. I appreciate you.
Thank you. That’s what I try to do to stand out
COME ON Bose. I feel like the QC45 was an afterthought. To make the real “upgrade from the QC35” you need to combine the comfort of the QC35 with the noise cancellation with less ear pressure and the microphone of the 700’s. 🤦♂️
I think its more that they were pressured by the EU bill of devices having a USB C charger so in order to keep selling there, BOSE had to adapt and these were the result.
@@jamesherman3750 The EU order is not for preexisting products but new ones, so no, it was no pressure. In terms of noise cancellation this is the peak, it has improvements in every section, and it is minor because the QC35 were already in the perfect territory. Happily ordered my QC45, the Sony and Airpods Max don't feel as good to me as QC does.
@@AxemanMessiah Actually its for any product a company wishes to keep selling. So yeah in order to keep selling in Eu, bose needed to move to USB C one way or another, these were the result. They arent bad headphones, just would've been good to have these out in 2019.
Thank you for the in-depth overview that kept me from having to search through shallow content for 2-3 hours to find all of the same info. I have an absurd 5000+ hours of use on my QC35, and I’m disappointed that the QC45 could not be an outright upgrade. The fit (shallow ear cups!) of the 700 is a fatal flaw that holds it back from being the lightest, most comfortable and practical utility headphone for concentration and phone calls.
The most comprehensive review. Thank you very much for the work!
This has to be one of the best reviews, of anything, I have ever seen. Your style, delivery, tone, and depth of knowledge of the product are phenomenal. You covered all of the bases and then some. Best of all, no phony and distracting affectations that so many people employ trying to be cool. A real pleasure to watch and learn. Excellent excellent review. Now on to find your review of the 700 so I can make my final decision. Thank you.
Sony WH-1000XM5 VS Bose NC 700 Vs Bose QC45
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I have the QC35 and I have to say, your background noise ANC simulation is very accurate. Listening to this on my QC35 sounds exactly like real life usage.
The cabin pressure is not such an issue as you described though. I never even feel it anymore. I only noticed it during the first day or two of using them
You produce some of the best nc headphones content on RUclips. My go to channel when I wanna purchase a new pair. Thanks.
excellent review, as someone commented, you have definitely picked up where JRR has left off. look forward to more reviews. cheers
Thanks for the review. I feel like the lack of software features and poor mics is aimed to get people to buy the 700s. Do you know if the earpads are interchangeable between the qc45 and qc35?
Apparently there was an update that added EQ to the 45s, which was a dealbreaker for me. Might pick them up sometime this year.
Hey man, very cool editing & graphical choices. I'm curious as to how you run an ANC test and record the results? Also what software do you use for editing? Much appreciated - you've got a new sub.
Thanks for the review. How are they sound wize compared to B&W PX7?
At this price point, the QC45’s should include an EQ. I’ll stick with my QC35 II’s for now. Good review, thanks.
Can't even lie, after Jim's review room closed... You're my go-to guy. Excellent job my man. Keep it going, and as I've thought Bose would make a shitty product because of the 700's. That's life.
thanks man. It sad to see JRR go away. But I try to mimic his methods. unbiased and no hype
What happened to Jim?
@@Sonikku03 Mental health stuff
@@VictorDude98 Oh
@@Sonikku03what happened to Jim?
Fantastic review as always!! 🙌🙌
After this video I appreciate my QC35s even more!
Very detailed review
May I ask which headphones are best for listening to EDM with maximum volume without distortion based on your experience?
I’m looking for something loud and clear
Happy to have bought refurbished QC35 ! thanks for confirming my choice, I was hesitating between the QC45 and QC35 for a while...!
The QC35s made Ferry Riding in the Puget Sound nice and comfy. Your noise cancellation test is exactly what I experienced.
Nice thorough review!
Fantastic review of both pros and cons
Hell yeah. Lol I’ve been waiting for this one
Just got my QC45’s today and these are the most comfortable headphones I have ever worn, really happy with my purchase
Really love the way he said 'Apple', uk the way it was at 75k subs vs now..subscribed from 3 accounts..best if luck for 100k!!
