Bose QuietComfort headphones drop to $169 in latest deal

Bose's QuietComfort over-ear headphones are currently priced at $169, down from their regular $359, marking their lowest price so far. They provide active noise cancellation with Quiet and Aware modes, up to 24 hours of playback, and a short 15-minute charge that adds about 2.5 hours of listening. The model does not include Apple-only features such as Live Translation or Hearing Protection, but it remains a lower-cost option for music listening.
Bose’s QuietComfort over-ear headphones are discounted to $169, a $190 drop from the $359 list price and the lowest price yet. They use active noise cancellation with Quiet and Aware modes: Quiet blocks surrounding sound, while Aware lets some ambient noise through.
The battery provides up to 24 hours per charge, and a 15-minute charge adds about 2.5 hours. They omit Apple-only Live Translation and Hearing Protection, making them a cheaper choice for music listening.
This kind of discount may widen access to noise-cancelling headphones for commuters, office workers, and budget-conscious music listeners. Cheaper over-ear models could make focused reading or calmer travel easier in noisy homes, workplaces, or transit, and they may push competing brands to offer similar markdowns. Because Apple-only features are absent, some shoppers may still prefer pricier alternatives tied to that ecosystem. Overall, the deal could mainly affect