In-ear headphones with active noise reduction. The best over-ear wireless noise-canceling headphones

Updated: 02/13/2019 11:25:05

Expert: Vladislav Samoshkin

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More and more people are using headphones outside their home. What do they encounter, for example, in public transport? That's right, with extraneous noise. The hum in the subway can interrupt the music, especially if the person is using headphones rather than earplugs. This problem is solved by an active noise reduction system. However, in many models it does not work adequately - the music is supplemented by some extra sounds that irritate people around them more. That is why we decided to tell you about those headphones where the noise reduction system is implemented in the best possible way. Well, the models we reviewed also sound almost perfect.

Rating of the best headphones with active noise cancellation

Very expensive headphones, belonging to the full-size type. This means that they completely cover even the largest ears. This allows you to escape from external noise even without activating the corresponding function. Only the most loud sounds- for example, the hum on an airplane or people talking on the phone in the subway. It is to muffle such sounds that an active noise reduction system is used. It works using two microphones; there are no complaints about the quality of this function. This is one of the few models that performs perfectly even without turning on music - some buyers activate only noise reduction in order to fall asleep on a train or plane, because complete silence is good for this.

Like most of the headphones reviewed here, the model called Bose QuietComfort 35 uses smartphone connectivity wireless technology Bluetooth. The first synchronization is carried out as quickly as possible - this process is accelerated by the NFC chip. Unfortunately, there is no support for the aptX codec here, so perfect sound Don't even hope. The worst impressions come from the high frequencies. I'm glad that there is a 3.5 mm audio cable input. But the sound quality does not improve too much with a wired connection. Many buyers say that they would like such expensive headphones to sound noticeably better.

It must be admitted that at certain moments an audio cable can still save you. We are talking about those cases when the user forgets to charge the battery built into the headset. If the battery is fully charged, you can count on 16-20 hours of sound.

The product turned out to be quite heavy. But what other full-size headphones weigh less than 310 grams? And don’t forget that this representative of our rating includes microphones - they allow you not only to escape from external noise, but also to talk on the phone. Interestingly, a pairwise connection is implemented here. Another interesting feature is the shutdown timer. Some other functions are also available to the user - you should look for them in the Bose Connect application.

You will definitely like the large size of this headset. Due to the fact that the ears fit completely inside, the feeling that you are wearing something on your head will soon completely disappear. Perhaps it’s worth taking the Bose QuietComfort 35 just for the ideal design. It’s not for nothing that the name of the accessory contains the word “comfort”. But try to find a copy for relatively little money - you shouldn’t spend more than 25 thousand rubles on such headphones, which they ask for by default.

Advantages

Comfortable fit on the head;
Wired connection possible;
There is an NFC chip;
The kit includes a case;
Expanded functionality using the Bose Connect app.

Flaws

Long recharging;
Very high high frequencies;
Active noise cancellation doesn't help when talking on the phone;
Voice notifications are in English only.

Another full-size headphones in our rating. Many experts believe that this is the standard in the world of products supplemented with an active noise reduction system. Indeed, it must be admitted that this function works best here. Once you turn on noise reduction, any sounds in the subway, airplane or anywhere else cease to exist for you. You can even walk near the sorting hump on the railway, where cars collide with each other.

This model connects to a smartphone or other portable device via Bluetooth. At the same time, Sony has introduced support for the AptX and AptX codecs here. If your smartphone can work with such codecs, then you will be able to hear sound in CD quality. That is, there will be no point in listening to MP3 music - you will immediately hear all the unpleasant nuances of the compression effect.

A nice bonus is the NFC chip, which significantly speeds up synchronization. Much more useful is the gold-plated 3.5mm jack. It allows you to use your headphones even if their battery is low. Also, the audio cable will be regularly used by those people who have at their disposal a simple smartphone that lacks a sound processor and support for the AptX codec. The length of the supplied cable is 1.2 m, which is enough in the vast majority of cases.

Inside the cups used here are the usual 40 mm membranes. There is also a very capacious battery somewhere inside the headphones. A full charge can last for 35 hours. At least this is the figure stated by the manufacturer. In practice, everything depends on the quality of the Bluetooth signal, the volume of noise around and, of course, the volume of the sound. But in any case, you will have a close to record duration battery life.

