The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Noise-Cancelling Headphones, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

Bose QuietComfort Wireless ANC Headphones (Blue Dusk) Bose QuietComfort Wireless ANC Headphones (Blue Dusk) #2 in Noise-Cancelling Headphones
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Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones #45 in Noise-Cancelling Headphones
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#45
Noise Cancelling
Strong, proven noise cancellation
Hybrid ANC; good low-freq handling
Sound
Warm, consumer-friendly tuning
Bass-forward, engaging, non-neutral
Battery
24 hours with ANC on
60 hours ANC-on (class-leading)
Comfort
Best-in-class all-day comfort
Adequate all-day wear, moderate clamp
Call Quality
Good microphone clarity
Decent microphone, some wind bleed
Build Durability
Solid plastic and metal construction
Solid plastic construction, reliable hinges
Value
$175 (51% discount)
$149.99 with 60h battery and ANC
Verdict
Best comfort-first ANC headphone
Best ANC headphones for bass lovers and marathon battery life

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