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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Sony WH-1000XM4 Noise Cancelling Headphones (Renewed, Blue) Sony WH-1000XM4 Noise Cancelling Headphones (Renewed, Blue) #96 in Noise-Cancelling Headphones
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#96
Noise Cancelling
Strong, proven noise cancellation
Excellent low-freq cancellation
Sound
Warm, consumer-friendly tuning
Balanced, slightly warm tuning
Battery
24 hours with ANC on
30 hours with ANC
Comfort
Best-in-class all-day comfort
Good, moderate clamp
Call Quality
Good microphone clarity
Dual mics, solid voice clarity
Build Durability
Solid plastic and metal construction
Premium materials, proven hinges
Value
$175 (51% discount)
High performance at mid-price
Verdict
Best comfort-first ANC headphone
Best ANC performance under $200 (renewed)

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