Stuck on gift ideas? These excellent noise-canceling headphones are still 43% off and matching its Black Friday price

Bose QuietComfort earbuds and headphones — (Image credit: Amazon/ Future)

With just two weeks to Christmas, many of us are facing a familiar dilemma: what should I get my loved ones this year? Buying gifts is enough difficult as it is, never mind when you are on a tight budget or if you are completely lost for ideas about what gifts the recipient would actually want. If this sounds like you, we have a deal that may pique your interest — the noise-canceling Bosu QuietComfort headphones are now 43% off at Best Buy, Amazon and other major retailers, saving you a huge $150 and matching their Black Friday price. And if there is one thing we know about gifting is that nobody can be mad at getting some peace and quiet during festive season.

The Bose QuietComfort headphones may not be the most premium or expensive kit on the market, but they still offer some of the best noise-canceling features and even some of the fussiest audiophiles out there will appreciate it. We can attest to that — we use these headphones daily. They are stylish and comfortable to wear for prolonged periods, and they always do a good job of helping us relax after a long day. Most importantly, the Bose QuietComfort headphones deliver great sound quality without letting the background noise in. A real gem for under $200.

Mind you, while headphones are perfect for chilling to your favorite tunes, they may not be the best option for fitness lovers and frequent travellers. If you have a budding athlete or a keen hiker to buy gifts for, consider getting them the Bose QuietComfort earbuds instead. While these sleek earbuds may not be durable enough to be considered one of the best running headphones, they are still a fabulous gift for fans of indoor exercise, dancers and other active individuals. They are also on offer at various retailers: the Bose QuietComfort earbuds are now 28% off, slashing their price by a round $50.

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The Bose QuietComfort Headphones in black owned by our reviewer.(Image credit: Anna Gora)

Reviews consensus: Sleek, well-made and ultra-comfortable to wear, the Bose QuietComfort earbuds and headphones wow the reviewers across the board. They are universally praised for their top-notch sound quality, excellent noise cancellation and cosy fit. Many reviewers also appreciated reliable touch controls and useful app features. Negative remarks, on the other hand, often revolve minor flaws like a chunky case or voice control issues.

Anna Gora is a health writer at Live Science, having previously worked across Coach, Fit&Well, T3, TechRadar and Tom's Guide. She is a certified personal trainer, nutritionist and health coach with nearly 10 years of professional experience. Anna holds a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition from the Warsaw University of Life Sciences, a Master’s degree in Nutrition, Physical Activity & Public Health from the University of Bristol, as well as various health coaching certificates. She is passionate about empowering people to live a healthy lifestyle and promoting the benefits of a plant-based diet.