I used both, from my experience, Sony has better sound quality, but Bose is comfier from longer hours usage, no stress on ears, whereas Sony made my ears hurt after a few hours of use.
It really depends on the genre of music you listen to. The Bose you can definitely separate each musical instrument when listening to rock, classical, jazz and has a wider sound stage. The Sony is more boomy and has a much deeper, yet artificial bass for hip hop, edm. If you're a bass head, Sony. If you're more of a musical enthusiast that appreciates a more purer cleaner sound, the Bose.
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.
@@lynnguyen7010 Yes you could, when you're on a flight, upon reaching a high altitude or when about to land and you start to feel then pain of cabin pressure on your ears, just press & hold for 3 secs the ambient button of the Sony's and you will hear a voice prompt "Optimizer start" or you could also do that in the Sony's Headphone app on the settings "Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing" and the cabin pressure goes away. You could repeat the process several times until you feel the desired comfort on your ears.
Agree. I tried Bose QC but they gave me headaches and made me nauseated. However with sony’s feature, its much more comfortable to use. No more pain or headaches!
I got beats studio 3 and Sony, I regret ever getting the beats. The gap between the two is enormous, If it weren’t for the nice option colors nobody would ever buy beats headphone, it’s absolute trash.
@@angrysasuke3875 Omg dude same here! I bought the beats studio 3 thinking I was cool but when I got them I was soooo disappointed in everything from lack of good bass to shitty noise cancelling, and guess what they broke after 8 months due to poor quality since my hinge fell off literally by sitting on my head, i did not drop them or hit them. Got them replaced via warranty for brand new pair and guess what? they arent being used you can find them on Facebook marketplace and craigslist LOL I am buying Sony XM3s and never looking back.
August -lmao mine broke too after few months, the headband suddenly cracked for no absolute reason despite the fact that i rarely ever used them, thought it was strange
P I z z a I literally just picked up my Sony xm3 for 240usd brand new, and selling my brand new beats studio for 200$ god the difference is night and day
I have both and i can honestly say i enjoy the Bose far more than the Sony. The dual pairing and the physical buttons is much more convenient in my opinion. I bought the Sony expecting to be blown away due to all of the hype behind it but tbh i wasn't a fan because it sounds muddy from the bass imo. They are both good headphones but i would highly recommend whoever is considering buying them to try them both at a local best buy or other tech spot.
I've had my QuietComfort 35 Series I for around 4 years and they still work perfectly. I've had to replace the ear cushions once, and might need to do it again sometime soon, but they've never failed me.
Understand, but you do get what you pay for. The right cup interactions are worth looking into, else I would say you are correct. These are higher quality if you physically put them side-by-side with others.
Im still very happy with my Bose because I like the styling better and they are in a slimmer shape. Yes the Sony sounds better and has more features but im just in love with my Bose
@@patriotsouthern8123 are they loud tho? Because I listen to rap too I need something louder then the sennheiser's I got a few months ago... Like something loud in volume like the original Beats by Dre's but with better sound quality
Perfect well explained video, had a nice pace, and also matched the researching I did on these 2 headphones. Going for the sony's and I hope it's worth it. I've worn my friend's qc35s for literally 2 minutes and ever since then I've fell in love with it and anc headphones. The bose's comfort is king, it is like your ears are floating in space when you wear them, but I can get the sony's for free using a points program from my credit card (and the bose's aren't available in my cc points program). Well deserved sub! Edit: *disclaimer that this is from my experience so everything here will not be the same as your experience* The sony's are pretty nice, not as comfy as the bose (at least from my 2 minute experience from the bose). The most annoying part of the sony's are that they can only connect to one device at a time. If these would connect to two devices at a time, then switching between devices would be so easy. The app is also very easy to use and the cool part is the adaptive sound control. It senses when you are sitting down vs moving around so it will adjust the noise cancellation (not that I would use this since I wouldn't use this outside, but I was just really surprised by it when I walked around the house). The sound on these things are also superb, I was using a plantronics backbeat pro 2 before this and the plantronics definitely aren't as comfy or even close to sounding as good as the sony's audio quality (almost like I'm listening using a plugged in headset). You can also change the button for ambient control/noise cancellation to google assistant in the app, and the touch controls are a little finicky. I would have preferred physical buttons, but I guess these work pretty well for what they are (98% accurate touches every single time). The second con of this headset is that they don't pause music if you take them off, the plantronics did, and it is just such a convenient feature. You also look like an idiot when you try to palm the right can on the headset to activate the ambient control, but it's pretty damn cool. The mic also sucks on the sony headset, people will be able to hear you, but obviously, it ain't going to be very good.
Listening to this video on my Sony WH-1000Xm3 headphones bluetoothed to my Sony XBR65X900E TV. Having both of these headphones at my place of work made it easy to compare. Having owned many headphones and not really using any of them consistently after a couple weeks, despite enjoying them for the most part, I was surprised by how frequently I WANT to just pop the sony's on my head even for short periods. They just sound awesome, clean and rich and clear and full. Like you said, much better mids. Clean, punchy bass, not overwhelming bass, just rich bass that compliments the rest of the music, that allows you to hear other details. And I LOVE the ambient sound mode. As a parent needing to keep my ears open for my toddlers and the inevitable destruction they are wreaking, ambient sound is fantastic and allows me to hear my music, and my kids.
Unless I missed it in the video, sound leakage is often a huge factor in deciding which set of cans to go with. The Bose lose in this category by a mile. I feel this needs to be a part of any thorough review. Thanks for your excellent work
D K I was a Bose fan too (I own Soundtrue ultra in ear and soundsport) until Bang and Olufsen came along and Bose started to feel inferior and cheap to me in terms of sound and material..
I really like the quick charging on the Sony M3’s & the convenience & even the voice message telling me when battery is getting low etc , just feels more of an advanced system that works so well in different areas on theses Sony headphones
I only listen to classical music and have been enjoying the Bose QC35 II for almost two years now. Those headsets are just FA-BU-LOUS !!!! The sound quality is more than divine ... It leaves any other headset in the dust !!!
This is an excellent review, great content and presentation. One thing I will mention is that a lot of people tend to say that the Sony's have better sound quality because of the punch of the bass. I don't understand why people focus on bass so much when there's such a wide variety of music where bass is not always desired at the level that the Sony's offer. I do appreciate the equalizer in the Sony app though, but it is frustrating that people just seem to think that more bass means better sound quality.
Do you know whats even more annoying? The Sony's sound way too bassy if you don't apply EQ. They actually sound like shit - And you can't apply any EQ when using it wired. So you can kiss in-flight entertainment goodbye!
most modern music is super bassy. If you dont listen to bass heavy music then the sonys are not actually a good choice. Like me: I listen to mostly classical. The sonys are a bad choice for that
Hi, I like your video because I'm french and you speak clearly enough for me to understand you. Thanks to you, now I know which headphones I will buy and I have improve my english!
I have both only because the Sony was on sale and had such good review. I do agree that the Sony does have better sounds, ANC, and app. For my head, the Bose is more comfortable. I also prefer the physical buttons on the Bose. One thing the reviewer didn't mention, but I realized very useful after many months of uses; the Bose can connect to 2 devices at a time and very easy to change to different saved devices in its memory without going to the settings of any devices. Sony can only connect to one at a time and to switch to another saved device requires you go to BT setting of current device to disconnect it and BT setting of 2nd device to connect it. I know it's a first world problem!!! My recommendation after many months of use is if you mostly rely on one device for your headphones, then I'd go with the Sony. If you constantly switch between devices (in my case - phone, ipad, chromebook, PC, and android tablet) and need 2 connections at a time, then I'd seriously look at the Bose. Ease of use and convenient do matter over times. I like the sound of Sony, but I kept gravitate to the Bose for daily use because how easy it is the change between devices.
You forgot one crucial thing - how do both perform on the heat/sweat factor after wearing for 1+ hour? If they are uncomfortable, doesnt matter how good the sound quality is.