An interesting feature of the product is the quick switching to ambient sound mode. This allows you to ride a bicycle with headphones on - you will definitely hear the signal of an approaching car or the shout of a passerby.

Based on our description, it may seem that the headset is ideal. Unfortunately, this word cannot be used to describe any headphones with active noise cancellation. This representative of this rating is too expensive - in Russian stores they ask for at least 30 thousand rubles. Also confusing is the fact that when using bass boost and some other useful functions There is a transition to the outdated SBC codec. Another drawback will be noticed by people who use headphones outdoors at sub-zero temperatures - the sensor on the right ear simply refuses to work in such conditions! Not everyone will like voice notifications about each change in the noise reduction level - they cannot be turned off, there is no such option even in the proprietary application. By the way, running program It eats up a lot of your smartphone's battery power - this is also annoying.

Advantages

There is an NFC chip that speeds up synchronization;
Good sound quality;
Stable operation via Bluetooth;
It is possible to connect an audio cable;
There is support for the AptX codec;
Optimization of atmospheric pressure has been implemented;
Through the application you can use additional functionality;
The kit includes a case.

Flaws

Some voice notifications are annoying;
Recharging takes three hours;
In cold weather, touch control stops working.

It must be admitted that outwardly this representative of the rating of the best headphones with active noise cancellation differs from its competitors. The plastic headband here is complemented by metal frames, to which the cups are already attached. The latter are full-size - the ears literally drown in them. External noise is almost inaudible even if you simply put on this accessory. Well, if you use active noise reduction, then you will only hear some kind of jackhammer working very close to you. By the way, here this function uses as many as four microphones!

The manufacturer managed to significantly lighten the design. 258 grams are felt on the head only at first. Sennheiser also decided to release several versions of these headphones - they differ in the color of the case. And one cannot fail to note the price tag - Russian stores ask for this model no more than 22 thousand rubles.

The headphones connect to a portable device via Bluetooth 4.0. If it supports the AptX codec, then you can enjoy sound close to CD quality! However, this also depends on several other factors - for example, on the presence of a full-fledged DAC in the smartphone and the format of the file being played. It should be noted that there is also an NFC chip, which significantly speeds up pairing with the device.

This model can be used as a headset. However, don’t expect paired connections and support for other similar technologies - the manufacturer saved money on this. It's good that at least voice dialing works here. The headphones also allow you to control music playback - for this, the corresponding mechanical buttons are used on one of the cups.

The product includes a very capacious battery. Buyers write that a full charge lasts for 22 hours - this is an excellent result. But if the charge is exhausted, then this is not the end! There is an audio jack here, thanks to which you can wired connection. It should be noted that the sound is transmitted through the cable in better quality - this is noticeable.

The active noise reduction system works here in constant mode. This is the main difference between this representative of the rating and most competitors. On the one hand, someone may want to turn it off, but will not get this opportunity. On the other hand, this feature works so well that it has virtually no effect on the sound quality. By the way, this is a rare case when active noise reduction continues to work even with a wired connection.

Perhaps the headphones turned out to be very good, they deserve the money spent on them. Problems may only arise for people with large ears - it is likely that they will find the fit of the headset uncomfortable. This is due to the small diameter of the ear pads used here.

Advantages

There is an NFC chip;
Stable Bluetooth connection;
Connection via cable is possible;
Three body colors to choose from;
The active noise cancellation system works almost perfectly;
Convenient folding design;
There is support for the AptX codec;
Not very heavy;
High quality mechanical keys.

Flaws

The diameter of the ear pads is not very large;
It is impossible to disable the noise reduction;
The price is still a bit high;
The controls may seem awkward.

Another Bluetooth headphone that supports a wired connection. They belong to the overhead type. The size is quite large, but appearance we can immediately say about maximum reliability. It is unlikely that such headphones will break even after falling to the floor from a height of human height. The disadvantage of this design is its heavy weight - it reaches 335 grams.

Like the other headphones discussed in this article, the Bowers & Wilkins PX headset is in fact wireless. Inside it is a battery with a capacity of 850 mAh. The manufacturer claims that its full charge is enough for 22 hours of battery life. In practice, this parameter greatly depends on the codec used, sound volume and some other factors. But in any case, even 15 hours is an excellent result, allowing you not to use charger a whole week (unless you listen to music all day).

