Active noise cancellation makes travel and open offices bearable. We tested ten models.
Top Performers
- Sony WH-1000XM5 — best overall ANC
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra — best comfort
- Apple AirPods Max — best for Apple users
- Sennheiser Momentum 4 — best battery life
What Matters
ANC strength, comfort for long wear, battery (30+ hours), and microphone quality for calls.