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.

Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Renewed) Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Renewed) #1 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
#1
#121
Noise Cancelling
Class-leading noise cancellation
Functional ANC for steady noise
Sound
Premium audio, balanced tuning
Consumer-tuned, adequate clarity
Battery
30 hours with ANC on
50 hours with ANC on
Comfort
Comfortable, some heat on long sessions
Comfortable for 2-3 hour sessions
Call Quality
Good microphone, some wind noise
Acceptable for calls, modest wind handling
Build Durability
Solid build, foldable hinges proven reliable
Solid plastic, reliable hinges
Value
$199.99 refurbished (50% off retail)
Strong performance-per-dollar at $59.99
Verdict
Best value in flagship ANC headphones
Best-value ANC headphones for budget shoppers

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