The microphone here is used not only to implement an active noise reduction system. With it you can talk using mobile communications- the interlocutor will hear you very well. Synchronization with a smartphone is carried out via Bluetooth 4.1. I'm incredibly happy that the manufacturer has endowed these headphones with support for the AptX HD codec. If you have a flagship smartphone at your disposal, then there is a high chance that it will stream music to the headset in CD quality! We recommend that owners of simple devices abandon the wireless connection method and use the supplied cable. In this case, you will hear the maximum that the 40 mm membranes used here are capable of.

The headphone electronics are equipped with three environmental filters, which allows the active noise cancellation system to work as accurately as possible. But experts note that in this regard, the product is still inferior to the models discussed above. By the way, the manufacturer recommends downloading its application to use additional functionality - it does not work perfectly on all smartphones.

Advantages

The kit includes a case;
Work via Bluetooth is possible;
Long battery life;
Implemented support for the AptX HD codec;
Good sound quality;
Nice physical buttons.

Flaws

The headphones turned out to be quite heavy;
No folding mechanism;
The application is still far from ideal.

This representative of our rating differs from its competitors in its lower price. You can buy these headphones for 12-15 thousand rubles, depending on the online store you choose. At the same time, this model in many respects is almost no different from more expensive products. It also works via Bluetooth. There is also a 3.5 mm audio jack on its body, which allows you to use a wired connection if the battery charge is low. There is even support for the AptX codec! In short, the buyer can definitely count on high quality sound, no matter what connection method it uses. Of course, provided you have a good sound source. It is stupid to try to connect such a headset to a simple mobile phone to listen to compressed MP3 files.

Interestingly, Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2 has a built-in NFC chip. This means that pairing can be accelerated - connecting to a smartphone will take only a couple of seconds. As for battery life, the manufacturer claims 24 hours. We make allowances for increased sound volume and some other factors, resulting in 18-20 hours. Excellent result!

Charging the battery takes three hours. So far this is the standard for such headphones. No doubt, some models support fast charging, but usually they are either not equipped with an active noise reduction system, or they sound lousy - at least not good enough to be included in our rating.

Despite the capacious battery inside, the headphones weigh 289 g. Not bad for a full-size design! Please note that the manufacturer has endowed his creation with very soft ear pads, as a result of which the headset boasts a tight fit. However, some people write in reviews that even if it is too thick, this model puts pressure on their ears. But it is extremely difficult to refuse it, since in this price segment it is almost impossible to find other noise-cancelling headphones that sound just as good.

Advantages

The kit includes a simple case;
There is support for the AptX codec;
Bluetooth works without any problems;
Built-in NFC chip;
Very long battery life;
Not very high cost.

Flaws

Ergonomics are not for everyone;
Too long information messages;
It is better to immediately disable the sensors for removing headphones from the head;
Some copies still lack a noise reduction system.

Another fairly inexpensive headphones that made it into our rating, partly due to their support for the AptX codec. If you connect the headset to a good smartphone via Bluetooth, you can appreciate the sound quality. Of course, it is recommended to listen exclusively to files in FLAC and ALAC formats.

These headphones do not have to be used exclusively for wireless mode. On one of the cups there is an audio jack to which the supplied cable is connected. In wired mode, the headphones can work as long as you like. Bluetooth consumes the built-in battery - it lasts for about a dozen hours of sound.

The headset belongs to the full-size type. This means that its ear pads completely surround the ears. Well, the active noise reduction system allows you to hide from extraneous sounds.

Get upset in in this case It is possible only regarding the materials used. There is too much plastic involved in manufacturing. Yes, thanks to this the product turned out to be very light - its weight does not exceed 200 grams. But questions arise regarding reliability. Perhaps we still would not recommend such a purchase to those people who are not models of accuracy.

Advantages

Well-functioning active noise reduction system;
Long battery life;
Uses a detachable cable;
Stable synchronization via Bluetooth;
Low cost;
There is support for AptX;
Light weight;
Convenient folding mechanism;
Good sound quality.

Flaws

The design cannot be called particularly reliable;
Recharging cannot be called fleeting.

