I wear my QC35 from awake, to when I sleep for the past 4-5years. Super comfortable, spacious around the ears, doesn’t clamp my head I drive a truck. Qc35 allows me to hear police sirens, but does a good job blocking out most road noise at the same time. It’s good, no complaints there, I don’t need better. Micro usb isn’t ideal, but it has never given me any issues. I’m on my second set of QC35. After a long while, there’s a crinkling sound that develops on the left ear, so I buy new ones. My second pair just developed this noise, so I’m about to order a 3rd pair. Remember, I wear these headphone an absolute ton of time, so I get my use out of them, and I can’t complain about them wearing out. The sound quality is good for all day wear. I had headphones that were too detailed in sound and therefore fatiguing. The microphone doesn’t work so well in a loud truck, or with the windows down, but I get by. You can alway buy a wired noise canceling boom mic attachment for better phone conversation quality. I agree about the push buttons. I wouldn’t trade them for a finger swipe touchpad. Been there, done it, never again. Also agree about the bose 700 design. It looks feminine. No thanks.
Such good headphones, I bought mine in 2016 and they are still doing fantastic. ANC and sound are still great. The cloth at the headrest is really worn, the synthetic leather is falling off and I got little chipmarks all over the alumininium but they are still going strong. I really wanted to buy the S700, but after I tried them I found them to be not a good replacement... I hope the will make QC35 III :)
mine are also 4 years old, they have gotten a lot of use and they still work fine. also very comfortable and light, 0 fatigue. I'm glad I found this vid, I had no idea you could get replacement pads!. I glued mine back together, still comfortable but doesn't look good. I'll order the new pads today, thanks E
I got my QC35 in 2016 and often think about replacing them but the battery has still held up and I just replaced the pads last year. I did experience and issue with the power toggle switch failing. I spent months, with many attempts, trying to clean the switch with rubbing alcohol. No issues for well over a year now. They do sound good and ANC works really well.
I'm hanging on to my QC35 because they have a fairly neutral sound profile. Newer versions like the QC35 II and onwards have overemphasized bass as the default profile. I realize that you can use EQ, but I like having a sound profile out of the box that I enjoy and not be reliant on using apps to re-adjust.
If I'm looking around for a BT headset, having clicky buttons is a must. Having touch controls is a deal breaker for me regardless of how good they are supposed to be. Thanks for the insight:)
@@ToolsElectroDIY I'm pretty good on headphones right now. Recently picked up 2 BT cans and a pair of quality over-ears. But when I am looking again, I will definitely have the QC35's in mind. Thanks!
Watching this with my new Sennheiser Momentum 3. I had the QC35ii. What I miss about them is the comfort and being able to work with two devices seamlessly. Greetings from México :-)
i bought mine in 2019 and still recommend to anyone, the ones want a good quality of sound and bluetooth headphone, the fact only charge them with micro usb is not a big issu, in my use i could spent one week with one charge. Been a headphone, the portability isn´t ally of this type of thing.. i´m really enjoy them
I just got an email to preorder the QuietComfort 45. In looking at it, it looks just like my QC 35II, and I did find that they went with USB-C. I don't understand with the 700 still on the market, but I think with watching your review, there is defiiniely a continued market enough to revert to this as a standard.
I just pre-order the QC45 (upgraded QC 35ii). Iconic design and physical buttons remain. They upgraded To USBC charging and added aware mode (transparency mode). I am looking forward to trying them.
@@ToolsElectroDIY For someone who is just starting with premium headphones the Bose 35ii might still be a good option since they are much cheaper than Bose 45 right?
