Marshall Monitor III ANC vs Bose Headphones 700

The Bose Headphones 700 is the better pick for calls and travel. Its eight-mic system and 11 adjustable noise-cancelling levels are built for voices and planes, and it pairs with three devices at once. The Marshall Monitor III wins on endurance, fit and character: far longer playtime, a foldable frame with a hard case, and the warm, bass-forward sound owners praise. Build is solid on both, but the Bose is the older design and its battery is the weak point.

• Choose the Marshall Monitor III if you want very long battery life, a foldable over-ear with a hard case, and a bold, bass-heavy sound with a physical control knob.
• Choose the Bose Headphones 700 if clear calls, adjustable noise cancelling and switching between several devices matter more than battery life.