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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JLab JBuds Lux ANC Over-Ear Headphones JLab JBuds Lux ANC Over-Ear Headphones #121 in Noise-Cancelling Headphones
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#121
Noise Cancelling
Strong, proven noise cancellation
Functional ANC for steady noise
Sound
Warm, consumer-friendly tuning
Consumer-tuned, adequate clarity
Battery
24 hours with ANC on
50 hours with ANC on
Comfort
Best-in-class all-day comfort
Comfortable for 2-3 hour sessions
Call Quality
Good microphone clarity
Acceptable for calls, modest wind handling
Build Durability
Solid plastic and metal construction
Solid plastic, reliable hinges
Value
$175 (51% discount)
Strong performance-per-dollar at $59.99
Verdict
Best comfort-first ANC headphone
Best-value ANC headphones for budget shoppers

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