I found a pair in my neighbors trash for Free while scrap hunting. It was raining So I let dry for a few days before charging & using. They work very well but need new ear pads. I am greasing this is why they were tossed. I will be getting the new ear pads for mine. But I can see these being great for working on projects in the yard around the house or even cutting the grass. I also have a pair of Jabba headphones that go over the air like these that I just picked up for watching movies in silent mode but I may have to compare them to these. I think I got them on a Slickdeals eBay special for only $20 but I think retail originally was over 100 so probably still not as good as these. But at least I'm not buying anymore cheap China junk from stores like Fry's Electronics or similar stores. I have like three or four pairs at those that I'm probably just going to let my kids use or give them away since they're probably really is no value in trying to resell them as seeing how cheap I paid for them. The auxiliary thing is also nice because I could use them with my LG phones that have the DAC to get even better quality sound. Thank You. "If The Lord Isn't Building It, The Work Of The Laborers Is Useless"
Funnily enough my wife had these for FREE!! They came with a Google Pixel 5 mobile! Probably the best headphones I've used! Noise cancelling is great as you can adjust it between 2 settings woth a click of a button. Also very comfortable👍
Just purchased them, really excited to test it! Im gonna travel a ton so i just needed some premium (expensive) headphones. Thanks for this review mate!
Just replaced my ear pads looks like the same one you got. Only problem I’m having is now it would randomly turn on after turning off. There a few videos of cleaning the switch but i got these when released in 2016 2017.
I had my qc35 for 6 years and only had to replace my ear pads , other than that they work just like how I first bought them. Unfortunately intill I feel the need to replace them they will be the only device I still use micro usb on.
They came with beautiful new ear pads. My feeling is that for some reason on this particular pair the noise cancellation has become degraded due to age
I bought a pair of refurbished QC35 and the sound is wonderful but the ANC is not. The ambient sound is reduced somewhat but I can still hear clocks ticking, people talking softly at a distance, cars and so forth. Is this normal?
I'm contemplating on upgrading to the Sony xm5 but I'll just see how long my Bose QC 35 lasts, It's only been 3yrs going strong and as long as I keep it alive it should treat me well till the xm7 or whatever comes out.
@@ToolsElectroDIY yes and no. I was at first using the wrong tips for soldering/desoldering and that caused pain. Once I realized this I switched over to bigger one and went smoothly. Everything working perfectly and it charged. I used a cardboard cutout for both holes on the inside to protect the speakers so when I used a heatgun on the cover that the battery under it would do no damage. I used a splunger slightly sharp metal tool to dig into the glue stuck and heated the blade some to slide easier between the crack. Be very careful cause the battery could get punctured. I took mine out no damage and all wires intact still. The connection on the other side where the hard hard is. Lots of wires. So I would use tape to try and remove the black one and tape to the side inwards a bit as the wires you got to remove are right where that in the way a bit.
@@DragonProtector What kind of battery did you used for replacement? The actual battery does have some BMS board or any electronics on it? I saw on internet the battery has 3 wires. I'm thinking to use a 18650 cell. Is it that good or do I need a special battery like the original one?
So I just found out yesterday that you. Need a adapter for the headphone jack as it is not a standard 3.5 mm. Guessing I can get en on Amazon along with the new ear pads. Plan to test these compared to my Jabra 25H Elite Budget Headphones.
Do these work well for gaming? I want to get this as a gift for my gf who plays games on her Windows computer, but idk if it'll work well when playing.
The screws on my headphone just went limp, I had the broken part welded a year ago and it broke again. I don’t know If I should try to weld it a second time, or move on and buy a better overhead headphone if that even exists 😔
@@ToolsElectroDIY I checked on Google, people are guessing that it will come in the first of December? Bro, I can wait max till the start of September. I might just go with the Sony M4 headphone since it’s getting high praises in regards to the sound quality.
i also want to buy it but i am little afraid the power on/off switch. People are complaining about it that will be easily broken. How about your headphone???
I have been using mine since 2016 and never had any problems with the on/off button. If you handle them good nothing will happen I guess. If you throw them around stuff is gonna break ofc...
I found a pair in my neighbors trash for Free while scrap hunting. It was raining So I let dry for a few days before charging & using. They work very well but need new ear pads. I am greasing this is why they were tossed. I will be getting the new ear pads for mine. But I can see these being great for working on projects in the yard around the house or even cutting the grass. I also have a pair of Jabba headphones that go over the air like these that I just picked up for watching movies in silent mode but I may have to compare them to these. I think I got them on a Slickdeals eBay special for only $20 but I think retail originally was over 100 so probably still not as good as these. But at least I'm not buying anymore cheap China junk from stores like Fry's Electronics or similar stores. I have like three or four pairs at those that I'm probably just going to let my kids use or give them away since they're probably really is no value in trying to resell them as seeing how cheap I paid for them. Thank You. "If The Lord Isn't Building It, The Work Of The Laborers Is Useless"
Most bluetooth headphones don't have user-replaceable batteries. My QC35 battery still works great. I don't think it's a concern. The battery won't last forever. I won't hesitate to buy another pair if it dies. Still worth every penny!
