Our quick take
Alternatives to consider
Bose QuietComfort 35 II - 4.5 / 5
- The best Bluetooth headphones: Top on-ear or over-ear wireless headphones Best Google Assistant headphones: Smart sounds from Bose, Sony, and more
Design
- Corrosion-resistant steel and glass-infused nylon Foldable design, semi-hard case included Alcantara lining for longevity 180 x 170 x 81mm
Google Assistant and Connect+ app
- Google Assistant built-in Notifications read for you Dedicated Action button
Performance and battery life
- 20 hours battery life Quick charging
Noise-cancelling and sound quality
- Active noise-cancelling (ANC) technology Three levels of noise-cancelling available
To recap
The first-generation QC35 was among the most lauded noise-cancelling headphones. The second-generation continue that trend of excellence, but with the addition of Google Assistant - which is surprisingly useful for managing notifications.
