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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones · 399 €Sony WH-1000XM5 · 329 €
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| What matters | Bose QuietComfort Ultra HeadphonesBoseMedium confidence | Sony WH-1000XM5SonyMedium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Worth Score | 7.8 | 8.1 (best in this comparison) |
| Best price | 399,00 € | 329,00 € (best in this comparison) |
| Confidence | Medium | Medium |
| Price fairness | 6.0 | 7.4 (best in this comparison) |
| Build quality | 8.4 (best in this comparison) | 8.0 |
| Performance | 9.5 | 9.6 (best in this comparison) |
| Longevity | 8.2 | 8.6 (best in this comparison) |
| Repairability | 5.6 (best in this comparison) | 5.2 |
| Support & warranty | 8.6 (best in this comparison) | 8.4 |
| Battery | 24 h with ANC | 30 h with ANC |
| Noise cancelling | Best available | Class leading |
| Weight | 254 g | 250 g |
| Connection | Bluetooth 5.3, 3.5 mm | Bluetooth 5.2, 3.5 mm |
| Replaceable pads | Yes, €45 official | Yes, €35 official |
| Best for | The absolute best noise cancelling · Comfort over many hours · Frequent long-haul flyers | Long flights · All-day office wear · Call quality |
| Avoid if | Your budget matters more than the last 5% of silence · You want hi-res codecs | You need them to fold flat into a coat pocket · You want a wired-first audiophile can |
| Main drawback | Most expensive here by a margin | No longer folds like the XM4 |
Verdict
The Sony WH-1000XM5 wins on both score and price.
Across these 2 headphones, the Sony WH-1000XM5 has both the highest Worth Score (8.1) and the best score per euro at 329,00 €. That is unusual — normally you trade one for the other. Its weak point is no longer folds like the XM4.
Best overallSony WH-1000XM5 — Highest Worth Score here at 8.1, 0.3 ahead of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones. Best for long flights.
Skip this oneBose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones — Lowest Worth Score here at 7.8, 0.3 lower against the Sony WH-1000XM5 and no cheaper. Most expensive here by a margin
Prototype data — prices and retailer stock are a fixed demo snapshot from 28 July 2026, not a live feed.