Bose QC35 amzn.to/3vqR7n0 (affiliate link)
Got mine in 2016. Still going strong
Amazing I’m sure it will last another 10 years
I wear my QC35 from awake, to when I sleep for the past 4-5years.
Super comfortable, spacious around the ears, doesn’t clamp my head
I drive a truck. Qc35 allows me to hear police sirens, but does a good job blocking out most road noise at the same time. It’s good, no complaints there, I don’t need better.
Micro usb isn’t ideal, but it has never given me any issues.
I’m on my second set of QC35. After a long while, there’s a crinkling sound that develops on the left ear, so I buy new ones. My second pair just developed this noise, so I’m about to order a 3rd pair.
Remember, I wear these headphone an absolute ton of time, so I get my use out of them, and I can’t complain about them wearing out.
The sound quality is good for all day wear. I had headphones that were too detailed in sound and therefore fatiguing.
The microphone doesn’t work so well in a loud truck, or with the windows down, but I get by. You can alway buy a wired noise canceling boom mic attachment for better phone conversation quality.
I agree about the push buttons. I wouldn’t trade them for a finger swipe touchpad. Been there, done it, never again.
Also agree about the bose 700 design.
It looks feminine. No thanks.
Best comment ever! Thanks for sharing your experience, I love QC35!!!
people have found a way to add type c to the 35s now
Bought my QC35 7 years ago, have replaced ear pads 3 times. Use it daily, no issues at all, what a great headphone.
Yes, I love it. I’m glad it still works for you.
How much battery drain / % left ?
@@truman3.0 not sure
Such good headphones, I bought mine in 2016 and they are still doing fantastic. ANC and sound are still great. The cloth at the headrest is really worn, the synthetic leather is falling off and I got little chipmarks all over the alumininium but they are still going strong. I really wanted to buy the S700, but after I tried them I found them to be not a good replacement... I hope the will make QC35 III :)
Great to hear! I have replaced the earpads as shown in the video, looks as good as new now! Yes I'd like to get the III version!
2016.. Wow hows the battery life now?
@@wnstn007 I think I dont get the full 20 hours anymore, but 15 hours they will last would be my guess.
@@simonwinterstein348 thanks for the info i need to buy one now lol
@@wnstn007 I have one from 2017 and still 19 hours
mine are also 4 years old, they have gotten a lot of use and they still work fine. also very comfortable and light, 0 fatigue. I'm glad I found this vid, I had no idea you could get replacement pads!. I glued mine back together, still comfortable but doesn't look good. I'll order the new pads today, thanks E
You are welcome! I'm glad you found it useful. Smash the LIKE!
How has the battery stood up after 4 years?
@@hoppysport2872 still works fine, the deterioration is not noticeable.
@@hoppysport2872 I haven’t noticed any degradation of the battery’s. It takes about an hour to charge
I bought my QC35 replacement pads from Amazon. And were quite easy to change.
I got my QC35 in 2016 and often think about replacing them but the battery has still held up and I just replaced the pads last year. I did experience and issue with the power toggle switch failing. I spent months, with many attempts, trying to clean the switch with rubbing alcohol. No issues for well over a year now. They do sound good and ANC works really well.
I guess it’s time to get a new one after eight years of service
Bought mine in 2017. THE BEST headphones. Connects seamlessly to my bluetooth devices. Sounds great.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
I'm hanging on to my QC35 because they have a fairly neutral sound profile. Newer versions like the QC35 II and onwards have overemphasized bass as the default profile.
I realize that you can use EQ, but I like having a sound profile out of the box that I enjoy and not be reliant on using apps to re-adjust.
good to know!
It's 2022 and I'm still using my QC35 I bought back in 2017. The only thing I've had to do with them, was last year I replaced the earpads.
