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Bose QuietComfort 45

Name: Bose QuietComfort 45
Brand: Bose
Price: 199 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 8.4 (1 reviews)

Bose QuietComfort 45 is tracked as a headphones option for shoppers focused on discounted ANC, travel value, comfort.

Best for discounted ANC, travel value, comfort when the current US reference price is meaningfully below competing options.

Best for discounted ANCBest for travel valueBest for comfort

Score

8.5 / 10

Price

$199

Released

Aug 31, 2021

Data last verified Jun 29, 2026. Status: available.

Should you buy it?

A practical ownership call

Buy it if you want discounted ANC and travel value.
Skip it if street pricing can change quickly.
Check current US street pricing before paying launch-level money.

North America availability

US availability

Bose QuietComfort 45 is tracked as a US-market option through official brand channels and mainstream electronics retailers.

Canada note

Bose QuietComfort 45 may be available in Canada through brand stores or major electronics retailers, but pricing should be checked separately in CAD.

Common retailers

Bose, Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target

Deal timing

holiday sales, travel season, back-to-school, Prime Day-style events

Use official Bose warranty terms and the retailer return window as the baseline before buying in North America.

Price and availability notes

Specs source

Bose official product materials and public North America launch documentation are used as editorial references.

Price source

Bose US launch pricing and common North America street-price patterns are maintained as editorial USD references.

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Buying scores

Noise Cancellation

8.2

Sound Quality

8.3

Comfort

9.4

Battery

8.2

Call Quality

7.9

Value

8.6

Pros

Good fit for discounted ANC
Competitive when discounted in the US market
Useful alternative inside the headphones shortlist

Cons

Street pricing can change quickly
Does not replace higher-end options for demanding users

Who should skip it

Skip Bose QuietComfort 45 if street pricing can change quickly, does not replace higher-end options for demanding users would affect your daily use. Compare the alternatives below before committing, especially if a neighboring product is discounted or better aligned with your ecosystem.

Specifications

Bose QuietComfort 45 specifications
Type	Over-ear wireless
Noise Cancellation	Active noise cancellation
Battery Life	Up to 30 to 60 hours
Charging	USB-C charging
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, AAC, app-dependent codecs
Weight	180g to 290g
Water Resistance	Not rated or splash resistant depending on model

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