I had the borrowed the sony from a friend for a trip, I could not wear them longer than 2/3h at the time. Too hot and became unconfortable. Bought the bose and just came back from a trip from Bangkok to Europe, and for me the Bose where the right choice. I would give the sony a little bit better noise cancelling. But end of the day if I cant wear them for 6h or more at the time, Bose wins.
@RedPanda I tried out both of these for an extended period of time here in Dubai where the climate can be a bit warmer...well hot actually. I definitely became more uncomfortable with the Sony’s after 1.5 - 2 hrs and needed to take them off. The Bose somehow gave my big ears room and the curiously enough the music I was listening just felt lighter in the Bose. I wish it were the Sony’s though because like the reviewer, I think it’s a better product.
Alexander Binder Yeah I agree. I think with these type of headphones, comfort is even more important than sound quality. And as long as the Bose sounds decent, I would prob choose most on comfort, including resistance to sweating.
I got the Sony pair. They are my favorite headphones (so far) that I've ever had. I'm new to noise cancelling tech, so it's nice, since my neighbors are very loud. I can tune them out and everything else (instead of pushing in uncomfortable earplugs). They seem to work well on phone calls, though I was told I sound like I'm "in a bubble".
Using the Sony's for a year now, superb flight silencing which was a key selling point for me, great battery power, USB C is a huge plus as my phone uses the same and only one charger is needed, the speed chargin is amazing too, not mentioned here is the sony NFC functionality which I use extensivly to switch between my PC/Laptop and my phone. They are really airtight, even when listening to music really loud my wife sitting next to me cant hear much which just adds to the overall listening experience. For sound quality I much more preffer the Sony's as well, did listen to both on pre recorded tracks in the store and well, they did just sound better to me but that is personal prefference.
Did any problems occur at low temperatures? (Ghosting at the touchpad shall appear at 10° Celsius and lower :/) would you recommend to by them now at this pricepoint? Had some really bad experience in the past with expensive headphones...
Sometimes I put my Sony's flat on the table and ...just admire the beauty of the "beast". They are my first ANC headphones and I'm loving them. The only down side is the limited multipoint connection and I think, for having tried the Bose, the comfort as well. It's just an inch below the Bose. Sondwise, I like some bass so it's excellent. When I need less bass all I do is just adjust it in th app.It's all a matter of preference.
If you are use a lot of time disconnecting and reconnecting the headphones from phone to pc then you may enjoy this little program i made. It sends a message to your phone to turn off Bluetooth and then activates Bluetooth auto-connect on your pc. It can all happen by clicking a keyboard shortcut to. github.com/Jesper-Hustad/HeadphoneBluetoothSwap
@@janzac4797 Bose has the upper hand on comfort ability. But it's not like you cant have the Sony's on for hours. Bose is just lighter. That might be the only thing bose has on it
You can use the Sony with two devices (limited). They have one bluetooth connection for HQ music playback (aptX, LDAC etc.) and one for HSP/HFP. For instance I can connect my voip phone (desk) with the Sony and playing music from my mobile. If a call goes in, I click on headset and can talk over the headphone. A colleague showed me that (he owns the Bose). The music on the smartphone won't stop, but its muted until you finished calling, then you hear music again ;) On my android system there is also written in the bluetooth connection that it can only play music and not used as a headset when I connect it with the voip phone. Maybe this works also with the computer. One downside, if you use it on the PC with the passive mode (with cable) it sounds like garbage, you have to activate them to sound like always (there is also an impendance change). Second if you try to use the microphone on Windows 10 then the output switches to the bad HFP mode instead using the HQ codec. But its not a gaming headset, otherwise it would be the best overall headset ever.
Igor Perin I’ve always really enjoyed their balanced sound, and with the app, they are extensively configurable for EQ. The ANC is “good”, but not as good as the PXC-550 (which I’m also trying now), and certainly not as good as the Sony’s being reviewed here. I really like the Sennheiser sound profile, they start out very balanced, somewhat more bass than the normal profile, it very clear miss and highs as well. And they are VERY durable. Most times 8 simply put them in their microfiber pouch, put them in my bag and go. I’ve never had any issues with multi-device switching, nor any issues with comfort. Again though, after a week with the Sony’s, they seem like five-year old tech (which they are). I keep them for around the house listening and still use them as a Plan “B”.
Ok I just want to clarify this for all people the Sonys can connect to multiple devices at once. Its just that Sony (for whatever reason) forgot to mention that in the manual but its listed on their website. Anyway Sony 4 life, love all their headphones
It can store pairings for each device no problem but it cannot be connected to multiple at the same time - in order for the current pairing to change the current device needs to be switched off or you have to manually change connection.
Sony beats Bose noise cancelling. Tried em on the plane. Fullstop. Sound quality is subjective. Both are good. Sony's a bass thumper, and Bose makes Sony sound mushy with its clarity.
I can agree with your opinion, but dont forget the fact that we compering Sony's half year old headphones against Bose's almost 3 years old noise cancelling headphone. To be honest I waiting for the QC 45 or 35 iii which may will come out this year. (sorry for bad english, I tried my best)
Cookies n Cream Gaming i Have both tho i have the xm2’s i gotta tell you man i bought sony’s first but i was frustrated with the clarity of music with Sony’s on the other hand Bose has a much more clearer and balanced sound in all spectrum even ty from inner fidelity mentioned that in his review.. Bose tho needs to step up with their anc
@@airhead077 Bose needs to step up their ANC for sure, with XM3's ANC being mind-blowing. But I really like Bose's clarity, except I wish they had slightly more powerful base and an in-app EQ. (Maybe even ambient noise like Sony!) xD
Great video! I got the Bose qc35 a little over a year ago and wear them for hours everyday. I sometimes forget I’m even wearing them but my favourite feature is switching from my iPad - phone by simply pausing one device. (If they’re both playing audio, the headphones switch instantly from one device to the next) I’ve never owned the Sony’s but they do look a little chunkier and less stylish imo lol
Truly the atmospheric optimizer is an extremely underrated feature. My 68 years old Mum is flying restrictions for several years as she's prone to severe earache. We even consulted a couple of ENT's with no resolve. Now if the Sony M3 can help her fly, there's no words to thank them enough 🙂🙏. Ironically, as a part of my job, I have even sold a few of this headset, unaware of this fantastic boon. Sincere gratitude to this RUclipsr for posting this video.
Just lost --> forgotten somewhere I will never remember, my Bose, Just bought the Sony (both reviews here). I was very pleased with my Bose, but today I’ve decided for a different brand, and I loved the overall design (specially the beige color; ) of the Sony WH-1000Xm3
I liked that you gave the smallest details like the Bose has 2.5 mm jack on one side and that Sony cannot connect to 2 devices at once. Nice video. Thanks a lot.
Just bought the QC35 II today and had a really hard time deciding between the two. To me it came down to the comfortability. And that is where Bose outshines Sony. At least to me. Yeah, the sound on the XM3 is a bit better (but not much). Also the overall tech is a bit more fancy. But these factors are not that much of a benefit and I can easily do without them. Either way both headphones are amazing and will make their owner quite happy.
I’m glad you’re one of the very few honest about their mic. Actually it’s not because of wind. Overall Sony perform very poor even in indoor noisy places like coffee shop or chatty office. With some people getting very early batch of Sony, the mic is unusable at all and I’d suggest sending them to Sony. Bose mic win not only its physical implementation, it is its processing picking our voice way better than anything in the market. I’ve posted mic tests of lots of headphones and you’d be surprised how many headphones struggle as comparing to Bose.
Wouldn't one be a fool to spend 300$ on average headphones only because they have a better microphone? I'd rather get the 10 other better features for the same price.
@@SpringloftStudio Talking about solely the Bose vs Sony, the ONLY two features the Bose has better are the double Bluetooth connectivity and the SLIGHTLY ever better comfort. The Sony butchers the Bose in every single other department. Have you even watched the video? The Sony is a no brainer for the ultimate package seeker.