The most affordable representative of our rating. This Bluetooth headset costs approximately 10 thousand rubles, and sometimes it can be purchased at a lower price. At the same time, the product belongs to the full-size type, and inside its cups there are the usual 40 mm speakers. There is also a microphone - it is with its help that the active noise reduction system works. The microphone can also be used for phone calls. But you may encounter problems in a noisy room - the interlocutor in such conditions will hear extraneous sounds rather than your voice.

Despite the not very high cost, the accessory looks expensive. An untrained person may well think that you bought headphones for several tens of thousands of rubles. It’s also impossible to say from the sound that the manufacturer tried to save money in any way. The bass in music is well felt, but it does not drown out the upper or mid frequencies. These headphones will definitely make you switch from MP3 to higher quality music file formats.

It should be noted high-quality assembly. It feels like such a headset should definitely survive an accidental fall onto a hard surface from a height of human height. The good news is that it is not necessary to use headphones paired with a smartphone exclusively via a Bluetooth connection. The case has the usual connector for an audio cable, which allows you to get wired headphones in the event of a dead battery. However, such situations rarely happen, because the built-in battery lasts for 20-25 hours of sound. But there is also support for the AptX codec! This means that the sound quality is wireless connection almost no different from what you will hear using a cable. Of course, this is only true when the music is taken from a smartphone that also supports AptX.

The Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC headphones come with a case that can come in handy. A micro-USB connector is used to charge the headset. We did not include this fact in the list of shortcomings, since the outdated micro-USB is still used in the vast majority of wireless headphones.

Advantages

Good sound quality;
The price tag cannot be called inflated;
Excellent noise reduction performance;
Very long battery life;
Stable Bluetooth connection;
Comfortable fit;
Wired connection possible;
The kit includes a case;
AptX support has been implemented.

Flaws

Very long recharging time;
When talking, the microphone picks up too much external noise.

Conclusion

Unfortunately, active noise cancellation technology is still far from ideal. Even in the headphones described in this article, a true music lover will feel an admixture of extraneous sounds. We can only be glad that activating noise cancellation is not required too often, and when the function is turned off, the headphones perform at their best.

Noise for residents of megacities is everywhere. Conversations, the hum of machines, construction tools and equipment, ringing mobile phones, sounds of animals - all this not only pollutes the general background, but sometimes puts psychological pressure on a person.

For example, you are going on a trip or a business trip, but in the transport a baby is crying angrily, a dog is barking, or someone, not really considering those around him, allows himself to speak out about everything that comes to his mind, and even in a raised voice.

If you want to drown out the whining of a crying child and “turn off” other unwanted sounds from your perception, then good headphones will come in handy. "Good" in this context means that they will have maximum level noise reduction.

The first thing you need to remember about noise-canceling headphones is the basic way they work: they first block noise and then allow you to enjoy high-quality sound.

With that said, here is a list of active noise canceling headphones that deserve your attention and are worth buying. Make your world more harmonious and control background noise with these great headphones.

Best of the best: Bose QuietComfort 35

Acoustic noise-canceling headphones from Bose. Famous brand is a synonym high quality sound and excellent quality. It is not surprising that it was this world-famous company that introduced the world to unique noise-canceling headphones.

Bose's QuietComfort 35 headphones may be too expensive for most people, but they are by far the most comfortable and effective noise-canceling headphones available. They come in classic black or white, but there are other color combinations available.

The headphones fold into a convenient bag for storage or transportation. Sure, they're not cheap, but the noise-canceling technology developed by Bose has been refined over the decades. It remains the pinnacle in this segment of modern technology.

Best Sound: Monoprice Hi-Fi Active Noise-Canceling Headphone

These aren't the cheapest noise-canceling headphones on the market, but they offer the best combination of performance and price. You can find noise-reducing headphones for as little as 300 rubles, but they are unlikely to work as advertised.

The Monoprice Hi-Fi headphones promise excellent noise-canceling performance. Active noise-canceling technology blocks up to 22dB of ambient noise and runs on AAA batteries, promising up to 50 hours of use.

It is equipped with a three-pin remote control remote control, which allows you to use them with mobile device or applications. The design itself is pretty boring. There is no Bluetooth compatibility, but when it comes to their main function, in the noise canceling category, these headphones are flawless.