Lol thank you. We’re almost there
Gymcaddy, you are one of my favorite RUclips channels when it comes to headphones! Great video.
thank you. I try
Agree. And one of the best things about it is the lack of background music
Bose could have made a masterpiece but because of the 700, they didn't wanted to compete with them and did not included some features of the 700 into the QC45, and that sucks.
Yeah, that's just cheap coming from them. People that have the QC45 are already pissed off because of that. They could have made two awesome headphones, but instead choosing to promote their already released NC 700 to "force" people to buy them instead. I think the only reason they released the QC45 was the high pressure of not continuing the QC series when QC fans really wanted them.
@@zirak93-2 They are two entirely different headphones, and think the QC45 delivers well. How much more perfection do you want from an near perfect product (QC35)?? They addressed everything we wanted. We tell Bose we want this, they make it, and then we say we don't want that and want something more. What is that more? The Eq adjust is fine, and the ANC is still the very best (apart from Airpods Max).
@@AxemanMessiah No, they didn't People wanted an adjustable ANC and EQ, two simple things to the successor. Instead, no EQ and headphones where you can't turn the ANC off, which makes them very bad in windy situations.
@@zirak93-2 well that was all changed with updates lol.
@@erickmarrero4848 I agree the EQ was added, but still no way to turn ANC off.
I’ve had the XM4s for a year now and just picked up the QC45s. My verdict is that the XM4s are much better for music and features, but the QC45s are much more comfortable and cancel noise better. I have a big head and I wear headphones all day at work and the QC45s have been a life saver for that.
Reading Donny Cates' Thor like a boss! Also, good review ;)
Based on measurements from Rtings, the high treble (above 10K) seems to be significantly boosted (compared to almost any other headphone, including the QC35II). This high treble accentuation could result in a bright, artificial and fatiguing sound. Did you notice this? Thanks for your thoughts.
Niceee review man!
Great review, still gona rock my QC 35 I gen, alcantara, better mic. No point of upgrading just for type c connectivity for charge, plus logo on qc 35 more premium material. Thanks for effort in making this comparison. Saved me a lot of money :)
The inferior microphone and inability to completely turn off ANC is a deal breaker for me. I have just fallen in love with my QC35ii again!
I bought my wife the qc45s and i have qc35ii. Music share does not work. I was told by Bose that 2 qc45s would connect, but aren't comparable with 35ii. Was i told wrongly? Do 45s not have it at all?
I noticed cabin pressure in my Q35's when I bought them in 2018, now I can't even tell there is any at all, in fact I completely forgot about it the past 2 years and was reminded about its existence just now in this video. Still, I can't tell anymore.
Had my qc35ii for 3 or so years still looks new and works great
Hello, Ive seen some reviews you made for the QC35 and for the QC45 (also versus the Sony and Apple) and you always mention the “cabin pressure”. How do you know which one have more cabin pressure than the other? I couldn’t find that info when looking at the specs of each model so I will appreciate if you will explain that.
Thanks!
Good review, thanks!
Thanks for watching!
Fantastic, thorough review. USB-C and slightly better ANC would be a good enough reason for me to switch and I think Bose was banking on that. I love the Sony's.. but I dont like capacitive controls. Id love a comparison between the 1000M4s and the QC45!
its coming
Can you cover duolink speakerbuds and nuraphones?
Hi, nice video. Are they they sound the same? I prefer a good base, which one you prefer
a good point you left out was the qc35 ii low level anc. I don't think anyone explored it much and just skipped to complete on or complete off. but it's not meant to be used as a low anc but is just better tuned for quieter environments. and as a result I found that the low anc on the qc 35 would completely silence wind noise.
They change the ear pad material on purpose. The original ear pads on the qc35s were not durable they felt great but they would only last about a year before they would start tearing. I'm sure once the QC 45s are worn in they will feel great.
