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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Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Renewed) Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Renewed) #81 in Noise-Cancelling Headphones
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#1
#81
Noise Cancelling
Class-leading noise cancellation
Strong, smooth low-freq cancellation
Sound
Premium audio, balanced tuning
Warm, bassy, consumer-tuned
Battery
30 hours with ANC on
~20 hours with ANC on
Comfort
Comfortable, some heat on long sessions
Excellent padding, minimal clamp fatigue
Call Quality
Good microphone, some wind noise
Solid microphone, good clarity
Build Durability
Solid build, foldable hinges proven reliable
Premium plastics, proven reliable hinges
Value
$199.99 refurbished (50% off retail)
$179.99 renewed (14% off retail)
Verdict
Best value in flagship ANC headphones
Best All-Day Comfort ANC Headphone (Renewed Discount)

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