Edifier W860NB ANC

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 8 expert reviews

Excellent:

2
Good:

3
Average:

1
Bad:

2

Pros:

Highly effective noise cancellation
Relatively affordable
Wide range of adjustment

Cons:

Veiled, congested sound quality with ANC off
Touch-sensitive controls do not work well

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Last revision on August 17, 2023

Reviewers Liked

Highly effective noise cancellation
Relatively affordable
Wide range of adjustment
Long battery life

Reviewers Didn't Like

Veiled, congested sound quality with ANC off
Touch-sensitive controls do not work well
Earcups get warm after extended use

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Expert reviews and ratings

Edifier have produced a promising new pair of noise cancelling wireless headphones with the W860NB. Are they good enough to be considered a step above the mainstream offerings, and are they the perfect travel companion for peace and quiet? By Kitguru.net on October 18, 2019

Edifier has been a well-established brand in the audio industry, however, most of their successful products are speakers. The manufacturer has made some headphones and they have actually received quite positive reviews on Amazon. I had a chance to...

By techwalls.com on August 31, 2019

The sound quality of this Bluetooth headphone is very good with ANC on, but not so much with ANC off. Build quality is not great, and the touch controls are iffy, but battery life is longer than most.

By TechHive on March 19, 2019

If you are looking for a stylish pair of wireless over-ear headphones with impeccable sound, the Edifier W860NBs will blow you away. The punchy bass balances well with the treble to make your music sound amazing.You can adjust the volume, change tracks...

By goodhousekeeping.co.uk on March 03, 2019

The Edifier W860NB is one of the cheaper alternatives to an ANC headphone, but with it being the cheaper alternative, there are some compromises that you need to live with. The ANC might not be the best and the sound quality is not on par with other...

By klgadgetguy.com on October 05, 2018

The Edifier W860NB is headset made for those who enjoy bass. ANC works well but the noticeable hiss – especially even on quieter or slower songs – is quite annoying. Battery life on the Edifier W860NB deserves all the praise it can get.So in conclusion,...

By nasilemaktech.com on August 01, 2018

Edifier has a winner with the W860NB headphone, It's not too expensive—especially with all the extras factored in. The headphone can easily compete with Bose and Sony at a much better price—and still look good doing it.Price: $169.99 USWhere to buy:...

By The Gadgeteer on April 28, 2019

The Edifier W860NB I believe may be the first Over-Ear noise cancelling headphone I've reviewed. I believe I've tested many on-ear, but this was the first time my ears have been not sat upon and it's nice.The W860NB features a touch area for controls,...

By pocketables.com on March 14, 2019

Are you looking for an affordable pair of active noise cancelling headphones? The Edifier W860NB might just be what you are looking for.Join us for our in-depth review of the Edifier W860NB active noise cancelling Bluetooth headphones, and find out why...

By Tech ARP on December 02, 2018

The Edifier W860NB is priced competitively at RM499 at Edifier Malaysia's official LazMall page – and it is actually one of the cheapest headset with ANC in the market right now.In terms of sound quality, it's not my cup of tea. I also prefer to turn...

By tech-critter.com on September 06, 2018

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