Extend the fun: Bose QuietControl 30

As mentioned, when it comes to noise-canceling technology, Bose is the unrivaled leader. Simply because the company has been working with sound since the 1980s, has vast experience and a lot of proven and new technologies. The company was separately engaged in the development of special equipment for noise reduction.

It is thanks to Bose that we can use the best headphones with optimal noise-canceling properties. But the QuietControl 30 headphones offer more than just performance, reliability and style.

These in-ear headphones provide high level comfort. Some people find in-ear headphones generally uncomfortable to use for long periods of time, so for those users, we recommend the QuietComfort 35. They're so comfortable that you won't even feel them. In any case, there will be no discomfort. Even if you will be using them for a long period of time.

Best Comfort: Sennheiser PXC 480

When it comes to comfort, the most comfortable headphone design is an over-ear design. These headphones cover the entire ear, extending slightly beyond the shell area, which prevents the pressure that those who wear headphones directly on or inside their ears may experience.

These ear devices are equipped with soft materials that provide additional comfort while reducing noise levels. Durable, durable materials give active noise-cancelling headphones durability and reliability. They also have a unique TalkThrough feature that allows users to communicate without removing the headphones.

Stylish: wireless BOHM Bluetooth

These are fairly small headphones that are affordable for almost everyone. Unlike many other noise-canceling headphones, BOHMs include a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that allows you to enjoy up to 18 hours of sound.

From two high quality stereo speakers you can expect high quality sound with strong bass. As an added bonus, the headphones are Bluetooth compatible, meaning you don't need any wires. The active headphones come in two equally stylish color tones, but we recommend the brown or gold option for maximum wow factor.

In addition to great features, BOHM headphones offer you amazing comfort. They are equipped with lightweight leather ear cups and a soft headband. There's even an in-line remote control and microphone that allows you to make hassle-free calls on the go. Stress-free listening to music is guaranteed.

Best Sound: V-MODA Crossfade Wireless Over-Ear Headphones

The V-MODA Crossfade wireless headphones look like something out of science fiction. The two-tone industrial style will make you look like a DJ from the future. But they're not just stylish.

They sound great. These headphones have a 50mm dual diaphragm driver that delivers crystal clear sound that separates the bass from the mids and highs of the tunes.

These headphones will allow you to connect to wired or wireless network depending on your circumstances. Let's say you have a smartphone without a connector and need wireless headphones, but you're using wired headphones with your work laptop. V-MODA Crossfade can handle both devices, and you'll be able to sync the headphones to two devices at once if you're using your phone and tablet at the same time.

These headphones can stream music wirelessly for about 12 hours on a single charge. But you can still use them wired if the battery dies. The headphones are available in black, chrome, red, and white colors.

Boost Sound: Paww WaveSound 3 Bluetooth

WaveSound 3 headphones are designed primarily for travel. They are equipped with a travel case and special structural elements designed for airplane flights or train travel.

They include an aircraft adapter designed to connect to certain in-flight surveillance systems. They block out cabin noise, eliminating up to 23 dB of unwanted outside noise. In addition to clear audio reproduction and noise cancellation, WaveSound 3 has a built-in microphone for calls (please don't do this on a plane!).

The lightweight and durable metal design will fit comfortably on your head. Sound connoisseurs say the WaveSound 3 headphones do a great job of canceling out noise, delivering great sound to their favorite songs, especially when traveling by train.

Best Design: AKG N60 Headphones

Portable, lightweight and attractive, the AKG N60 headphones are ideal for those on the go. With 30 hours of battery life and USB charging, this device is a must-have for those on the go.

The AKG N60 is made of plastic wrapped in high-quality leather that extends to the ears. Active noise cancellation is present, but the real appeal of these headphones is the sophisticated design. The audio highs have very clear mids, and the lows have great depth and detailed bass.

Bottom line

All of these models offer varying degrees of noise reduction, but always offer ideal sound and user comfort. Choose your type of headphones, download great songs, and fill your world with your sound.

Modern types of headphones are designed to best meet user needs. Now you can listen to modern music in the subway, while driving, while jogging in the morning, and even under water. A separate class of sound-reproducing devices are headphones with active noise reduction, which provide complete isolation from the outside world.

