BEST DEALS ON NOISE-CANCELING HEADPHONES:
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Sony – WH-XB900N Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones — $178 (save $71.99)
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Insignia™ – Wireless Noise Canceling Over-the-Ear Headphones — $69.99 (save $30)
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JLab Audio – Studio ANC Wireless On-Ear Headphones — $59.99
Listening to music is so much more than a distraction when you’re alone in public. It can have a profound effect on your state of mind, and it’s the reason we’re willing to spend iPad-level cash on headphones instead of opting for a pair in the checkout line. Listening to music (or podcasts, or audiobooks) can be an integral part of getting through that daily commute or a restless transatlantic flight. Read more…
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BEST OVERALL
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
The QC 35s are the archetype for ANC headphones and have serious customization features.
- Battery life: 20 hours wireless, 40 hours wired
- Wireless range: 30 feet
- Bluetooth codec: AAC
- App-connected: yes
$349 from Amazon
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BEST SMART FEATURES
Sony WH1000XM3
Sony’s most intuitive headphones are Alexa-enabled and have a great high altitude feature.
- Battery life: 30 hours
- Wireless range: 33 feet
- Bluetooth codec: aptX HD
- App-connected: yes
$278 from Amazon
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BEST LOOKING
B&O Beoplay H9i
These luxe headphones were carefully crafted with rich looks outside and rich sound inside.
- Battery life: 18 hours
- Wireless range: 121 feet
- Bluetooth codec: AAC
- App-connected: yes
$477.93 from Amazon
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MOST CUSTOMIZABLE NOISE CANCELLATION
Bowers & Wilkins PX
These are classy AF and offer some of the best-in-class ANC, particularly in outdoor settings.
- Battery life: 22 hours wireless, 33 hours wired
- Wireless range: 98 feet
- Bluetooth codec: aptX HD
- App-connected: yes
$274.98 from Amazon
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BEST FOR IPHONE USERS
Beats Studio 3
The only Beats with noise cancellation do an impressive job and have an impressive color selection.
- Battery life: 40 hours pure ANC off, 22 hours pure ANC on
- Wireless range: 100 feet
- Bluetooth codec: AAC
- App-connected: yes
$279.95 from Amazon
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BEST MID-RANGE OPTION
Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2
These Bose alternatives will surprise you with functional smart features and energetic sound.
- Battery life: 24 hours
- Wireless range: 330 feet
- Bluetooth codec: aptX HD
- App-connected: yes
$129.99 from Amazon
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BEST NOISE-CANCELING EARBUDS
Bose QuietComfort 20
Noise-canceling earbuds are few and far between, but you’ll be wowed by the oomph of these inconspicuous buds.
- Battery life: 16 hours
- Wireless range: N/A
- Bluetooth codec: N/A
- App-connected: no
$249 from Amazon
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BUDGET PICK
TaoTronics TT-BH060 (2019 model)
Decent noise cancellation and extensive battery life at this price makes these a great buy for casual listeners.
- Battery life: 30 hours
- Wireless range: 30 feet
- Bluetooth codec: AAC
- App-connected: no
$54.99 from Amazon
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