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Bose - A30 Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Aviation Headset with Dual Plug - Black
Average customer rating
4.1
(89 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 89 reviews
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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1 Star
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Customer Reviews for Bose - A30 Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Aviation Headset with Dual Plug - Black
Customer Rating
3
Disappointing for 14+ years of development
on July 8, 2026
Posted by: David
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:1 month
This is my third A30 headset and it seems like Bose has finally fixed the issue they had with their initial models. To be honest I'm disappointed in Bose. I had my A20 headset for 14 years. I bought it when it first came out. What a headset. You nailed it. I used it from for almost 9000 hours of flying. Light aircraft, helicopters, turboprops, light, medium and now heavy jets. The A30 is nice but you clearly had an issue with your initial models. I offered to help/advise. I was ignored. Your community did the same. You ignored them too. I returned two A30 headsets and instead got my A20 headset refurbished as it was and probably still is a superior product. You sponsored inexperienced, general aviation, social media pilots to promote the A30 headset. They weren't able to give you the feedback you needed to create the next best headset after 14+ years of R&D
Response from bose.comBy Customer Support, July 9, 2026
Hello David, thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We truly appreciate your loyalty and support as a Bose customer over the years.
We're sorry to hear about the disappointment and inconvenience you experienced with the initial models. We understand how frustrating that must have been, especially given your extensive experience with the A20 headset and the many years you've trusted Bose products throughout your flying career. This is certainly not the experience we want for our customers.
We also appreciate your willingness to provide feedback and insights. Comments like yours are incredibly valuable, as they help us better understand our customers' experiences and continue improving our products and services.
If you need any further assistance or have additional questions in the future, please don't hesitate to contact our Customer Support team at https://bose.life/contact We'll be happy to assist you further.
Thank you again for your honest feedback and for being a valued member of the Bose community.
-Sophie
We're sorry to hear about the disappointment and inconvenience you experienced with the initial models. We understand how frustrating that must have been, especially given your extensive experience with the A20 headset and the many years you've trusted Bose products throughout your flying career. This is certainly not the experience we want for our customers.
We also appreciate your willingness to provide feedback and insights. Comments like yours are incredibly valuable, as they help us better understand our customers' experiences and continue improving our products and services.
If you need any further assistance or have additional questions in the future, please don't hesitate to contact our Customer Support team at https://bose.life/contact We'll be happy to assist you further.
Thank you again for your honest feedback and for being a valued member of the Bose community.
-Sophie
Written by a customer while visiting bose.com
Customer Rating
5
on June 7, 2026
Posted by: Alex 1980
Gender:Female
Length of ownership:1 month
Best gift ever. My daughter love her aviation bose ... her flight time is more quiet and help her performance
Written by a customer while visiting bose.com
Customer Rating
5
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Sarah M
Gender:Female
Length of ownership:1 month
Very comfortable to wear for long days in the aircraft. It's lightweight and doesn't squeeze your head.
Written by a customer while visiting bose.com
Customer Rating
1
Broke on first flight
on May 16, 2026
Posted by: Cory
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:1 month
First flight after receiving it, the noise cancelling audio breaks down in the right headphone. Seems that there may be a loose wire in the headband area... As the audio goes off and on with slight movement... Completely cuts out all audio on right headphone from just turning the head a little bit. operates fine with noise cancelling off... But, come on!... You buy bose for the noise cancelling. And this was the FIRST FLIGHT out of the box. Will be returning for repairs and possible refund.
Written by a customer while visiting bose.com
Customer Rating
2
They are ok.
on April 27, 2026
Posted by: Bob27
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:1 week
They are ok. Noise canceling and Bluetooth work well. But on long flights, I was getting head and ear fatigue. I probably will go back to wearing clarity Aloft’s.
Response from bose.comBy Customer Support, April 27, 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We’re glad to hear that you like our Bose A30 Aviation Headset. The noise-canceling and Bluetooth performance met your expectations. Experiencing head or ear fatigue during long flights can be normal, especially with extended wear over several hours. Comfort can vary from person to person depending on individual fit, ear pressure, and listening duration.