Both are very comfortable. I don't like Sony's issue with multi-bluetooth connections. Out of the box the Bose sounds more clear and better balanced. The Sony is way to bassy for me. The mids are a bit muddy. I'm a big Sony fan, but that made my decision for the QC35II.
Just looking at the bose, let alone handling it in your hands you know its in a diferent league to the sonys build quality. Having physical buttons excellent. i do like the app control of the sony, but that touch control is a pita!
I have the wired QC25 & bought the XM3 two months ago. The Sony’s sound & ANC is a lot better, but had I learned earlier, I would’ve settled with my QC25s & saved $350 on the XM3s. They both sound great.
I have tried the Sony's and they sound amazing. I own the QC35 II and prefer the physical buttons over gesture controls. If I could afford both, I would use the Sony's for listening to hip hop only, and Bose for everything else. I would definitely choose Bose for movie watching during a flight.
I've had the Bose QC35II for 2 years, and was never happy with how they felt:1) physical comfort - I suspect these are made for LARGE heads but for me, they always felt like the headband was about to slip backwards and off my head 2) I felt weird with the noise cancellation on, I guess it's what people refer to as cabin pressure (but it happens all the time), and also when I touch the plastic casing while the headphones were on, the mic would amplify the sound. Anyway, I just bought the Sony WH-XB900N and WOW I LOVE them. The most comfortable sitting on my head and over my ears, and the sound is much more comfortable and natural. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THEM. The Sony 1000M3 are obviously fantastic too but the XB900 has more comfy ear cushions.
Time for a counter argument. 1. The sony's cant be used in the cold, the touch controls go wack. 2. The 2.5 mm is to reduce weight, and the bose are lighter. 3. The bose are just more comfortable, snd they prob will always be. 4. 2.5 to 3.5 are easy to find on amazon and such
@@okene yeah. I found that when it comes to comfort, bose never looses...but...over all, i have been using the matshall monitor ii because of the sound signature, and the way they fold up
Great review ... it is delightful to hear the good and bad (more the bad/concern) being discussed many reviewers do not do this or gloss over it ... really like the other reviews on the channel...
I would like to buy either of this but I have heard the sony are pretty badly built, specifically around the hinge whom apparently keep breaking over time. That's ain't something I can afford to have happened to such a expensive item.
I purchased the Sony WH - 1000 XM3, purely on the quality of the headphones. Full discloser - I used to work as a professional radio announcer for 15 years and wore headphones professionally for work every day. The Sony headphones simply have a much better sound, all the rest of the bells and whistles, don't really count in my books. Great report, you are 100% spot on.
I don't own the Bose, and no longer have them in my possession. The Bose aren't bad headphones, but the Sonys sound better, have better ANC and features, and have USB-C with quick charge. I just can't see why anyone would rather buy the Bose over the Sony.@Young Entrepreneur
@@The1andonlyBYack I'm considering the Bose because of the comfort mainly. I need to be able to wear my headphones for most of those 12 hour flights. I also like that it has a better mic, which to me is important. I also like that Bose sells ear pads (I checked and Sony doesn't) which to me is important because no ear pad lasts forever. Those are my priorities. Comfort (wearing it for long periods of time), mic and pad replacement. That and I want them to be durable. What do you think?
Sony all the way. I love mine. I refuse to pay for an older generation (Bose) , with same price point. I tested them both and the sound quality and noise cancellation of the Sony was what one me over. Mind you, I went into the store with every intention of buying a Bose.
I got Bose earlier for father‘s day gift from my beloved family and my buddy just happened had the Sony, so i went ahead and did a comparsion, hands down Sony had just as good if not better sounds and Bose as always has much higher price tag, i returned Bose and got Sony which its on sale the $ is now just over $200, saved over $100, i am happy with Sony
I'm buying one or the other this week. After reading 100+ reviews on both, I've seen a common trend: The Sony call microphone (sound from the other end of your call) is pretty bad and headband breakage seems to be a common issue (not covered under warranty).
😄Hahaha!! I'm laughing because I literally spent yesterday abd all this morning doing the same thing! I ended up ordering the Bose... N I'm still questioning whether I made the right choice💆Idk... They'll be here tomorrow, so I guess I'll see then! Lol. It was between these two in this video(Sony & Bose), and also the Beats Studio3 were also in the running when I first started researching. I not so quickly cut the Beats out of the running. Lol! Tbh I just love the look and variety of colors they come in. That's all... So I figured instead of buying $300 headphones cuz they're aesthetically pleasing, I should be smarter! Anyways... I'm blabbering now. I almost wish I got the Sony. I guess if I really change my mind I'll just exchange them! Good luck👍🙂
I had tested Sony WH-1000XM3 and BOSE QC35 II. Obviously, Sony is not what I expected while listening to audiophile music. The sound is unrealistic. It looks bulky on my head. BOSE is the best. I bought BOSE QC35 II in Qatar. I am very happy with it.. Thank you..
Yeah, I have both.. Hate to say it, but he be right... Sony kicks on overall sound and the bass whoe! Blows the bose out of the competition.. Good review.
I have the Bose QC 35 II headphones. Incredible clear sound, great punchy bass, and best of all they make screaming kids on long haul flights go away :-)
I looked at a lot of these reviews just before I bought my Bose I was actually going to buy the Sony's. Then I tried a Sony's on to compare to the Bose. My preference Bose are just so much more comfortable. And they don't scratch your ear like Sony's
I live in hot climate. Which one do you think will make my ears less hot and sweaty for longer-period use? Debating buying one cause I can't get a proper answer to this.
@@meeravinod7165 Best way is to go to Best buy and try them on if you have the option. I found the Bose I can wear for long periods of time pretty easily but I haven't tried in hot climates so I don't know.
As I have compromised hearing in both ears, I would like a more detailed review on the Sony sound-molding & equalizer features in the Sony app. I'm returning the Bose I just bought & getting the Sony. Music & TV are more important to me than ambiant sound dampening. Thanks for a well produced & informative video. Catmandude
Not so close? lmao. This is probably the most evenly matched comparison of any two technological products I have ever seen. These headphones are, in terms of quality, are basically the exact same. You literally can not go wrong with either of these headphones. The decision is literally all just personal preference. Also note: You are the first reviewer I have seen for these headphones (out of like 30+) that gave Sony the win for comfort. Literally everyone else I've watched have said no one can match comfort of Bose or Noise Cancellation
Excellent, thoughtful review. Thank you for providing such tremendous value. Glad I found this video. By far the most comprehensive and thorough review of 2 heavy hitters in this market sector
Why did I choose the Bose over Sony? 1. Pairing with two devices. 2. Excellent microphone compared to Sony which is horrible. 3. Physical buttons. 4. Comfort. 5. Great sound quality and NC. 6. Kick ass silver colour. If these don't matter for you and you just want a better bass sound, go for the Sony's.
1. I don't give 2 shits about this feature. 2. The Microphone has been improved in a firmware update. You make it sound like it really is horrible. Try it after the update before judging. 3. The Sony has physical buttons as well. Touch controls work perfect. Again, this point makes no sense. 4. The Sonys are extremely comfortable as well. You make it sound like they'll make you hurt. The Bose only has a slight advantage in terms of comfort. Nice try. 5. The sound quality in the Sony is objectively better. The Bose sounds flat. 6. My Sony also has a kickass gold-ish / silver color. Totally subjective. Reasons why you souldn't even look at the Bose: 7. The Sonys have Usb-C charging. 8. WAY better app and ANC features (Atmospheric optimization for less cabin pressure in flights, your Bose wouldn't do shit in such situation). 9. APTX / APTX-HD and LDAC codecs. Destroys SBC which the Bose are limited to. One would be a fool to get the Bose given all the beforementioned points. It's like purchasing an Apple device, the price makes no sense but people still buy it. Sony is the objectively better buy and only fanboys would say otherwise!