As the owner of two QC35IIs, I was of course very excited about these successors. I already think this ANC of them is the BEST of all so far. The latter is extremely important to me when it comes to the successor. A bit of background noise is not important to me. The only no-go's: No Alexa function or EQ anymore .... But I think: It is logical that a test soooo early still reveals small "problems". Wait a year and Bose will add one or the other function in both the firmware and the app. As they are now, and at such an early stage, I would never buy anything. As long as possible I stay with my forever beloved QC35II. Best EVER !!!
A small addition: The absolute top class would be an ANC headphone where the user can set the frequency parameters of the ANC system himself, so that one would be able to eliminate a very specific noise by tuning (using rotary knobs or via app)
I never really used the assistant on my QC 35s, though the not being able to turn of NC is disappointing
I am returning my QC45 and moving to Sony. The Mic problem is highly frustrating. If I am walking the street on a call, the outside noise to too overbearing for the person on the other line for the phone to continue.
Thanks for the review, my qc 35ii is my only device not using USB C so I'm always carrying adapters
This still isn't enough for me to move, will wait for the qc 45 ii
The review is second to none. Keep up the great work.
Much appreciated!
Ok, I'm staying with 35. I wish it had type-c, but microphone is really important for me. Thank you for a good review!
thank for mentioning the cabin pressure it really bugged me on the QC 35's anjd as per what you said about the Sony XM4's I recently got a pair. Noise cancellation is very important to me but I don't like dealing with cabin pressure either. Therefore I don't regret that I got the XM4's over the QC 45's.
Great Review!
Nice review... best i have read between QC 35 and 45. Do you think QC 35 at USD 179 is a better deal than Sony 1000 XM4 at USD 258 ( Taxes extra for both) Would like your views?
Great review! BTW, Bose added an EQ to the QC earbuds and they sound great! They also added some other updates as well.
Well now they need a smaller case
@@GYMCADDY true true!!
@@GYMCADDY like airpods max 😁
Love the video, the most comprehensive review and comparison. Keep doing these videos. I am a huge fan.
Hi, In your opinion, which headphones have stronger and cleaner bass?
are they Bose QC35 II or Bose QC45?
Seems like the only real donside to having a pair of QC35-IIs is the Micro-USB charging, but other than that, I should have no problem grabbing a pair of those for $200 this month at Best Buy or Target even!
Nice review as always ..given that a lot of streaming services are giving lossless and hi res audio ..why not review a few audiophile wired headphones?
I’m only one person
Because a Bluetooth headphones serves another purpose as a wired audiophile headphones. I and many others are using a Bluetooth headphones for convenience while travelling. ANC is important while traveling. Wired phones are inconvenient while traveling. At home I use my $650 wired audiophile headphones for serious listening or just my hifi set.
Great video, here in the UK I've seen the QC35ii go on sale to £189 quite often and the Bose QC700 for £202. Just wondering if its worth getting the 35ii's over the 45's which are £320. 700's are out of the picture because of touch controls, buggy software and clamp force.
35's definitely win
@@jahyegor Yeah I eventually got the 35's and am really glad I did. I've been on about 20-25 flights since and these are a must have, especially when sitting next to screaming kids for a few hours.
Just bought the Bose QC 35 II for 190€. The new headphones dont have enough new features to justify 160€ extra
Hi, Which Bose QC35 or Bose QC45 Headphones have better bass?
good review but felt like you compared the QC 45s to the NC 700 and XM4 more so than the QC 35 II.
Also the razer nommo pros? And maybe compare them to the logitech g560?
Is the headband size any different? i tried the qc45's and they were far too tall for my head
ARE THE EARPADS OF THE QC35 AND QC45 ARE INTERCHANGEABLE? CAN YOU USE THE QC35 EARPADS TO QC45?
QC35 II is perfect for me, I've returned so many NC's to always come back again and again. Also the cabin pressure is kinda overblown by this review, they are extremely comfortable compared to other brands and alot of people apparently agrees with me
The QC 35 ii is a perfect gym headphone imo
@@glennm8337 Could you elaborate, like what do you do. I am interested in buying headphones for use like this included
@@basketballplayer82 I do everything. Squats, bench, deadlifts, pull-ups, jogging. I sweat, dropped them, throw them in my gym bag, you name it. I’ve had them for 2 years now. I use them 6x a week, 2 hours at a time. They’re still going strong. Any more questions don’t hesitate to ask.
