Bose QuietComfort Headphones vs Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII

These are two different tools. The Bose is a wireless, noise-cancelling over-ear for travel, commuting and calls; the Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII is a wired, open-back studio headphone for mixing and critical listening at a desk. On build, the Beyerdynamic is the sturdier, more serviceable design with a detachable cable and replaceable parts, while the Bose is lighter and folds for a bag. Owners of the Bose praise its ANC and comfort on long flights; owners of the DT 1990 Pro praise detail, soundstage and build, and accept that it leaks sound and needs an amp or interface to sound its best.

• Choose the Bose if you want wireless freedom, active noise cancelling and a mic for travel, commuting or calls.
• Choose the Beyerdynamic if you mix, master or listen critically at a desk and want open-back detail from a wired, repairable headphone.