Whether you're looking for wireless earbuds or trusty over-ear headphones, the Bose QuietComfort line crops up in our favourite picks time and time again, and there are plenty of discounts across the models too.
When it comes to noise cancelling, no one does it quite like Bose. Some rivals might boast superior sound and cosier comfort, but historically, Bose's QuietComfort range has consistently delivered some of the best ANC (active noise cancelling) on the market.
At the time of writing, Bose's current QC range of headphones consists of five models: three over-ear designs in the QuietComfort Ultra Headphones, the QuietComfort Headphones and the entry-level QuietComfort SC Headphones.
For in-ears, your current choices are the QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds and the entry-level QuietComfort Earbuds (2024).
While they may be among the best noise-cancelling headphones you can buy, the QuietComfort models are also among the priciest, so looking out for a deal is never a bad idea. With Black Friday deals arriving in full force, stay on top of the biggest and best savings below.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds deals
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Bose's flagship earbuds offer superb comfort and sound quality, and of course, the noise cancelling is on point.
They look very similar to earbuds that have gone before and use Bose's trademark stems, with a shiny metallic treatment and a notch that lets you line up the stability bands to get them in place. Needless to say, they are supremely comfortable, as is usually the case with Bose's earbuds.
The Ultra model also includes spatial audio (known as Bose Immersive Audio). We found this hit-and-miss during testing, but the most important thing about these headphones is they deliver excellent ANC and fantastic sound quality. They sound big, bold and hugely entertaining with excellent dynamics and rhythmic drive, while their advanced noise cancelling will suck any background noise out of your environment on demand.
They don't have wireless charging, but the class-leading ANC more than makes up for this and the fact that we are seeing regular deals on their launch price of £300 / $299 / AU$450 makes them a great recommendation.
Read our full Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds review
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2024) deals
Bose's entry-level noise-cancelling earbuds have just arrived on the scene and they are a great way to experience a brand at the top of its noise-cancelling game.
The Ultras mentioned above are still the very best buds that Bose has to offer (they sound more detailed, and dynamic, and the ANC is more advanced), but the QuietComfort Earbuds (2024) offer a big chunk of the performance at a more attractive price.
You are treated to the same powerful, entertaining sound that we've come to know and love from the brand and that is teamed up with great customisation options via the new Bose QCE companion app and solid noise-cancelling abilities.
They are a slightly different design to the Ultra model with a more oval body but you still get the usual selection of three sizes of eartip and a matching number of stability bands which do a great job of keeping them in place. Some might find the design relatively chunky by some modern standards but they do feel very stable.
Those looking for an extra reason or two to buy these over the Ultras might be pleased to learn they offer wireless charging (which the Ultras don't have) and better battery life (8.5hrs versus 6hrs).
Read our full Bose QuietComfort Earbuds review
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones deals
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones
These flagship over-ears replace the excellent Noise Cancelling Headphones 700, and land themselves a matching five-star review in the process.
Their RRP is punchy but they look and feel suitably premium, plus they're one of the few pairs at this level to swivel and hinge for travel. They're comfortable to wear, exert just the right amount of pressure, and deliver 24-hour battery life which is okay, but not class-leading when compared to rivals like the Sony WH-1000XM5 and Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless.
As their five-star review would suggest, we think they sound great – and take things up a notch from their predecessors. They have a richer character than the Sony WH-1000XM5, but are still refined and detailed. They're not short on a bit of energy either, while timing and dynamics are spot on.
Like the Ultra Earbuds, they boast Bose Immersive Audio (i.e. spatial audio), which is still a bit hit-and-miss for those who might make use of it. However, noise cancelling is, as ever, the best you'll find at this level, and doesn't ruin the character of the headphones when it's engaged.
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones launched at £449 / $429 / AU$649 – check for any deals below.
Read our Bose QuietComfort Ultra review
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II deals
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Bose's older ANC buds have been surpassed by their Ultra siblings and the new QuietComfort Earbuds (2024) model.
Their combination of awesome noise cancelling, comfy fit and beautifully balanced sound earned them a 2022 What Hi-Fi? Award.
To our ears, they're a little more comfortable than the Sony XM5, but like their successors, there's no wireless charging. aptX HD support is also conspicuous by its absence (but is available on the Ultra model).
The noise cancelling is still competitive, proving more effective than many over-ear headphones. And the Aware transparency mode comes into its own when you need a quick chat without taking the earbuds out.
Sound quality is very good indeed, though we do prefer the Sony WF-1000XM5 for clarity and detail. The QuietComfort Earbuds II bring textures and subtle nuances to life, and they boast impressive speed and agility. In a very competitive market, these are still up there with the best.
If you can find a pair at a heavily discounted price then they could be worth investigating but it looks like stock levels are low and the product is at the end of its life. They launched at £280 / $299 / AU$429.
Read our full Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II review
Bose QuietComfort Headphones deals
Bose QuietComfort 45
This particular model replaces the QuietComfort 45 which launched in 2021. As well as all the features of the QC45, they add the ability to adjust levels of ANC and set custom noise-cancelling modes. There’s also multipoint Bluetooth and up to 24 hours of battery life.
They are available in Black and White Smoke and a limited edition Cypress Green colourway for £350 / $349 / AU$550. We haven't tested them yet – we'll update this once we have, but see how they stack up against the QuietComfort Ultras in our versus feature.
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