The operating principle of these devices is quite simple; their manufacture is based on the simplest theoretical data. The propagation of sound is represented as the movement of waves; only a sound wave can be reproduced in mirror reflection. This action is called inverting the sound wave.

How it works? Headphones with active noise reduction have a design that is distinctive from other types of devices. On the inner surface of the case there are precision microphones that constantly measure the level of external sound flow. Then the data is transmitted to the speaker through inversion.

Those waves that don't have useful action, I act in antiphase. Through this movement, excess noise is dampened, and the main sound stream remains undistorted.

Device Features

There are no features that prohibit the use of noise-canceling headphones. These devices are very simple and practical even with active everyday use.

You just need to remember that purchasing noise-canceling headphones from an unofficial manufacturer may cause the device to quickly break down. Microphones located inside the headphones must comply with modern technical standards, otherwise their service life will be very short. Today, the audio device market is saturated with low-quality fakes, the passive price of which is not too far from the cost of the original headphones.

Advantages and disadvantages

The main positive aspect of using a noise-canceling system is complete isolation from external stimuli. The user can calmly enjoy his favorite music, for example, while going to work, without hearing surrounding sounds. But, as it turned out, such headphones do not work the same for everyone and have a number of disadvantages:

The occurrence of headaches. There is a category of users for whom the isolation of sound flow causes constant headaches.
Constant irritant. Isolated sound becomes irritating when listened to for long periods of time, which is why many noise-canceling headphones have a function to turn off the isolation from the external sound stream.

Also, such a system crosses the principle of “quiet rooms”, when isolation from external sounds leads to unpleasant sensations, and often to headaches and nausea.

The need to purchase noise-canceling headphones

This type of headphones works flawlessly in crowded places. For example, on a bus, on an airplane, on a subway, where conversations of individual people turn into a general hum that drowns out even the sound of the most powerful headphones. But not all users use these devices exclusively for listening to music. Some play audio lessons or audio books that require constant concentration and concentration.

Therefore, noise-cancelling headphones are indispensable when you need to concentrate on the material being received. Of course, no one excludes complete absorption in your favorite music, which is why you usually buy headphones.

Best models

The rating of the most reliable devices should start with a full-size model designed for noise suppression. The necessary functionality and wireless connection to the playback device make the Bose QuietComfort 35 II very popular and durable headphones. Accumulator battery high capacity will allow you to enjoy your favorite music even longer.

Wireless connection via Bluetooth module
Dynamic device
Power-on indication via LED
There is a standard 35 mm mini jack connector and a detachable 12 m cable, making the model look like wired headphones
Device operating time up to 20 hours
Convenient volume control located directly on the headphone body

Noise reduction at a high level.
Ergonomically comfortable design, the headphones are practically not felt when worn.
Large battery capacity means longer operation.

Errors sometimes occur when pairing with Apple devices.
During prolonged operation, additional noise appears in the background.

The Bose QuietComfort 35 II model is recognized by users as high-quality and reliable, and is very popular among all categories of sound fans.

Budget over-ear headphones closed type, which provides a good level of noise reduction. A capacitive battery will ensure longer operation of the device. The design of the case is not only convenient, but also attractive in appearance.

Reproduction of frequencies in the range from 4 to 40000 Hz
The operating time of the device is up to 30 hours, for a full charge no more than 4 hours are enough
Sensitivity is 103 dB/mW
Volume control in the form of a touch sensor is located directly on the headphone body

Maximum functionality.
The presence of a convenient Smart Listening function, which automatic mode adjusts the sound without user intervention.
Attractive and convenient design.

Not very convenient location touchpad, you can accidentally touch it with your hand.
Headphones quickly drain the device they are connected to.

Sony WH-1000XM2 is the ideal combination of quality, reliability and modern functionality needed by a practical user.

The best over-ear noise canceling headphones big amount additional functions. Sound reproduction occurs through a dynamic operating principle. Simple design and long service life.

Wireless connection via Bluetooth module version 40
Additionally installed microphone
The device's standby time is up to 360 hours; a full charge requires no more than 3 hours.
Supports 4 different profiles

Produce high-quality and rich sound. This model is often placed on the same level as wired devices.
Good noise reduction.
Ergonomic design. They are practically not felt on the head.

