Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2023) Review
Our Verdict
The Bose QC Headphones 2023 set the standard for ANC headphones under $250 — featherlight, foldable, and with noise cancellation that puts pricier rivals to shame.
Pros & Cons
+ Pros
- +Best-in-class ANC for the price
- +Extremely lightweight and comfortable
- +Multipoint Bluetooth for two devices
- +USB-C fast charging
- +Foldable with carry case included
− Cons
- −Warm sound signature (not neutral)
- −No physical EQ controls
- −Touch controls can be finicky
- −Bose app required for full feature access
In-Depth Review
The Bose QuietComfort Headphones 2023 are the direct successor to the legendary QC45, and Bose has refined an already-great formula into something exceptional. The ANC remains best-in-class for the price — Bose's signature noise cancellation technology blocks low-frequency rumble (engines, AC units) more effectively than any competitor at this price point. At 8.5oz, they're remarkably light and comfortable for marathon listening sessions. Foldable design and a compact carry case make them the go-to travel companion. USB-C fast charging (15 minutes = 2.5 hours of play) is genuinely useful. Sound signature is warm and pleasantly enhanced — not as flat as studio monitors, but enjoyable for all genres. Multipoint Bluetooth connects two devices simultaneously. The only real competition is the Sony WH-1000XM5, which offers slightly better sound customization. But for sheer ANC performance and comfort, the QC 2023 is the benchmark.
Specifications
| Driver | 35mm dynamic |
| ANC | Bose CustomTune ANC + Aware Mode |
| Battery | 24 hours (ANC on) |
| Charging | USB-C (15 min = 2.5 hrs) |
| Multipoint | 2-device simultaneous connection |
| Weight | 8.46 oz |
| Colors | Black, White Smoke, Cypress Green, Sandstone |
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