@@glennm8337 Thank you! One more question, do you play any sports, specifically basketball? You covered stability with everything you are doing but I would like to know if I can leave my phone in my bag or would I have to keep it in my pocket during practice. Thanks again
@@basketballplayer82 If you have your bag and phone on the sideline you could be on the other side of the court and be totally fine. The other end of a football field you might have connection issues. But basketball court you’re good.
Thanks for very detailed review. I decided not to go 45 because it lacks several features and obvious downgrade from 700. I definitely notice and understand bose intentionally downgraded 45 to force people to go 700.. what a pity..
I’ve had both and I don’t think they are a downgrade.
I don’t think it is a downgrade either. I personally hate the design of the 700, and the 45 is more portable. I travel, and need headphones, that fold.
I bought my wife the qc45s and i have qc35ii. Music share does not work. I was told by Bose that 2 qc45s would connect, but aren't comparable with 35ii. Was i told wrongly? Do 45s not have it at all?
Are there any issues with the QC 35 II pairing or skipping with the iPhone 13?
So is the upgrade from QC35s worth?
Guys, what will be your pick between Sony XM4s and the Sennheiser Momentum 3? And why?
I am so glad GymCaddy's review is out. Thanks. It would be great to see how well a demonstration of how well they work against wind noise + the ANC on road noise. It's really a bummer that they work worse against wind noise compared to their predecessors. That's a shame.
I still have my original QC35s and I love them, they are a little worn down here and there, but the battery has held like a champ and they are going nowhere anytime soon
I’ve had a pair for the past two years and I love my 35’s!! They are amazing.
Mine only lasted a couple years lmao. Sucked because I loved them.
Bose's update messed up the npoice cancelling and I sold mine, is that fixed?
Do the 35s earcups fit the 45s?
Thanks. I decide to buy qc35ii after seeing this review, I think the price of qc35ii is good and the quality is still good enough. I already have the AirPods pro but I want to try something different.
I have had my qc35 for 16 months and the Bluetooth light is staying on (a common fault)
I just rung Bose to try and get the fixed
And they replacing them with the 45s for free.....
Proper chuffed
Are they still able to connected wired and will they fall of in the gym?
Do these have Google fast pair on Android phones? Or do you have to connect them manually via Bluetooth?
Thank you. I clearly understood that I didn´t need to upgrade from 35 to 45... 35 is still nice to go!
“Making them bed head approved, shirts down below.”
Smooth
I hope it doesn’t get annoying. I just want to continue to bring unbiased reviews. And the shirts will hopefully help with that
My QC35's charging port failed, purchased some QC45's. Ever so slighty better sound quality on the 45's however, the noise cancellation is not as good as my old 35's. I drive an old 90 landrover and the 35's were superior on cancelling out the engine noise, the QC45's allow too much of a high frequency sound from the engine. Luckily I have been able to source a new Bose micro usb charge socket pcb, so my old Qc35's now live again. Excellent review BTW. Thank you
Is it possible to replace the micro usb port of Bose QC35 2 with the micro "USB-C" Port ?
Did they fix the crappy on/off switch that breaks in almost every headset?
Could u do a review on the jbl tour one please
Can you use the qc45 earpads on the qc35?
I think like they did with the NC700 and QC earbuds, they will add an EQ to the QC 45
how do they sound in passive mode turned OFF? still crap like the qc35?
Great review, thank you! i currently own the QC35's and i love them, the only drawback is actually the ear cups... they are garbage! if the material (leatherette??) that covers the actual foam pads fully wrapped the foam, they would be perfect. On my set, the earcups was/were the first thing to go (wear out), so now i have "aftermarket' earcups and they are more durable. So, i would say as far as your review, that's probably the reason the QC45's have a less flexible (tougher) ear cups. it may not really be a step-down. oh, lastly... battery life for me has dropped from 20hrs to about 12hrs... but i use mine every day for up to 10 hrs a day and they are 3 years old now.
