AudioBuying guide
The best noise-cancelling headphones
Our favourite headphones and earbuds for flights, offices and commutes, tested for comfort as much as silence.
By Sofia Marchetti
Great noise cancelling is only half the story. The best pairs also need to be comfortable for hours, sound good without fiddling and last a long trip on one charge. These are the ones we reach for.
Best overall
Solace Pro 2
$379
The best balance of noise cancelling, sound quality and battery life we’ve tested, with a clever auto-pause that actually works.
Most comfortable
Aurel Studio ANC
$399
Wear-all-day comfort and class-leading noise cancellation. Adjust the bass in the app and they sing.
Read our full reviewBest earbuds
Tern Buds ANC
$229
Tiny, secure and remarkably quiet, with a case that fits in a coin pocket.
Best on a budget
Loop 3
$99
Surprisingly effective noise cancelling and 40-hour battery life for under $100.
Written by
Sofia Marchetti
Audio & Home Editor
Sofia tests headphones, speakers and smart-home gear from a flat that is now more hub than home. She studied acoustic engineering in Milan.
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