@@zaka2630 First of all, this is my opinion, if you don't like it, at least respect it. Don't call me 'a fanboy' or 'a fool', it's all subjective and the least thing to do is to show respect to different opinions and not to judge others. My friend has the Sony and we tested the microphone, she couldn't hear me, I did a thorough reading and hands-on comparison before I purchased the Bose. We tested different songs on both and some liked the sound on Bose, it's all a matter of taste.
@@EliasAbuAta When you give an opinion, ateast state facts :) do not make it sound like your cans are the best. They are far from ones. You sound exactly like what an iSheep would say when an Android user proves his smartphone is way superior.
@@EliasAbuAta and RIGHT after updating my firmware, all the people I talk to hear absolutely everything clearly and I too have tested it to make sure. So... Jokes on you! :))
@@zaka2630 Again judging and calling names. I think I was clear when I said I had both headphones in hand and we tested them, we were three people. I have my own reasons to go with what makes me comfortable and you have your own. Do I judge you? Do I call you names? Stop this please and enjoy your headphones and I will enjoy mine :) Peace
I will neer buy Bose again...I bought their headphones for about $300 + about 3 years ago and after about one year the leather started to crack and about one year later the leather came off...Yup...that bad. The headphones were used only at my home office on my desk. Never left the house. The guy from Best Buy told me that they had received multiple complains about the same issue. I bought the Android Buds yesterday but I think I will also buy the WH1000xm3. The noise cancellation is incredible...I tested them at Best Buy. THANK YOU FOR THE GREAT REVIEW...SUBSCRIBED.
Cesar Antonio I have never used such high price headphones before but my experience coming from using a $175 Sony headphone is exactly the same. The leather on the ear cups and the part on the head started to fall off after a while too. I also only use it at home. Maybe the higher price headphones will come with better material. Howwerver, i just want to let you know Sony has the similar problem before considering buying.
Sony is in fact a lot better in the basics. Sound quality is much better and the noise canceling is much better. The rest is debatable but i also find them more confortable and more stylish than the boses..
Caleb, whenever I'm considering a product, I ALWAYS look for your personal reviews. I'm looking into one of these for my wife, and you just confirmed my feelings about the Sony. Another job WELL done!
A feature that Bose has that you didn’t touch on is “Music Share”. Bose allows two Bose QC35II’s to share the Bluetooth connection and listen to the same stream at the same time. This is a very cool feature for those that have friends who also have a newer Bose headset and want to listen to the same stream at the same time. My wife and I use this feature when we want to watch something on the iPad and not disturb anyone else. Thumbs up to the Bose!
if you use this on a regular basis , you will find the headband will start to creak and pop like a haunted wooden door creaking. Sony has no headband replacement because it is "irreplaceable" I am tired of these companies selling us products that don't last very long. I will never buy another Sony product.
Bought the Sony, Sound Quality and Noise Cancelling second to NONE..Amazing, much better than the BOSE in my opinion. BUT I take a lot of calls and found out no one could hear me on the Sony .. also pairing to multiple devices is extremely useful for travelling and connecting to my laptop and mobile at the same time. Long story short, I took the Sony back and got the Bose instead. Miss the sound and funky interface of the Sony but in my life, practicality reigns.
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I used both, from my experience, Sony has better sound quality, but Bose is comfier from longer hours usage, no stress on ears, whereas Sony made my ears hurt after a few hours of use.
Agree with this guy
Agree i Used Sony My ear going hot
It really depends on the genre of music you listen to. The Bose you can definitely separate each musical instrument when listening to rock, classical, jazz and has a wider sound stage. The Sony is more boomy and has a much deeper, yet artificial bass for hip hop, edm. If you're a bass head, Sony. If you're more of a musical enthusiast that appreciates a more purer cleaner sound, the Bose.
@@liquid79 agree. Bose is perfect for jazz. The Old bass instrument Celo i think could not be heard in the Sony
@@liquid79 couldn’t agree more
0:37 "which one is best?" *looks inadvertently at the Sony's*
Nice, i didn't catch that at first
I SAW THAT! I see a lot of people do that! Example: mom hides phone* WHERE IS MY PHONE! 👀. Takes phone back*
Spoiler alert
@@Akaicchii good Cuz the video is 15minutes long🤣
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.
Lloyd Lausa I had no idea you could do that
@@lynnguyen7010 Yes you could, when you're on a flight, upon reaching a high altitude or when about to land and you start to feel then pain of cabin pressure on your ears, just press & hold for 3 secs the ambient button of the Sony's and you will hear a voice prompt "Optimizer start" or you could also do that in the Sony's Headphone app on the settings "Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing" and the cabin pressure goes away. You could repeat the process several times until you feel the desired comfort on your ears.
This is the most underrated feature.
@@ahmatm2147 Yes it is, and possibly not all M3 users know this feature. Very helpful indeed for someone like me who do often flight travels.
Agree. I tried Bose QC but they gave me headaches and made me nauseated. However with sony’s feature, its much more comfortable to use. No more pain or headaches!
When you accidentally get Beats to flex and regret it
xD that's oddly specific
I got beats studio 3 and Sony, I regret ever getting the beats. The gap between the two is enormous, If it weren’t for the nice option colors nobody would ever buy beats headphone, it’s absolute trash.
@@angrysasuke3875 Omg dude same here! I bought the beats studio 3 thinking I was cool but when I got them I was soooo disappointed in everything from lack of good bass to shitty noise cancelling, and guess what they broke after 8 months due to poor quality since my hinge fell off literally by sitting on my head, i did not drop them or hit them. Got them replaced via warranty for brand new pair and guess what? they arent being used you can find them on Facebook marketplace and craigslist LOL I am buying Sony XM3s and never looking back.
August -lmao mine broke too after few months, the headband suddenly cracked for no absolute reason despite the fact that i rarely ever used them, thought it was strange
P I z z a I literally just picked up my Sony xm3 for 240usd brand new, and selling my brand new beats studio for 200$ god the difference is night and day
13:03 Sony . You're welcome
thank youuu!!!!!
Thank you 😂
Microphone sucks
No Multiconnect, Very Stiff, Uncomphy. Sony sucks and Bose wins 100%
Dark Matter wrong Sony is rated a lot higher by other very popular you tubers and people agree Sony is better.
I have both and i can honestly say i enjoy the Bose far more than the Sony. The dual pairing and the physical buttons is much more convenient in my opinion. I bought the Sony expecting to be blown away due to all of the hype behind it but tbh i wasn't a fan because it sounds muddy from the bass imo. They are both good headphones but i would highly recommend whoever is considering buying them to try them both at a local best buy or other tech spot.
I've had my QuietComfort 35 Series I for around 4 years and they still work perfectly. I've had to replace the ear cushions once, and might need to do it again sometime soon, but they've never failed me.
Does the battery still lasts long?
How often do you replace the ear cushions? Do you still use them today?
‘I was very happy with the Bose until the Sony came along.’ 😂
haha me too
Understand, but you do get what you pay for. The right cup interactions are worth looking into, else I would say you are correct. These are higher quality if you physically put them side-by-side with others.
Im still very happy with my Bose because I like the styling better and they are in a slimmer shape. Yes the Sony sounds better and has more features but im just in love with my Bose
@@LEVEL3D i got sony 100xm2, but my relative got bose, after using his bose for awhile i do really enjoyed bose qc 35ii!
@@patriotsouthern8123 are they loud tho? Because I listen to rap too I need something louder then the sennheiser's I got a few months ago... Like something loud in volume like the original Beats by Dre's but with better sound quality
I always appreciate when a reviewer gives a straight recommendation, thank you.
which he didn't...
@@andrii3810 except he did. He said Sony hands down.
Perfect well explained video, had a nice pace, and also matched the researching I did on these 2 headphones. Going for the sony's and I hope it's worth it. I've worn my friend's qc35s for literally 2 minutes and ever since then I've fell in love with it and anc headphones. The bose's comfort is king, it is like your ears are floating in space when you wear them, but I can get the sony's for free using a points program from my credit card (and the bose's aren't available in my cc points program). Well deserved sub!
