Sony vs Bose

Choosing between the Sony WH-1000XM5 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra is one of the hardest decisions in premium headphones. Both cost around $400, both deliver class-leading noise cancellation, and both dominate “best headphones” lists across the internet. We’ve spent 3 weeks testing both models for office work, focusing on the factors that matter most for 8-hour workdays: comfort, noise cancellation effectiveness, call quality, and battery life. While both are excellent, they excel in different areas.