Good to know!
same here :) the battery is still 19-20 hours
If I'm looking around for a BT headset, having clicky buttons is a must. Having touch controls is a deal breaker for me regardless of how good they are supposed to be. Thanks for the insight:)
Totally agree. Please buy QC35 -- it is the closest thing to perfection.
@@ToolsElectroDIY I'm pretty good on headphones right now. Recently picked up 2 BT cans and a pair of quality over-ears. But when I am looking again, I will definitely have the QC35's in mind. Thanks!
Leaving some trace here, I brought it today and finding every review about this lovely headphone haha
Enjoy!
Watching this with my new Sennheiser Momentum 3.
I had the QC35ii. What I miss about them is the comfort and being able to work with two devices seamlessly.
Greetings from México :-)
Thanks for sharing! I preordered QC45!
Ok thanks to you I’m gonna go buy a pair - £180 seems like a steal. Thank you bro you nailed this video 👍
I’m glad it was helpful
i bought mine in 2019 and still recommend to anyone, the ones want a good quality of sound and bluetooth headphone, the fact only charge them with micro usb is not a big issu, in my use i could spent one week with one charge. Been a headphone, the portability isn´t ally of this type of thing.. i´m really enjoy them
Thanks for sharing your experience. I preordered QC45!
I just got an email to preorder the QuietComfort 45. In looking at it, it looks just like my QC 35II, and I did find that they went with USB-C. I don't understand with the 700 still on the market, but I think with watching your review, there is defiiniely a continued market enough to revert to this as a standard.
Yes the new version really tells us how popular the design of QC35 is.
bose nc700 will be discontinued soon , just like the beats solo pro from beats by dre discontinued..
Fantastic video review
Glad you enjoyed it!
I returned my Sony XM4 and got a pair of qc35 manufactured in Jul 2020. They’re more comfortable than the XM4’s
Good decision. Thanks for sharing your experience.
What about the NC?
@@ThisIsntTwitter it’s decent! I’d go with the Bose
I just pre-order the QC45 (upgraded QC 35ii). Iconic design and physical buttons remain. They upgraded To USBC charging and added aware mode (transparency mode). I am looking forward to trying them.
I preordered too
@@ToolsElectroDIY For someone who is just starting with premium headphones the Bose 35ii might still be a good option since they are much cheaper than Bose 45 right?
@@Milan-cf1xe correct
i am undecided but just replaced the battery on mine and muffs. qc35 original firmware well one update
I found a pair in my neighbors trash for Free while scrap hunting. It was raining So I let dry for a few days before charging & using. They work very well but need new ear pads. I am greasing this is why they were tossed. I will be getting the new ear pads for mine. But I can see these being great for working on projects in the yard around the house or even cutting the grass.
I also have a pair of Jabba headphones that go over the air like these that I just picked up for watching movies in silent mode but I may have to compare them to these. I think I got them on a Slickdeals eBay special for only $20 but I think retail originally was over 100 so probably still not as good as these. But at least I'm not buying anymore cheap China junk from stores like Fry's Electronics or similar stores. I have like three or four pairs at those that I'm probably just going to let my kids use or give them away since they're probably really is no value in trying to resell them as seeing how cheap I paid for them. The auxiliary thing is also nice because I could use them with my LG phones that have the DAC to get even better quality sound. Thank You.
"If The Lord Isn't Building It, The Work Of The Laborers Is Useless"
Thanks for sharing
I’ve had them since 2018 and I looove them
Thanks for sharing!
Funnily enough my wife had these for FREE!! They came with a Google Pixel 5 mobile! Probably the best headphones I've used! Noise cancelling is great as you can adjust it between 2 settings woth a click of a button. Also very comfortable👍
Thanks for sharing!
is it still worth getting the qc 35 rather than the 45? i mainly like the qc 35 because it comes in silver..
If you can get a good deal, yes, Q35 is still valid.
Just purchased them, really excited to test it!
Im gonna travel a ton so i just needed some premium (expensive) headphones. Thanks for this review mate!
Have fun! I'm glad you find this review helpful!
how were them
Just replaced my ear pads looks like the same one you got. Only problem I’m having is now it would randomly turn on after turning off. There a few videos of cleaning the switch but i got these when released in 2016 2017.
sounds good?