Edit: *disclaimer that this is from my experience so everything here will not be the same as your experience*
The sony's are pretty nice, not as comfy as the bose (at least from my 2 minute experience from the bose). The most annoying part of the sony's are that they can only connect to one device at a time. If these would connect to two devices at a time, then switching between devices would be so easy. The app is also very easy to use and the cool part is the adaptive sound control. It senses when you are sitting down vs moving around so it will adjust the noise cancellation (not that I would use this since I wouldn't use this outside, but I was just really surprised by it when I walked around the house). The sound on these things are also superb, I was using a plantronics backbeat pro 2 before this and the plantronics definitely aren't as comfy or even close to sounding as good as the sony's audio quality (almost like I'm listening using a plugged in headset). You can also change the button for ambient control/noise cancellation to google assistant in the app, and the touch controls are a little finicky. I would have preferred physical buttons, but I guess these work pretty well for what they are (98% accurate touches every single time). The second con of this headset is that they don't pause music if you take them off, the plantronics did, and it is just such a convenient feature. You also look like an idiot when you try to palm the right can on the headset to activate the ambient control, but it's pretty damn cool. The mic also sucks on the sony headset, people will be able to hear you, but obviously, it ain't going to be very good.
Listening to this video on my Sony WH-1000Xm3 headphones bluetoothed to my Sony XBR65X900E TV. Having both of these headphones at my place of work made it easy to compare.
Having owned many headphones and not really using any of them consistently after a couple weeks, despite enjoying them for the most part, I was surprised by how frequently I WANT to just pop the sony's on my head even for short periods.
They just sound awesome, clean and rich and clear and full. Like you said, much better mids. Clean, punchy bass, not overwhelming bass, just rich bass that compliments the rest of the music, that allows you to hear other details.
And I LOVE the ambient sound mode. As a parent needing to keep my ears open for my toddlers and the inevitable destruction they are wreaking, ambient sound is fantastic and allows me to hear my music, and my kids.
Any physical discomfort?
Bose for me. Connected to phone and laptop which are perfect for my work, and they work in the cold.
Enjoy your shittier headphones lol
Vakil Gill 😆
Lol if he’s in a cold environment then it’s definitely the better choice.
Caleb, products aside, I just wanted to compliment you for the production quality, theme and content of this video, very classy.
By far the best review of these two headphones I've seen...I'm so glad I found it!
Digital trends uploading a video longer than 4 minutes? WOAH
They were very very happy until the Sony came along.
Unless I missed it in the video, sound leakage is often a huge factor in deciding which set of cans to go with. The Bose lose in this category by a mile. I feel this needs to be a part of any thorough review.
Thanks for your excellent work
Why? You watching porn?
So true
@@user-ib5mx8ro4k you don't want everybody around you listen to your music
I was listening this video on Bose. I like it and no doubt Sony is great too. I have been using Bose Speakers 🔊 and Earphone for over 5 years.
D K I was a Bose fan too (I own Soundtrue ultra in ear and soundsport) until Bang and Olufsen came along and Bose started to feel inferior and cheap to me in terms of sound and material..
I really like the quick charging on the Sony M3’s & the convenience & even the voice message telling me when battery is getting low etc , just feels more of an advanced system that works so well in different areas on theses Sony headphones
My defense on Bose is that in Bose you can say "Alexa play despacito" when something bad happens
Sony got alexa too
Gayyy
Mememaster 64 good to know :)
sony even has siri
Dead meme
Best tutorial/review I’ve seen in a LONG time. Thanks!
Clear, professional, all-age inclusive (beginners-pros)
You said “save these two” instead of “except these two” I like your old English, sir.
I only listen to classical music and have been enjoying the Bose QC35 II for almost two years now. Those headsets are just FA-BU-LOUS !!!! The sound quality is more than divine ... It leaves any other headset in the dust !!!
This is an excellent review, great content and presentation. One thing I will mention is that a lot of people tend to say that the Sony's have better sound quality because of the punch of the bass. I don't understand why people focus on bass so much when there's such a wide variety of music where bass is not always desired at the level that the Sony's offer. I do appreciate the equalizer in the Sony app though, but it is frustrating that people just seem to think that more bass means better sound quality.
Do you know whats even more annoying? The Sony's sound way too bassy if you don't apply EQ. They actually sound like shit - And you can't apply any EQ when using it wired. So you can kiss in-flight entertainment goodbye!
most modern music is super bassy.
If you dont listen to bass heavy music then the sonys are not actually a good choice. Like me: I listen to mostly classical. The sonys are a bad choice for that
I think that has to do with the trend in the pop music mixing. Might be wrong though...
@@anubisgod23 I am not audiophile, but in my opinion Bose sounds much better and you can hear more details.
@@rozrewolwerowanyrewolwer391 agree. I love bose
when he bent the bose headphones it made me gasp for a minute because Ive never seen anyone twist headphones like that
I Hate Snakeu you should watch some of JimsReviewRoom reviews of headphones 😯
@@lifegoeson1007 sadly he aint doing anymore reviews on youtube...been looking forward to his Sony WH1000-XM4 reviews..
Aaron Lo oh ok
search jims rveiws room bose qc35 he twists those mofos
Hi, I like your video because I'm french and you speak clearly enough for me to understand you. Thanks to you, now I know which headphones I will buy and I have improve my english!
I have both only because the Sony was on sale and had such good review. I do agree that the Sony does have better sounds, ANC, and app. For my head, the Bose is more comfortable. I also prefer the physical buttons on the Bose. One thing the reviewer didn't mention, but I realized very useful after many months of uses; the Bose can connect to 2 devices at a time and very easy to change to different saved devices in its memory without going to the settings of any devices. Sony can only connect to one at a time and to switch to another saved device requires you go to BT setting of current device to disconnect it and BT setting of 2nd device to connect it. I know it's a first world problem!!!
My recommendation after many months of use is if you mostly rely on one device for your headphones, then I'd go with the Sony. If you constantly switch between devices (in my case - phone, ipad, chromebook, PC, and android tablet) and need 2 connections at a time, then I'd seriously look at the Bose. Ease of use and convenient do matter over times. I like the sound of Sony, but I kept gravitate to the Bose for daily use because how easy it is the change between devices.
Bluenycom
Multiple device connected are deal breaker and very convenient for me
Sony firm ware update will allow multiple connection soon.
Which has better sound cancellation? And how good is it
Ok thank you!
I got an ad for the Sony headphones before this video😂
Illuminati bro
I use an ad blocker. Why don't you?
annecy49 no ad blocker on a phone
@@jarjarbunks2844 I didn't know that -- learned something!
You have been watching Sony headphones ads
♥ Still using my Xm3 in 2024, and they are still as awesome as the day I bought them. I fly twice a week every week and they have never disappointed.
You forgot one crucial thing - how do both perform on the heat/sweat factor after wearing for 1+ hour? If they are uncomfortable, doesnt matter how good the sound quality is.
He said he could wear it for about 6 hours without getting that incomfortable
I had the borrowed the sony from a friend for a trip, I could not wear them longer than 2/3h at the time. Too hot and became unconfortable. Bought the bose and just came back from a trip from Bangkok to Europe, and for me the Bose where the right choice. I would give the sony a little bit better noise cancelling. But end of the day if I cant wear them for 6h or more at the time, Bose wins.
I wear my Bose for long periods......they never get hot or sweaty on my ears
@RedPanda I tried out both of these for an extended period of time here in Dubai where the climate can be a bit warmer...well hot actually. I definitely became more uncomfortable with the Sony’s after 1.5 - 2 hrs and needed to take them off. The Bose somehow gave my big ears room and the curiously enough the music I was listening just felt lighter in the Bose. I wish it were the Sony’s though because like the reviewer, I think it’s a better product.
