Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless vs Bose QuietComfort 35 II/QC35 II Wireless 2018

The Bose QuietComfort 35 II/QC35 II Wireless 2018 and the Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless are ANC headphones with different strengths. While both over-ears are well-built, the Bose are more comfortable. However, the Sony have more customizable sound, thanks to their graphic EQ and presets. They also have a virtual soundstage to help create a more immersive audio experience, though you need to subscribe to services that support this feature. Both headphones have a fantastic ANC performance, but the Sony have the edge in noise isolation, particularly when attenuating mid- and treble-range noises, like voices or crying.