I had my qc35 for 6 years and only had to replace my ear pads , other than that they work just like how I first bought them. Unfortunately intill I feel the need to replace them they will be the only device I still use micro usb on.
Good to know!
They came with beautiful new ear pads. My feeling is that for some reason on this particular pair the noise cancellation has become degraded due to age
interesting.. good to know. never happened to mine.
Still using mine :). Works fantastic even on my steam deck.
Good to hear!
you still using yours?@@ToolsElectroDIY
I bought a pair of refurbished QC35 and the sound is wonderful but the ANC is not. The ambient sound is reduced somewhat but I can still hear clocks ticking, people talking softly at a distance, cars and so forth. Is this normal?
try replacing earpads?
I'm contemplating on upgrading to the Sony xm5 but I'll just see how long my Bose QC 35 lasts, It's only been 3yrs going strong and as long as I keep it alive it should treat me well till the xm7 or whatever comes out.
No need to upgrade if it still works!
Have them since 2018, I would purchase them again in 2022
Thanks for sharing
do you recommend buying a used pair of these or getting a new pair of the second generation?
I prefer the 2nd Gen. If you can afford it
@@ToolsElectroDIY Difference between Original & 2nd Gen?
@@WiseRuler I couldn’t tell the difference
yes mine on original firmware (well one update after) and just replaced the battery. Been using since 2017.
Sweet, was it hard to replace the battery?
@@ToolsElectroDIY yes and no. I was at first using the wrong tips for soldering/desoldering and that caused pain. Once I realized this I switched over to bigger one and went smoothly. Everything working perfectly and it charged. I used a cardboard cutout for both holes on the inside to protect the speakers so when I used a heatgun on the cover that the battery under it would do no damage. I used a splunger slightly sharp metal tool to dig into the glue stuck and heated the blade some to slide easier between the crack. Be very careful cause the battery could get punctured. I took mine out no damage and all wires intact still. The connection on the other side where the hard hard is. Lots of wires. So I would use tape to try and remove the black one and tape to the side inwards a bit as the wires you got to remove are right where that in the way a bit.
@@DragonProtector Thanks for sharing your experience!
@@ToolsElectroDIY yw. I got them back together and they work fantastic! Though I think I forgot to glue the battery in as I hear some rattling lol
@@DragonProtector What kind of battery did you used for replacement? The actual battery does have some BMS board or any electronics on it? I saw on internet the battery has 3 wires. I'm thinking to use a 18650 cell. Is it that good or do I need a special battery like the original one?
Do you think the replacement ear pads are still available?
Yes, link in description.
So I just found out yesterday that you. Need a adapter for the headphone jack as it is not a standard 3.5 mm. Guessing I can get en on Amazon along with the new ear pads. Plan to test these compared to my Jabra 25H Elite Budget Headphones.
Sounds great, enjoy!
Amaizing video bro, tks
Thank you too
my original disinagrated within a yr but the 3rd party ones lasted from 2018 till now
Thanks for sharing your experience!
I got them on sale for 67% off so I bought them instead of the AKG k361 I was gonna get
Excellent choice!
@@ToolsElectroDIY I got it for roughly $80 Canadian which is less than used prices I've seen.
@@emerson-biggons7078 That's the best deal ever! Congrats! I would love to get another pair at that price too!
Did you get them off Aliexpress? I saw a similar listing, but didn't know if they were legit or new. Can you please let me know. Thanks!
@@rahulk138 yes I did, I'll let you know
Great video. Name of the music at the beginning of the video please? Thanks
Sorry I forgot the name of the music.
Do you have updated review of qc45?
Will do.
I just got one today, how do I know if it's charging and when it's done charging
There's a green LED indicator next to the charging port.
@@ToolsElectroDIY Thank you
they have less clamping force because you've had and used the qc35 for far longer. they stretch and break in over time.
I tried new ones, the clamping force is about the same.
How’s the battery life after 4 years?
The same as new. I couldn't tell the difference.
When switched on but in standby mode, is battery still draining?
No standy mode. It is OFF when not used for x minutes, defined in the phone app.