Alexander Binder Yeah I agree. I think with these type of headphones, comfort is even more important than sound quality. And as long as the Bose sounds decent, I would prob choose most on comfort, including resistance to sweating.
I got the Sony pair. They are my favorite headphones (so far) that I've ever had. I'm new to noise cancelling tech, so it's nice, since my neighbors are very loud. I can tune them out and everything else (instead of pushing in uncomfortable earplugs). They seem to work well on phone calls, though I was told I sound like I'm "in a bubble".
Using the Sony's for a year now, superb flight silencing which was a key selling point for me, great battery power, USB C is a huge plus as my phone uses the same and only one charger is needed, the speed chargin is amazing too, not mentioned here is the sony NFC functionality which I use extensivly to switch between my PC/Laptop and my phone. They are really airtight, even when listening to music really loud my wife sitting next to me cant hear much which just adds to the overall listening experience.
For sound quality I much more preffer the Sony's as well, did listen to both on pre recorded tracks in the store and well, they did just sound better to me but that is personal prefference.
Did any problems occur at low temperatures? (Ghosting at the touchpad shall appear at 10° Celsius and lower :/) would you recommend to by them now at this pricepoint?
Had some really bad experience in the past with expensive headphones...
Sometimes I put my Sony's flat on the table and ...just admire the beauty of the "beast". They are my first ANC headphones and I'm loving them. The only down side is the limited multipoint connection and I think, for having tried the Bose, the comfort as well. It's just an inch below the Bose. Sondwise, I like some bass so it's excellent. When I need less bass all I do is just adjust it in th app.It's all a matter of preference.
If you are use a lot of time disconnecting and reconnecting the headphones from phone to pc then you may enjoy this little program i made. It sends a message to your phone to turn off Bluetooth and then activates Bluetooth auto-connect on your pc. It can all happen by clicking a keyboard shortcut to.
github.com/Jesper-Hustad/HeadphoneBluetoothSwap
What about the microphone it has terrible review
Great video. So after watching 5 videos by top youtubers .... There's a consensus that Sony wins over Bose.
I do find the sudden appearance of multiple videos appearing in my feed that recommend the Sony over the Bose a little suspicious
Depends on how important accurate sound reproduction means to you...
Sony is great for noise cancelling?
@@DarkDonnieMarco Almost all reviews in YT as well as in Reddit agrees Sony over Bose. So nothing is conspicuous.
Just sold my QC35II and bought XM3- of course hands down for Sony’s new model
Did you feel any different with sony on your ears during NC on?
@@misterpringles2384 I had QC 35s as well. Sonys is noticeably different.
@@jamesbernedo3204 Are Sony's more comfortable on the head? Even when having them for a long time?
@@janzac4797 Bose has the upper hand on comfort ability. But it's not like you cant have the Sony's on for hours. Bose is just lighter. That might be the only thing bose has on it
Hows the sound quality?
You can use the Sony with two devices (limited). They have one bluetooth connection for HQ music playback (aptX, LDAC etc.) and one for HSP/HFP. For instance I can connect my voip phone (desk) with the Sony and playing music from my mobile. If a call goes in, I click on headset and can talk over the headphone. A colleague showed me that (he owns the Bose). The music on the smartphone won't stop, but its muted until you finished calling, then you hear music again ;)
On my android system there is also written in the bluetooth connection that it can only play music and not used as a headset when I connect it with the voip phone. Maybe this works also with the computer.
One downside, if you use it on the PC with the passive mode (with cable) it sounds like garbage, you have to activate them to sound like always (there is also an impendance change). Second if you try to use the microphone on Windows 10 then the output switches to the bad HFP mode instead using the HQ codec. But its not a gaming headset, otherwise it would be the best overall headset ever.
Thank you for upfront answer to which on is better.
Most reviewers don't do that.
Great review - I just purchased the Sony's after 4 years with Sennheiser Momentum wireless. This will be a significant upgrade.
What's your feedback about momentum wireless?
Igor Perin I’ve always really enjoyed their balanced sound, and with the app, they are extensively configurable for EQ. The ANC is “good”, but not as good as the PXC-550 (which I’m also trying now), and certainly not as good as the Sony’s being reviewed here.
I really like the Sennheiser sound profile, they start out very balanced, somewhat more bass than the normal profile, it very clear miss and highs as well.
And they are VERY durable. Most times 8 simply put them in their microfiber pouch, put them in my bag and go. I’ve never had any issues with multi-device switching, nor any issues with comfort. Again though, after a week with the Sony’s, they seem like five-year old tech (which they are).
I keep them for around the house listening and still use them as a Plan “B”.
Ok I just want to clarify this for all people the Sonys can connect to multiple devices at once. Its just that Sony (for whatever reason) forgot to mention that in the manual but its listed on their website. Anyway Sony 4 life, love all their headphones
It can connect? I can't connect to more than one device at a time.....
Wait how? I thought they didn't allow that for this headphone?
It can store pairings for each device no problem but it cannot be connected to multiple at the same time - in order for the current pairing to change the current device needs to be switched off or you have to manually change connection.
Sony beats Bose noise cancelling. Tried em on the plane. Fullstop.
Sound quality is subjective. Both are good. Sony's a bass thumper, and Bose makes Sony sound mushy with its clarity.
I can agree with your opinion, but dont forget the fact that we compering Sony's half year old headphones against Bose's almost 3 years old noise cancelling headphone. To be honest I waiting for the QC 45 or 35 iii which may will come out this year. (sorry for bad english, I tried my best)
@@adamszigeti8542 same here waiting for qc45 hope they will release it soon. Any news?
@@dual_5928 sadly no
Cookies n Cream Gaming i Have both tho i have the xm2’s i gotta tell you man i bought sony’s first but i was frustrated with the clarity of music with Sony’s on the other hand Bose has a much more clearer and balanced sound in all spectrum even ty from inner fidelity mentioned that in his review.. Bose tho needs to step up with their anc
@@airhead077 Bose needs to step up their ANC for sure, with XM3's ANC being mind-blowing. But I really like Bose's clarity, except I wish they had slightly more powerful base and an in-app EQ. (Maybe even ambient noise like Sony!) xD
Had the m3, returned them & got the Bose & don’t regret it at all
Great video!
I got the Bose qc35 a little over a year ago and wear them for hours everyday. I sometimes forget I’m even wearing them but my favourite feature is switching from my iPad - phone by simply pausing one device. (If they’re both playing audio, the headphones switch instantly from one device to the next)
I’ve never owned the Sony’s but they do look a little chunkier and less stylish imo lol
Lol Sony looks way better and sleek than the bikini design Bose. Lol what's wrong with people taste
Haha. It’s 2019
Not 2002 hah. Those Sony’s look like joe Rogans bulky ass headphones lol
Haha. Pwssy!
Truly the atmospheric optimizer is an extremely underrated feature. My 68 years old Mum is flying restrictions for several years as she's prone to severe earache. We even consulted a couple of ENT's with no resolve. Now if the Sony M3 can help her fly, there's no words to thank them enough 🙂🙏.
Ironically, as a part of my job, I have even sold a few of this headset, unaware of this fantastic boon. Sincere gratitude to this RUclipsr for posting this video.
6:00 Bose vs Sony. battery life!
Just lost --> forgotten somewhere I will never remember, my Bose,
Just bought the Sony (both reviews here). I was very pleased with my Bose, but today I’ve decided for a different brand, and I loved the overall design (specially the beige color; ) of the Sony WH-1000Xm3
You guys deserve more subscribers! Very clean and great presentation.
i have M3 for a month now, and absolutely love it.
Rs4 is better
@@TheG60528XiJinPing hahaaa, nice one
@@luchipunchi98 🙋
Powahhhhhhh!!!!
Had the Gen 1 Sony, it was good but a little uncomfortable. Glad they fixed that. Waiting for Bluetooth 5.0 to upgrade.
