The bottom line: While they're no bargain, the Bose QuietComfort 15s currently offer the best sound and silencing capabilities in a pair of noise-canceling headphones.
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The Verdict: While we wish we could listen without power, the Bose QuietComfort 15 offers superior noise cancellation and good audio quality. quote
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The Verdict: While we wish we could listen without power, the Bose QuietComfort 15 offers superior noise cancellation and good audio quality.
Read the full review →Most people looking for noise-canceling headphones want to block out the rumble of a 737's engine or the endless drone of a subway car. In this regard, the QC15 can't be beat. That it also offers high quality, if not astounding, audio performance is a bonus.
Read the full review →I’m not music nut but I have found the QC3s – and now the QC15s – to be faithful to the source without too much bass and the comfort and noise-canceling seal the deal. If you travel, give them a try.
Read the full review →The Bose QuietComfort 15 can improve a work commute like few other over-ear headphone sets. Happy to be worn for hours, they'll take on duties at work too. Out-and-about, they thrive, but as an at-home musical partner you can get better sound quality for the same price.
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sevendaggers
Does not work well with rechargeable batteries without fidgeting with the battery compartment a majority of the time. As soon as you get the power on, it works beautifully and always a carry on must have when flying.
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getezra
These are my first foray into the world of noise canceling headphones. I have to say I'm very impressed with what Bose has done with that feature. Totally blocks out ambient noise, in an apartment or an airplane. The sound quality is very good, but not up to the level of Senheiser HD650s...
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miles42
In terms of noise cancelling sound quality, it is the best i have ever tried. But sound quality per se, it is only above average. Its not a use it everywhere, everyday type of headphones. For long flights, nothing comes close to this. B&W P5 may sound better, but noise cancelling wise, QC15...
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mkhedlund
Admittedly, I'm a Bose fanboy. I use both the noise canceling headphones when I travel and the earbuds when I commute. The noise cancelling headphones have superior sound quality with deep, rich bass as well as solid highs. The noise cancellation is top notch as well, easily besting other...
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