There is no way to disable the noise reduction function.
The microphone quality is poor, which does not allow the device to be used as a conversational headset.

The Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ear Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones (M2 AEBT) are ideal for users who prefer quality over sleek and modern design.

Review of stand-alone in-ear headphones. The design provides active noise suppression. The manufacturer uses only high quality components that have long term operation.

Wireless connection via Bluetooth module version 41
Headphones with microphone
Sensitivity is 101 dB/mW
The operating time of the device is 10 hours
A standard mini jack 35 mm connector is provided
High quality oxygen-free copper is used in the production of wires

Good bass level.
High-quality assembly and reliable components.

Low level of active noise cancellation.
The microphone quality is not good enough.

Sony WI-1000X is durable, lightweight and easy to carry. The headphones are suitable for active users who prefer music with rich bass. Can be used for phone.

Inexpensive over-ear headphones (plugs) with an attractive design and convenient design. Good noise reduction and dynamic operating principle make this model one of the first.

Wireless headphones Connection via Bluetooth module version 40
Additionally installed 2 microphones
The weight of the device is only 213 grams
High quality accumulator battery with large capacity
Dual profile support

The ear pads are of high quality, made entirely of leather.
Sound transmission occurs at a high level.
Comfortable to wear, do not create inconvenience even during active activities.

Low-quality fakes are common. These earbuds should only be purchased from the manufacturer.
Automatic shutdown in too short a time period.

The Bowers & Wilkins P5 Wireless model is the last in the top 5 and is the ideal combination of price and quality, capable of serving the user for a fairly long period of time.


Name
Frequency range	20 - 20000 Hz	4 - 40000 Hz	16 - 22000 Hz	20 - 20000 Hz	10 - 20000 Hz
Sensitivity	118 dB	103 dB	113 dB	101 dB	109 dB
Impedance	32 Ohm	46 Ohm	28 Ohm	16 ohm	22 Ohm
Weight	310 g	275 g	258 g	7 g	213 g
Membrane diameter	-	40 mm	-	6 mm	40 mm
Price	from 28,000 rub.	from 24550 rub.	from 16350 rub.	from 20,000 rub.	from 15850 rub.
Where can I buy

1. Rating of in-ear headphones
2.QCY QY7 Black-Green
3. Xiaomi Mi ANC Type-C In-Ear Earphones
4. Plantronics BackBeat GO
5. Audio-Technica ATH-ANC40BT
6. Sennheiser CXC 700
7. Rating of full-size headphones
8. Audio-Technica ATH-ANC50IS
9. JBL E65BT
10. Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2 SE
11. Sony WH-1000XM2
12. Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) PX

No music lover can imagine his life without good headphones. And if you often listen to music on the street or on public transport, then such a headphone criterion as active noise reduction becomes one of the most important. And today, noise-canceling headphones are in the spotlight.

Rating of in-ear headphones

This will be the traditional top 10 best noise-canceling headphones, which includes both full-size headphones and miniature in-ear headphones.

QCY QY7 Black-Green

Price: 1274 rubles.

QCY QY7 Black-Green - not bad budget headphones with a nice design. The accessory is classified as wireless and works via Bluetooth. At the same time, the headphones can boast of a good degree of autonomy - a full charge lasts for 6.5 hours of listening to music. The sound is reproduced in the range of 20-20000 Hz. Of course, the sound of the QCY QY7 Black-Green is far from top-end, but for its price category it is very decent. But this model, alas, does not differ in outstanding noise-canceling properties.

Xiaomi Mi ANC Type-C In-Ear Earphones

Price: 2890 rubles.

Unlike the model above, Xiaomi Mi ANC have a wider frequency range of 20 - 40000 Hz, as well as clearer and cleaner sound. They are connected via a connector USB Type-C. Active noise cancellation dampens almost all low and mid frequencies, so you can enjoy music even in the subway. Overall good headphones for reasonable price, which will delight you with a pleasant sound. But there are some drawbacks - not a single equalizer works with these headphones.

Plantronics BackBeat GO

Price: 4000 rubles.

