Bose is known for excellent sound from relatively compact speakers—and its headphones do just that. This pair features adjustable custom sound in a durable and fairly compact over-ear design.

Almost everyone I see on my morning commute is wearing earbuds (mostly AirPods). But when I want to watch a show on my tablet or pack a weekend bag, I usually reach for a pair of over-ear headphones.

Why we like it: The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones are our favorite over-ear ANC headphones because this set provides the best combination of effective, adjustable noise cancellation ...

For people who want the best balance between price and performance, I recommend the over-ear Bose QuietComfort headphones. This model delivers good sound quality and great ANC for the money.

and they felt jammed in my ear. Despite the initial discomfort, they were pretty comfortable over an hour of listening. They're a single dollar less than the Bose earbuds, so if you're in between ...

without compromising on the sound quality Bose is known for. Their steep price and unusual fit means they won’t be for everyone. Instead of over-the-ear hooks, these earbuds have a flexible band ...

True wireless earbuds stay secure by pushing into your ear canal for a snug fit. Open earbuds are designed to clip onto or hook over the ear ... reviewed the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds earlier ...

But as a rough guide, we would say Sony makes the more comfortable over-ear headphones, but Bose wins in terms of earbuds. The jewel in each brand's crown is their over-ear noise-cancelling headphones ...