People complaining about Apple's Airpod Max lacking cable don't know it works. It's like a full-electric car instead of a hybird.
Although I despise its sound quality, I can't imagine driving a pair of headphones passively with that amount of subbass without DSP correction. It would sound like Beats from 10 years ago.
What do you think about Buying The Sony XB900n now for about 150 Dollars
I wish this review was more about the comparison between the QC 35 and 45 as opposed to the 700. I think you spent more time talking about the 700 than the QC which is why I came here bc I'm deciding only between these two.
Can you please review the beoplay eq
What is "cabin pressure" in the context of this video?
this is the channel where i learn opennes of an headphone.
My QC35 II's have an issue where they keep turning on even when turned off, draining the battery. Bose offered an upgrade to the 45s which i was hoping would be a win/win but it seems more like a lose/win...
After this review I just picked up the QC35 on target for $180 ,. I really wish they had usb-c charging but it's fine. I am going to use them as a headset from working from home I like the way these fit and can wear them for hours. I have the Sony WF xm4s and as much as I like them I can't wear them for too long and the call quality sucks so I use them for only music.
Hey I just got the same deal haha! I had my eye on the xm4s for a while, but I couldn’t pass up the $180 deal on the 35iis.
Would you mind letting me know how they compare? My two priorities are comfort and ANC. It seems like the Sony’s are less comfortable, but how does the noise cancellation compare?
@@i.Gnarly Glad you got the deal I went with the silvers myself. In regards to the comparison the xm4s have a better sound and more bass, their eq is awesome as well. However I can only wear them for 2 hours at most as they get hot and the call quality is mediocre I used it a few times and never again, the anc is better that the Bose QC35 s but only magianally.
If comfort and anc are your thing I would pick the Bose QC35 s those are the best earpads I ever used much better than the Bose 700, Sony xm4s, and from what gymcaddy says even better than the qc45.
@@hgonz14 thanks for replying so quick!
I got the silvers too lol, wearing them right now. I think I’ll stick with them because of the comfort, and I’ll mostly be using them for school / housework.
Thanks again for the help!
Thanks for this! I have the xm3s and have worn them for long flights pre-covid. They hurt my ears after 3+ hour of wear on the plane. I was deciding between 35ii or 45. The deal on both are great right now but 35ii being (still) the marginally better headphones, they are definitely worth it at that price point.
@@e-lo4231 I have the xm4s as well and can't wear them for more than 3 hours. The QC 35s I wear all day I bought a mic so I use them as a headset, although I got to charge them after my workday
the bose 700 are excellent.. I recently got the qc45 but had to return them as I found there was an annoying hiss on the right earcup hopefully it was a faulty unit and will be getting a free replacement soon.. From my short experience with qc45 they are VERY comfortable and the sound is top notch but still need to test them a bit more once I get my replacement..
Did you get your replacement
@@eman8920 Yes I got my replacement and they are excellent no more annoying hisses on the right ear cup.. Overall I am very happy with this excellent sound, excellent noise cancelling, outstanding comfort and they are good for phone calls too..
6.5 years for my pair of qc35 - still is great 🤙
WTH. You just solved a quandary that I had. I kept trying to figure out why the new QC 45 headphones that I purchased, would not work with my Google Assistant, like my other headphones the QC45's as well as the NC700. I literally thought something was wrong with my cell phone My Android cell phone. Cuz I kept hitting that button going why is Google Assistant not working..
I like the Google Assistant feature on my headphones. Because of what you just explained, I will now just use the QC 45 headphones strictly for traveling on planes. Thanks for solving that I just couldn't figure out why it would not work.
wait when did this release
🤔If you wear glasses, does that break the seal and affect the noise cancellation on either of these two?
thanks for qn45 video. apart from type C, sad that they cheapened out on their hot product. I have a qc35II. works great but next one will be sony
What is meant by cabin pressure?
I bought my wife the qc45s and i have qc35ii. Music share does not work. I was told by Bose that 2 qc45s would connect, but aren't comparable with 35ii. Was i told wrongly? Do 45s not have it at all?