Best Noise-Canceling Headphones For 2019: The Top-Picks For Commuting And Traveling

Aadhya Khatri - Aug 28, 2019


Best Noise-Canceling Headphones For 2019: The Top-Picks For Commuting And Traveling

Having a pair of noise-canceling headphones mean that you can say goodbye to the annoying sounds of kids screaming, conversations, and traffic

Having a pair of noise-canceling headphones mean that you can say goodbye to the annoying sounds of kids screaming, conversations, and traffic.

However, as the market for this kind of device is more vibrant now than ever, it might be confusing picking out the most suitable pair for you and your budget. That is why we compiled this list of the best noise-canceling headphones to help you.

Sony WH-1000XM3

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Sony WH-1000XM3

Sony WH-1000XM3 has been the world’s best headphones when it comes to noise-blocking two years in a row. It is basically an upgraded version of last year’s WH-1000XM2 with thoughtful touches like USB-C and padding on the bridge to make Sony’s award-winning headphones even better.

What most users love about the 1000XM3 is its ability to block noise. Put it on while a vacuum, and you will barely hear the machine’s motor running.

For audiophiles, Sony LDAC and aptX HD are the best ways to listen to Hi-Res music from a smartphone. All Sony’s flagship headphones come with Google Assistant and Alexa support, so apart from being the best noise-canceling headphones on the market, 1000XM3 is the smartest too.

Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700

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Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700

Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 has to lose to Sony WH-1000XM3 in terms of price and battery life, but it is no way a bad pair of over-ear cans.

Noise-canceling headphones may work for the person who is wearing them; but when users make phone calls, the one on the other side of the line can still hear everything happening around. However, Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 has a solution for this issue, which is to provide the noise-canceling feature for music and calls too.

The quality of sound is good with well-balanced soundstage, lively, and vibrant character.

If you have to choose between Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 and Sony WH-1000XM3, the latter is a better choice with a lower price and a more durable battery life. However, if you opt for the former, what you have is a stunning pair of over-ear cans with excellent noise blocking ability for phone calls too.

Sony WH-1000XM2

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Sony WH-1000XM2

Sony WH-1000XM2’s battery may not last as long as those of Bose but it can definitely beat QC35 when it comes to features and performance.

You can count on the 1000XM2 for its noise-canceling ability and three neat tricks that Bose over-ear cans do not have. The first one is the ambient noise mode, which allows only mid to high frequency in. Another one is Quick Attention, which lets you hear all of the surrounding sounds without taking the headphones off. The last one is LDAC codec, the feature that enables Hi-Res Audio playback.

Good sound quality coupled with an affordable price, Sony WH-1000XM2 is one of the best noise-canceling headphones available on the market.

Bose QuietComfort 35 II

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Bose QuietComfort 35 II

Bose Quiet Comfort 35 II is almost identical to the Bose Quiet Comfort 35, a well-known pair of headphones from Bose but with Google Assistant. With the 35 II, you have Bose’s world-class noise-blocking ability, excellent sounds, and a smart assistant for anything you might want to know.

Bose Quiet Comfort 35 II is the best pick for commuters and travelers. Bose has struck a perfect balance to make sure that almost everyone has something they like. While it may rank lower than the Sony WH-1000XM2 in terms of sound quality, 35 II is still one of the best noise-canceling headphones.

Sony WF-1000XM3 True Wireless Earbuds

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Sony WF-1000XM3 True Wireless Earbuds

Not many wired earbuds can make it to the list of the best noise-canceling headphones, let alone their wireless variety. Since Sony WF-1000XM3s with offers users the best of both world, top-notch noise canceling without the hassle of wires, it deserves a place on this list.

We cannot expect the same level of noise-canceling you will find on a pair of over-ear cans with earbuds, but the 1000XM3s manages to offer the best it can.

With Sony WF-1000XM3, what you will have is an appealing appearance, noise-canceling tech, and decent sound quality; plus, the portability edge of a wireless pair of earbuds.

Jabra Elite 85H

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Jabra Elite 85H

Jabra Elite 85H’s benefits include a wide range of personalization options, classy style, and durable battery life. However, audiophiles might feel it hard to put up with the lack of high-end codec support and the fact that there are punchier offers on the market with similar price.

Given the fact that Jabra Elite 85H is the company’s attempt to join the premium wireless ANC headphones market, what we have with these headphones are quite laudable.

The 85H is a solid alternative to Sony WH-1000XM3.

Philips Fidelio NC1

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Philips Fidelio NC1

Phillips Fidelio NC1 is not wireless but the battery life, comfort, and a great price can make up for that shortcoming.

This pair of headphones offer great value for your money. Shipped with the over-ear cans are a rechargeable battery that can last for up to 30 hours, and a case for storage. Not to mention the well-balanced and warm sounds.

Bose QuietComfort 25

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Bose QuietComfort 25

Before the Bose QC35 and 35 II were released, Bose Quiet Comfort 25 was the best noise-canceling headphones on the market. The highs, mids, and lows never mix with each other and all come through clearly.

However, if you have no problem using something older with wire, the QC25 is an excellent offer with 35 hours of noise-canceling over-ear cans.

Bowers And Wilkins PX Wireless

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Bowers and Wilkins PX Wireless

You can never go wrong with the noise-blocking ability of PX Wireless but they have other benefits on offer. The headphones will turn on and off automatically depending on if the user is wearing them or not; plus, it also has USB-C charging standard.

The most significant downer is the sound quality, which is short on the depth.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Another name for our list of best noise-canceling headphones is Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC. This pair has the edge in the affordable price and compact size.

From the first look, the 4.50 BTNC seems like a simpler version of the offers from Sony and Bose. Performance-wise, it is equally good at blocking noise and offering decent sounds.

JBL Live 650BTNC

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JBL Live 650BTNC

JBL Live 650BTNC’s sound quality, features, and appearance are top-notch given its price. Users can choose either Alexa or Google Assistant, and customizable EQ. With wireless-enabled and ANC, the battery can last as much as 20 hours; with ANC and wired enabled, the headphones can operate for up to 30 hours between charges.

650BTNC can offer 80% of the quality found on Bose QC35 II and Sony WH-1000XM3 with half the price. So if you have a tight budget but still desire world-class performance, JBL Live 650BTNC is right up your alley.

Microsoft Surface headphones

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Microsoft Surface headphones

Microsoft’s Surface headphones are incomparable with Bose’s and Sony’s in terms of noise-canceling ability but they have the warm sounds, and decent bass frequencies to make up for that shortcoming.

While the noise canceling function works well, users may still hear the ambient noise, especially when the surrounding environment is extra noisy. However, if you turn on the music, the issue is no more.

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