Buying lab

Compare headphones before you buy.

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Best blended pick

Bose QuietComfort 35 II

The review signal is high relative to the usual price. Prioritise deals and refurbished options. Target price: $284.

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Best valueANC / Bluetooth

The review signal is high relative to the usual price. Prioritise deals and refurbished options.

Critic score87

Value signal100

Price$299

Release age8y 8m old

User score8.6

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Consensus

87/100

Release age

8y 8m old

Value signal

100/100