You can still connect to multiple devices btw
I liked that you gave the smallest details like the Bose has 2.5 mm jack on one side and that Sony cannot connect to 2 devices at once. Nice video. Thanks a lot.
The xm'3 can actually connect to multiple devices, definitely more than two it just wasn't listed on the original specs.
Sound quality is the most important factor of headphone! When do u buy it for phone call?
Just bought the QC35 II today and had a really hard time deciding between the two. To me it came down to the comfortability. And that is where Bose outshines Sony. At least to me. Yeah, the sound on the XM3 is a bit better (but not much). Also the overall tech is a bit more fancy. But these factors are not that much of a benefit and I can easily do without them. Either way both headphones are amazing and will make their owner quite happy.
Watching this video with my WH-1000xm3 :D
RoyBoy 123 !!! I have them but not using now :(
The same here 🙂
Me too
RoyBoy 123 Me too. Love them!
Same here. Very impressed
Don't know why I'm still watching videos like these. Got my Sony XB900N 2 weeks ago. And i love it though!
THIS IS THE BEST REVIEW EVER IN THE WORLD
Even tho the XM4s are out, I got the XM3 for $169 at Costco! Couldn’t be happier with my purchase
I’m glad you’re one of the very few honest about their mic. Actually it’s not because of wind. Overall Sony perform very poor even in indoor noisy places like coffee shop or chatty office. With some people getting very early batch of Sony, the mic is unusable at all and I’d suggest sending them to Sony.
Bose mic win not only its physical implementation, it is its processing picking our voice way better than anything in the market.
I’ve posted mic tests of lots of headphones and you’d be surprised how many headphones struggle as comparing to Bose.
Ya people gave a hard time hearing me at times when calling but the enjoy the audio more than. Bose
En P sure! As long as you know it’s limit and loving it, enjoy it, what else is better than that? 👍🏼
Wouldn't one be a fool to spend 300$ on average headphones only because they have a better microphone? I'd rather get the 10 other better features for the same price.
Zakaria Youncha it is not just mic. It’s the whole package.
What other you you’d recommend, what features and why?
@@SpringloftStudio Talking about solely the Bose vs Sony, the ONLY two features the Bose has better are the double Bluetooth connectivity and the SLIGHTLY ever better comfort. The Sony butchers the Bose in every single other department. Have you even watched the video? The Sony is a no brainer for the ultimate package seeker.
I have both and I totally agree that noise cancelation is same and sound quality sony is better ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I actually love the short USB c cable. I use it with my power bank to keep whatever is being charged tethered together and no tangle.
I don't use the short cable often because I have a longer one that has USB 3.0 but if there is more than just my cord it's the short cable for me
Both are very comfortable. I don't like Sony's issue with multi-bluetooth connections. Out of the box the Bose sounds more clear and better balanced. The Sony is way to bassy for me. The mids are a bit muddy. I'm a big Sony fan, but that made my decision for the QC35II.
Just looking at the bose, let alone handling it in your hands you know its in a diferent league to the sonys build quality.
Having physical buttons excellent. i do like the app control of the sony, but that touch control is a pita!
WTF is a "pita"?
Mike Grand LOL pain in the azz
I have the wired QC25 & bought the XM3 two months ago. The Sony’s sound & ANC is a lot better, but had I learned earlier, I would’ve settled with my QC25s & saved $350 on the XM3s. They both sound great.
"No I'm not using Bixby Voice...ever." Totally agree!
I have tried the Sony's and they sound amazing. I own the QC35 II and prefer the physical buttons over gesture controls. If I could afford both, I would use the Sony's for listening to hip hop only, and Bose for everything else. I would definitely choose Bose for movie watching during a flight.
That's interesting. Because, Sony has the best sound and ANC over bose.
Almost had a heart attack when he started bending and twisting the QC35s... wouldn’t dream of doing that with mine
I've had the Bose QC35II for 2 years, and was never happy with how they felt:1) physical comfort - I suspect these are made for LARGE heads but for me, they always felt like the headband was about to slip backwards and off my head 2) I felt weird with the noise cancellation on, I guess it's what people refer to as cabin pressure (but it happens all the time), and also when I touch the plastic casing while the headphones were on, the mic would amplify the sound. Anyway, I just bought the Sony WH-XB900N and WOW I LOVE them. The most comfortable sitting on my head and over my ears, and the sound is much more comfortable and natural. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THEM. The Sony 1000M3 are obviously fantastic too but the XB900 has more comfy ear cushions.
2.5 mm jack? Instant win for Sony...
ikr, what was Bose thinking?
It’s only on one side (headphone connection), the other side is a 3.5mm to plug into any regular headphone jack
@@vincentviviano8325 well that's kinda the point...
Time for a counter argument. 1. The sony's cant be used in the cold, the touch controls go wack. 2. The 2.5 mm is to reduce weight, and the bose are lighter. 3. The bose are just more comfortable, snd they prob will always be. 4. 2.5 to 3.5 are easy to find on amazon and such
@@okene yeah. I found that when it comes to comfort, bose never looses...but...over all, i have been using the matshall monitor ii because of the sound signature, and the way they fold up
Great review ... it is delightful to hear the good and bad (more the bad/concern) being discussed many reviewers do not do this or gloss over it ... really like the other reviews on the channel...
I would like to buy either of this but I have heard the sony are pretty badly built, specifically around the hinge whom apparently keep breaking over time. That's ain't something I can afford to have happened to such a expensive item.
I purchased the Sony WH - 1000 XM3, purely on the quality of the headphones.
Full discloser - I used to work as a professional radio announcer for 15 years and wore headphones professionally for work every day. The Sony headphones simply have a much better sound, all the rest of the bells and whistles, don't really count in my books.
Great report, you are 100% spot on.
Having used both quite a bit, the Sony’s win in everything.
@Young Entrepreneur Lol, you can't attach images in RUclips chats.
I don't own the Bose, and no longer have them in my possession. The Bose aren't bad headphones, but the Sonys sound better, have better ANC and features, and have USB-C with quick charge. I just can't see why anyone would rather buy the Bose over the Sony.@Young Entrepreneur
@@The1andonlyBYack I'm considering the Bose because of the comfort mainly. I need to be able to wear my headphones for most of those 12 hour flights. I also like that it has a better mic, which to me is important. I also like that Bose sells ear pads (I checked and Sony doesn't) which to me is important because no ear pad lasts forever. Those are my priorities. Comfort (wearing it for long periods of time), mic and pad replacement. That and I want them to be durable. What do you think?
The Sony are a real BEAST. Incredible sound: loud, clear, warm, extended sound stage and mind blowing noise cancellation.
Stefano P. the anc is a litte better than the bose not much better
Sony all the way. I love mine. I refuse to pay for an older generation (Bose) , with same price point. I tested them both and the sound quality and noise cancellation of the Sony was what one me over. Mind you, I went into the store with every intention of buying a Bose.
How is the sound cancellation?
I got Bose earlier for father‘s day gift from my beloved family and my buddy just happened had the Sony, so i went ahead and did a comparsion, hands down Sony had just as good if not better sounds and Bose as always has much higher price tag, i returned Bose and got Sony which its on sale the $ is now just over $200, saved over $100, i am happy with Sony
I'm using sony and it's awesome! ❤
I have both. I don't know why I still watch these videos
I'm buying one or the other this week. After reading 100+ reviews on both, I've seen a common trend: The Sony call microphone (sound from the other end of your call) is pretty bad and headband breakage seems to be a common issue (not covered under warranty).
😄Hahaha!! I'm laughing because I literally spent yesterday abd all this morning doing the same thing! I ended up ordering the Bose... N I'm still questioning whether I made the right choice💆Idk... They'll be here tomorrow, so I guess I'll see then! Lol. It was between these two in this video(Sony & Bose), and also the Beats Studio3 were also in the running when I first started researching. I not so quickly cut the Beats out of the running. Lol! Tbh I just love the look and variety of colors they come in. That's all... So I figured instead of buying $300 headphones cuz they're aesthetically pleasing, I should be smarter! Anyways... I'm blabbering now. I almost wish I got the Sony. I guess if I really change my mind I'll just exchange them! Good luck👍🙂
I had tested Sony WH-1000XM3 and BOSE QC35 II. Obviously, Sony is not what I expected while listening to audiophile music. The sound is unrealistic. It looks bulky on my head. BOSE is the best. I bought BOSE QC35 II in Qatar. I am very happy with it.. Thank you..
