Noise-canceling articles

Sony's premium wireless headphones, the WH-1000XM6 and WH-1000XM5, are currently down to $400 and $250 respectively, following the debut of the 1000X The ColleXion lineup. Both remain among the top ANC headphones available, offering strong audio quality, and long battery life.

Sony's new 1000X "The ColleXion" headphones celebrate a decade of the company's flagship ANC lineup with a more luxurious take on the WH-1000XM6 formula. Built around the same QN3-powered noise canceling platform, early impressions praise the upgraded materials, comfort, and refined tuning, though the premium design also brings a much higher price tag and shorter battery life.

Walmart is kicking off early Black Friday with a standout deal. Even as last year's model, the AirPods Pro 2 remain one of the best values in Apple's audio lineup. With excellent active noise cancellation, USB-C charging, and built-in hearing-aid features, the Pro 2 give up surprisingly little compared to the newer Pro 3 – making this discount hard to ignore.

The unique-looking Nothing Headphone (1) is praised for its premium build quality, effective noise cancellation, and strong battery life. However, reviewers point out that the sound needs EQ adjustments, the analog jack only works when the headphones are powered on, and the design may not appeal to everyone.

Sony recently launched the WH-1000XM6 with some upgrades, but they also come with a steeper $449 price tag. Meanwhile, the prev-gen XM5s continue to deliver top-tier ANC, 30-hour battery life, and exceptional sound quality. Usually $400, they're currently on sale for $298.

The Sonos Ace pack in ANC, Dolby Atmos spatial audio, and TV audio swap. First impressions confirm excellent audio and build quality, which has to be expected given the hefty competition and pricing.

The Sony WH-1000XM4 are, hands-down, the best ANC headphones you can buy right now, combining excellent noise-cancellation with top sound quality (and value). Normally $350, you can grab them today for $278.

The Sony WH-1000XM4 are the best all-round noise-cancelling headphones of 2020. Normally $373, they are on sale today at $298 and they come with a $25 Amazon Gift Card. You can get this deal in Black or Silver.

With improvements across the board, what were widely considered the best headphones on the market are now even better. The first Sony WH-1000XM4 reviews are in.

Bose's Headphones 700 are among the best active noise-cancelling cans on the market and a worthy successor to the also-great QuietComfort 35 II. Normally $399, you can get them starting at $299 on Amazon.

Razer's first noise-canceling headphones pack THX-certified sound, some handy EQ presets, 25-hour battery life, and a $200 price tag, making the "Opus" a solid, feature-loaded start.