We understand your preference for the Clarity Aloft headset for long‑haul travel, as over‑ear or aviation‑style headsets are often perceived as more comfortable during extended use. To help reduce fatigue when using in‑ear earbuds on long flights, you may find the following suggestions helpful:
Take regular listening breaks to relieve pressure and give your ears time to rest.
Ensure optimal fit by re‑checking ear tip and stability band sizes to minimize unnecessary pressure.
Lower listening volume, as effective noise cancelation allows for comfortable listening at reduced levels.
Use noise cancelation selectively, especially during quieter periods of the flight.
Cedrick - Customer Support
We understand your preference for the Clarity Aloft headset for long‑haul travel, as over‑ear or aviation‑style headsets are often perceived as more comfortable during extended use. To help reduce fatigue when using in‑ear earbuds on long flights, you may find the following suggestions helpful:
Take regular listening breaks to relieve pressure and give your ears time to rest.
Ensure optimal fit by re‑checking ear tip and stability band sizes to minimize unnecessary pressure.
Lower listening volume, as effective noise cancelation allows for comfortable listening at reduced levels.
Use noise cancelation selectively, especially during quieter periods of the flight.
Cedrick - Customer Support
Written by a customer while visiting bose.com
Customer Rating
5
Bose A30 Bluetooth headset
on March 29, 2026
Posted by: Svend
I have been using Bose aviation headsets for the last 20 years , I don’t love how they only fix up the newest they have but they are the best .
Would love a David Clark warranty with a Bose .
I had a the X/A10 the oldest one worked great also just upgraded to the A30 w Bluetooth I don’t really use that a lot but comes in handy if you need to call atc for a clearance on the phone , I have used it a few times works flawlessly .
The A30 is very comfortable , I have a huge head but I think it fits everyone well . I sit right seat at the moment it was super easy to swap the microphone to the other side , way easier than the X/A10 .
All in all super happy with the A30
Would love a David Clark warranty with a Bose .
I had a the X/A10 the oldest one worked great also just upgraded to the A30 w Bluetooth I don’t really use that a lot but comes in handy if you need to call atc for a clearance on the phone , I have used it a few times works flawlessly .
The A30 is very comfortable , I have a huge head but I think it fits everyone well . I sit right seat at the moment it was super easy to swap the microphone to the other side , way easier than the X/A10 .
All in all super happy with the A30
Written by a customer while visiting bose.com
Customer Rating
1
Disappointed
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: Greg
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:1 month
Only flown 2 trips with the headset and the left ear cup has a crackling sound in it, even with the noise canceling off. I read about not having sunglasses on or that is a possibility, so I have tried it with no sunglasses, different positions on my head, different volumes and it consistently occurs. Works good when that isn’t happening, which isn’t often. I plan to return them and try something else.
Response from bose.comBy Customer Support, March 19, 2026
Hello, Greg! Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences with the Bose A30 Aviation Headset. Designed for exceptional performance and all‑day comfort, the A30 features three selectable active noise‑reduction modes, clear and natural audio through active equalization, and a lightweight design with reduced clamping force. Ideal for long flights.
We truly appreciate you bringing to our attention the crackling sounds you’re experiencing in the left ear cups. We’re more than happy to assist you with these concerns. To get started, please review the troubleshooting guide linked below, which will help resolve the issue.
https://bose.life/47UYTKC
Cedrick - Customer Support
We truly appreciate you bringing to our attention the crackling sounds you’re experiencing in the left ear cups. We’re more than happy to assist you with these concerns. To get started, please review the troubleshooting guide linked below, which will help resolve the issue.
https://bose.life/47UYTKC
Cedrick - Customer Support
Written by a customer while visiting bose.com
Customer Rating
5
Great Features!
on February 5, 2026
Posted by: Noah
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:1 week
I haven’t used it on a flight yet, but I got it set up to Bluetooth to my phone and have tested the noise cancellation already. I absolutely love the features so far!!
Written by a customer while visiting bose.com