You should have like a mil subs but u only have 6k rip you deserve more subs
thanks
wanted to know about battery longevity?
like new.
Do these work well for gaming? I want to get this as a gift for my gf who plays games on her Windows computer, but idk if it'll work well when playing.
Yes. But there's no mute button for the mic. I recommend QC45, which has a dedicated mute button.
The screws on my headphone just went limp, I had the broken part welded a year ago and it broke again. I don’t know If I should try to weld it a second time, or move on and buy a better overhead headphone if that even exists 😔
thanks for sharing your experience! It never happened to me.
@@ToolsElectroDIY I bought mine a long while ago. Maybe it’s time to upgrade but to what I’m clueless.
@@Devilmaycry-Joker wait for QC45. I will buy one.
@@ToolsElectroDIY 👍🏻
@@ToolsElectroDIY I checked on Google, people are guessing that it will come in the first of December?
Bro, I can wait max till the start of September. I might just go with the Sony M4 headphone since it’s getting high praises in regards to the sound quality.
how was the battery after 4-years?
The same. I couldn't tell the difference.
mine from 2017 to now and could still get a 8 hr life or day out of them. But just replaced the battery with higher capacity
Can I go for this in 2024.
These are offered at the price of 5999 INR.
Yes of course you should buy it!!!
i also want to buy it but i am little afraid the power on/off switch. People are complaining about it that will be easily broken. How about your headphone???
It's fine! Don't worry about it.
I broke my on-off switch pretty easily. Now its hard to use my pair.
@@lserezhkin Contact Bose support.
I have been using mine since 2016 and never had any problems with the on/off button. If you handle them good nothing will happen I guess. If you throw them around stuff is gonna break ofc...
Got one for 40 pounds lol the ear cups are worn but besides that it is still amazing
good to know!
Hell yeah they are! Those Sonys everyone raves about are like wearing bricks in comparison.
yes!
Still got cq15 and they are beter i have the 35 also. But the sound and noise canceling and feel lighter then the 35
I preordered QC45
Super linda tu explicacuin, saludos desde eeuu
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I just got very lucky and found a mint condition working pair at the local thrift shop for $3.99
wow that's the deal of the year!
I found a pair in my neighbors trash for Free while scrap hunting. It was raining So I let dry for a few days before charging & using. They work very well but need new ear pads. I am greasing this is why they were tossed. I will be getting the new ear pads for mine. But I can see these being great for working on projects in the yard around the house or even cutting the grass.
I also have a pair of Jabba headphones that go over the air like these that I just picked up for watching movies in silent mode but I may have to compare them to these. I think I got them on a Slickdeals eBay special for only $20 but I think retail originally was over 100 so probably still not as good as these. But at least I'm not buying anymore cheap China junk from stores like Fry's Electronics or similar stores. I have like three or four pairs at those that I'm probably just going to let my kids use or give them away since they're probably really is no value in trying to resell them as seeing how cheap I paid for them. Thank You.
"If The Lord Isn't Building It, The Work Of The Laborers Is Useless"
Thank you so much
You're most welcome
One of the most comfortable headphones I've ever put on. I would purchase the QC 35 IIIs with USB C in a heartbeat.
Thanks for sharing your experience too!
Then wait for the QC 45, it's going to have USB-C (this is confirmed as it can be seen on the FCC pictures) and probably some other features as well.
@@Tigrou7777 I will buy it.
Do the QC35 feel heavy on the top of your head?
Not at all.
They’re super comfortable.
They are super lightweight. Built with strong materials
the problem is you can't change the battery , you need to buy a new pair of headphone once the battery ages , good video tho
Most bluetooth headphones don't have user-replaceable batteries. My QC35 battery still works great. I don't think it's a concern. The battery won't last forever. I won't hesitate to buy another pair if it dies. Still worth every penny!
It is possible to replace, but it’s quiet an effort to do it. ifix has a guide to doing it.
The Bose 700 are extremely ugly to me ngl
lol!
I agree 💯%
love it!
thanks
You're welcome!
I paid 120 great purchase
wow that's a fantastic deal!
i hope my qc45 last until 2025
It will.
TLDR / TLDW: Yes.
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