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Updated April 11, 2024·
If budget is a concern and you appreciate excellent noise isolation for air travel, comfort for long listening sessions, and the versatility to use both wirelessly and with a cable, the Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones could be the better choice. They are generally less pricey than the Focal Bathys, are known for their comfort, and have active noise cancelling. However, if you prioritize the highest sound quality for TV and video and do not mind the headphones needing to be charged even when wired, the Focal Bathys could be worth the extra investment. They are built robustly and can create an immersive listening experience, but may not be as portable or convenient for exercise due to their larger size and weight. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones
Best in class for air travel
Advantages of the Focal Bathys
Best in class for TV and video
Key differences
TV and Video
9.0/10
10.0/10
The Focal Bathys is best in class for TV and video, while the Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones is excellent.
Noise Reduction
9.1/10
8.3/10
The Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones is excellent for noise reduction, while the Focal Bathys is very good.
Cost
$429
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The Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Headphones has a price of $429 and the Focal Bathys costs $699.
"The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones are a credible step up from previous Bose ANC headphones, and they're built to hang tough with the competition for years into the future. No waterproofing is a bit of a letdown, but these headphones have the technical chops to make most quite happy."
"As much as I hesitate to recommend a headphone that sells for $800 USD, if you’re looking for the best sound quality you can find in the ANC space: it’s the Focal Bathys."
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About Bose
Bose is an American audio equipment manufacturer based out of Framingham, Massachusetts. Founded in 1964 by Amar Bose with the goal of creating a speaker system that could accurately recreate the sound of a concert hall, Bose has become one of the most prominent players in the modern consumer audio market due to the premium feel of their products and their wide brand recognition.
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