Bose and audiophile in the same phrase? Really?
9:56 just says it casually and continues on...I am crying laughing
Yeah, I have both.. Hate to say it, but he be right... Sony kicks on overall sound and the bass whoe! Blows the bose out of the competition.. Good review.
I have the Bose QC 35 II headphones. Incredible clear sound, great punchy bass, and best of all they make screaming kids on long haul flights go away :-)
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hate those kids!
I looked at a lot of these reviews just before I bought my Bose I was actually going to buy the Sony's. Then I tried a Sony's on to compare to the Bose. My preference Bose are just so much more comfortable. And they don't scratch your ear like Sony's
I live in hot climate. Which one do you think will make my ears less hot and sweaty for longer-period use? Debating buying one cause I can't get a proper answer to this.
@@meeravinod7165 Best way is to go to Best buy and try them on if you have the option. I found the Bose I can wear for long periods of time pretty easily but I haven't tried in hot climates so I don't know.
Watching this video helped me make my decision in an instant. The only thing I was worried about was the sony one'svare not comfortable. Thanks.
Not so fast.. sony headphones are terrible for watching Tv because of the audio delay
I got the WH-1000xm3, and am very happy with them.
As I have compromised hearing in both ears, I would like a more detailed review on the Sony sound-molding & equalizer features in the Sony app. I'm returning the Bose I just bought & getting the Sony. Music & TV are more important to me than ambiant sound dampening. Thanks for a well produced & informative video.
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Not so close? lmao. This is probably the most evenly matched comparison of any two technological products I have ever seen.
These headphones are, in terms of quality, are basically the exact same. You literally can not go wrong with either of these headphones. The decision is literally all just personal preference.
Also note: You are the first reviewer I have seen for these headphones (out of like 30+) that gave Sony the win for comfort. Literally everyone else I've watched have said no one can match comfort of Bose or Noise Cancellation
That is the way what I or most people like to hear - an honest, straight forward advice. Thanks+++
Sony XM3 has been the leader since 2018. I bought it this month. Love it
How’s the call quality?
The Blade Runner poster is the Scarface poster for geeks. I've certainly had one myself.
Excellent, thoughtful review. Thank you for providing such tremendous value. Glad I found this video. By far the most comprehensive and thorough review of 2 heavy hitters in this market sector
Well done! I was looking for a wireless noise cancelling headphones, and this video helped with that decision. Thank you!
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First reviewer who mentions passive noise isolation. Thanks. Need to know that for work
Why did I choose the Bose over Sony? 1. Pairing with two devices. 2. Excellent microphone compared to Sony which is horrible. 3. Physical buttons. 4. Comfort. 5. Great sound quality and NC. 6. Kick ass silver colour. If these don't matter for you and you just want a better bass sound, go for the Sony's.
1. I don't give 2 shits about this feature.
2. The Microphone has been improved in a firmware update. You make it sound like it really is horrible. Try it after the update before judging.
3. The Sony has physical buttons as well. Touch controls work perfect. Again, this point makes no sense.
4. The Sonys are extremely comfortable as well. You make it sound like they'll make you hurt. The Bose only has a slight advantage in terms of comfort. Nice try.
5. The sound quality in the Sony is objectively better. The Bose sounds flat.
6. My Sony also has a kickass gold-ish / silver color. Totally subjective.
Reasons why you souldn't even look at the Bose:
7. The Sonys have Usb-C charging.
8. WAY better app and ANC features (Atmospheric optimization for less cabin pressure in flights, your Bose wouldn't do shit in such situation).
9. APTX / APTX-HD and LDAC codecs. Destroys SBC which the Bose are limited to.
One would be a fool to get the Bose given all the beforementioned points. It's like purchasing an Apple device, the price makes no sense but people still buy it.
Sony is the objectively better buy and only fanboys would say otherwise!
@@zaka2630 First of all, this is my opinion, if you don't like it, at least respect it. Don't call me 'a fanboy' or 'a fool', it's all subjective and the least thing to do is to show respect to different opinions and not to judge others. My friend has the Sony and we tested the microphone, she couldn't hear me, I did a thorough reading and hands-on comparison before I purchased the Bose. We tested different songs on both and some liked the sound on Bose, it's all a matter of taste.
@@EliasAbuAta When you give an opinion, ateast state facts :) do not make it sound like your cans are the best. They are far from ones. You sound exactly like what an iSheep would say when an Android user proves his smartphone is way superior.
@@EliasAbuAta and RIGHT after updating my firmware, all the people I talk to hear absolutely everything clearly and I too have tested it to make sure. So... Jokes on you! :))
@@zaka2630 Again judging and calling names. I think I was clear when I said I had both headphones in hand and we tested them, we were three people. I have my own reasons to go with what makes me comfortable and you have your own. Do I judge you? Do I call you names? Stop this please and enjoy your headphones and I will enjoy mine :) Peace
I will neer buy Bose again...I bought their headphones for about $300 + about 3 years ago and after about one year the leather started to crack and about one year later the leather came off...Yup...that bad. The headphones were used only at my home office on my desk. Never left the house. The guy from Best Buy told me that they had received multiple complains about the same issue. I bought the Android Buds yesterday but I think I will also buy the WH1000xm3. The noise cancellation is incredible...I tested them at Best Buy. THANK YOU FOR THE GREAT REVIEW...SUBSCRIBED.
Cesar Antonio I have never used such high price headphones before but my experience coming from using a $175 Sony headphone is exactly the same. The leather on the ear cups and the part on the head started to fall off after a while too. I also only use it at home. Maybe the higher price headphones will come with better material. Howwerver, i just want to let you know Sony has the similar problem before considering buying.
@@tamtruong1225 wow, ok thanks for sharing.
Sony is in fact a lot better in the basics. Sound quality is much better and the noise canceling is much better. The rest is debatable but i also find them more confortable and more stylish than the boses..
Caleb, whenever I'm considering a product, I ALWAYS look for your personal reviews. I'm looking into one of these for my wife, and you just confirmed my feelings about the Sony. Another job WELL done!
I bought a month ago the sony m3 and its really really cool
Great overview, to the point and not "selling" one over another, simply stating factual useful information. God job
I disagree with you Bose is surely much kore comfortable, lighter in weight and fits to the head well. Sony falls of if you lay down. I used both.
It's literally subjective
A feature that Bose has that you didn’t touch on is “Music Share”. Bose allows two Bose QC35II’s to share the Bluetooth connection and listen to the same stream at the same time. This is a very cool feature for those that have friends who also have a newer Bose headset and want to listen to the same stream at the same time. My wife and I use this feature when we want to watch something on the iPad and not disturb anyone else. Thumbs up to the Bose!
if you use this on a regular basis , you will find the headband will start to creak and pop like a haunted wooden door creaking. Sony has no headband replacement because it is "irreplaceable" I am tired of these companies selling us products that don't last very long. I will never buy another Sony product.
had the same issue
Bought the Sony, Sound Quality and Noise Cancelling second to NONE..Amazing, much better than the BOSE in my opinion. BUT I take a lot of calls and found out no one could hear me on the Sony .. also pairing to multiple devices is extremely useful for travelling and connecting to my laptop and mobile at the same time. Long story short, I took the Sony back and got the Bose instead. Miss the sound and funky interface of the Sony but in my life, practicality reigns.
You Can pair with multiple devices even on the Sony just saying
@@kwertie133 aah yes - you are correct.. but I think the Bose handles it a little better
@@WeDontWantYourWar indeed