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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JBL Live 770NC Wireless ANC Headphones JBL Live 770NC Wireless ANC Headphones #74 in Noise-Cancelling Headphones
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#74
Noise Cancelling
Strong, proven noise cancellation
Adaptive noise cancellation with smart ambient
Sound
Warm, consumer-friendly tuning
Balanced consumer tuning, 40mm drivers
Battery
24 hours with ANC on
65 hours with ANC on
Comfort
Best-in-class all-day comfort
Fabric headband, lightweight design
Call Quality
Good microphone clarity
Decent mic, moderate wind handling
Build Durability
Solid plastic and metal construction
Solid plastics, proven JBL hinges
Value
$175 (51% discount)
$220 for feature set
Verdict
Best comfort-first ANC headphone
Best long-haul ANC headphones for travel and everyday use.

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