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.

Price
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Rating
Category rank
#2
#142
Noise Cancelling
Strong, proven noise cancellation
Strong, steady-noise focused
Sound
Warm, consumer-friendly tuning
Warm, bass-forward, mainstream-tuned
Battery
24 hours with ANC on
40 hours with ANC on
Comfort
Best-in-class all-day comfort
Lightweight, plush cups, moderate clamp
Call Quality
Good microphone clarity
Good mic, solid wind handling
Build Durability
Solid plastic and metal construction
Premium aluminum/soft-touch plastic, solid hinges
Value
$175 (51% discount)
$279 with AppleCare+ (premium for category)
Verdict
Best comfort-first ANC headphone
Best ANC headphones for Apple users

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