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Bose ProFlight Aviation Headset vs Sennheiser HD 800: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Bose ProFlight Aviation Headset vs Sennheiser HD 800, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

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Bose ProFlight Aviation Headset

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Sennheiser HD 800
Sound9.5
Noise cancelling0.0
Value6.5

Specifications

Specification comparison of Bose ProFlight Aviation Headset vs Sennheiser HD 800
SpecBose ProFlight Aviation HeadsetSennheiser HD 800
TypeOver-EarOver-Ear
Price (USD)$1099$1800
HearWiki scoreNot scored88 / 100 · Outstanding
Released20182009
Audio
Driver-dynamic
Driver size-56 mm
Drivers per side-2
Frequency response-14Hz-44.1kHz
Impedance-300 Ω
Sensitivity-102 dB/mW
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)-102
Wireless
BluetoothBluetooth-
Multipoint pairing-No
Features
Active noise cancelling-No
Design
Weight-330 g
Detachable cable-Yes
USB-C-No
Balanced connection-Yes
Model codeProFlight Series 2 Aviation Headset-

What reviewers said

Bose ProFlight Aviation Headset

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Sennheiser HD 800

The Sennheiser HD 800 is a premium open-back headphone designed for audiophiles who prioritize an expansive, speaker-like soundstage and exceptional detail retrieval. Its large dynamic drivers and angled transducer placement deliver a wide, airy presentation with precise imaging, though it demands a powerful amplifier to perform at its best. While the price tag is steep, the combination of engineering precision, comfort, and clarity makes it a standout choice for serious listening at home.

  • Pro:Exceptional soundstage width and spatial imaging
  • Pro:Highly detailed and resolving treble with controlled bass
  • Pro:Very comfortable for long listening sessions
  • Con:Requires a high-power amplifier; not suitable for portable use
  • Con:Fully open design offers no noise isolation
  • Con:Expensive retail price

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