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 (White) JBL Live 770NC Wireless ANC Headphones (White) #98 in Noise-Cancelling Headphones
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#98
Noise Cancelling
Strong, proven noise cancellation
Strong adaptive ANC
Sound
Warm, consumer-friendly tuning
Consumer-tuned, balanced
Battery
24 hours with ANC on
40 hours with ANC
Comfort
Best-in-class all-day comfort
Lightweight, fabric headband
Call Quality
Good microphone clarity
Good, dual-mic pickup
Build Durability
Solid plastic and metal construction
Solid plastic construction
Value
$175 (51% discount)
Mid-range at $220
Verdict
Best comfort-first ANC headphone
Best battery life in mid-tier ANC headphones

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