Which has better noise cancelling?

The Nothing lists ANC depth up to 42dB; Bose does not publish a figure. Bose's QuietComfort line is widely regarded for ANC tuning, so try both if cancelling is your priority.

Which lasts longer on a charge?

The Nothing Headphone 1, by a wide margin: up to 80 hours without ANC and 35 with it, against 24 hours for the Bose.

Is the Bose worth it at $130?

Yes for most shoppers. It is $69 below the Nothing's $199 low and carries a 4.6 out of 5 rating from 7,400 owners.

Can I use either wired?

The Nothing has a 3.5mm jack and USB-C. The Bose is USB only with a 3 ft cable, so no analog connection.

Which is better for the gym?

The Nothing, which is IP52 rated. The Bose has no official water or sweat resistance rating.

Which is better for Android hi-res audio?

The Nothing, which supports LDAC over Bluetooth 5.3. The Bose lists Bluetooth 5.1 and no LDAC.

Nothing Headphone 1 vs Bose QuietComfort Wireless Headphones

Buy the Bose QuietComfort if you want proven noise cancelling comfort and the lower price: $130 at its lowest since October 28, 2026, versus $199 for the Nothing Headphone 1 since October 29, 2026. Buy the Nothing Headphone 1 if battery life, LDAC, and a wired 3.5mm option matter more than Bose's tuning and fit. The Bose is the safer pick for most shoppers; the Nothing wins on endurance and codec flexibility.

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