Plantronics BackBeat GO features a miniature design and light weight, making these headphones almost invisible on your ears. At the same time, the accessory provides excellent sound quality, as well as the level of noise reduction, even in comparison with more expensive models. However, the compactness and wireless type played a cruel joke on the headphones - when actively listening to music, a full charge lasts only 4 hours. If low autonomy does not bother you, then Plantronics BackBeat GO will give you many pleasant moments.

Audio-Technica ATH-ANC40BT

Price: 9200 rubles.

In second place are another wireless headphones Audio-Technica ATH-ANC40BT. The headset provides high sound quality and even produces quite noticeable bass, especially if you play with the equalizer. The active noise cancellation system does a good job of muffling low and mid frequencies. I am pleased with the autonomy - the charge is enough for 8 hours of active listening to music. One more distinctive feature This model also has the ability to connect via cable, however, in this case the noise suppression system will not work.

Sennheiser CXC 700

Price: 10,490 rubles.

And finally, the best-in-class Sennheiser CXC 700 in-ear headphones. Their advantages include clear sound with high-quality lows and the most pronounced bass among similar accessories. Digital active noise cancellation also performs better than its closest competitors. Among other things, the Sennheiser CXC 700 is one of the most ergonomic and comfortable models. As a minus, we can note that the high frequencies are not the most expressive, however, against the backdrop of the overall sound quality, this is not so critical.

Rating of full-size headphones

Audio-Technica ATH-ANC50IS

Price: 6990 rubles.

Inexpensive wireless headphones Audio-Technica ATH-ANC50IS provide sound at frequencies of 20 - 20,000 Hz. The gadget is of the wireless type and has a high degree of autonomy - up to 40 hours of operation. The model features both good passive noise insulation and a decent active noise reduction system. True, high noise is blocked an order of magnitude worse. But the main disadvantage of the Audio-Technica ATH-ANC50IS is not the most reliable design; these headphones are quite easy to break.

JBL E65BT

Price: 7000 rubles.

JBL E65BT is a wireless model that will appeal to fans of large headphones that sit comfortably on the head and ears. As for the sound, the range of 20 - 20,000 Hz is more conducive to high-quality lows, although the final result does not cause any particular complaints. Noise reduction is on point. Pleasantly pleases high degree autonomy - with noise reduction turned on, a full charge of the device lasts for 15 hours of continuous operation. Fast charging in stock.

Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2 SE

Price: 14990 rubles.

Another headphone from Plantronics, but this time a full-size type. BackBeat Pro 2 SE demonstrate good surround sound, which is facilitated by deep lows and pronounced highs. Noise cancellation is not perfect, but good level and is in no way inferior to other models in this price category. It is worth noting good autonomy, the headphone charge lasts for 24 hours, and the automatic pause function also allows you to save it.

Sony WH-1000XM2

Price: 27999 rubles.

The Sony WH-1000XM2 has everything a quality headphone should have. This is excellent sound in the range of 4 - 40000 Hz with a special wire for listening to audio high resolution. This is one of best systems active “smart” noise reduction with individual settings, allowing you to enjoy excellent sound even at high altitudes. This is a minimalist design with high autonomy. But the model is priced accordingly.

Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) PX

Price: 29990 rubles.

The Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) PX headphones have virtually no competitors. The gadget provides best-in-class sound with an almost perfect frequency balance, which is complemented by an intelligent noise reduction system that adapts to various environmental conditions. With these headphones, nothing can distract you from listening to music either in a subway car or on an airplane. In addition, the device boasts an ergonomic design and good battery life. The only drawback that can be noted is their considerable cost. This concludes the 2019 rating, which included only the best headphones with active noise cancellation. We hope that it helped you resolve the difficult issue of choosing a headset, and that the headphones themselves will please you both with their sound and their ability to protect you from the noise of the world outside the ear pads.

Interest in noise-canceling headphones in Russia is emerging very slowly; many generally look at accessories with disdain, saying that it’s all a stupid waste of money. I bought a smartphone, I need to spend money on the rest. This approach can be compared to how novice drivers calculate the cost of a car, they say, here’s a car, it costs (let’s say) one hundred thousand. I can afford it. But what about the cost of gas, maintenance, insurance, parking, fines? You need to think about this right away. It's the same story with accessories. If you're a frequent flyer, it's important to take care of your brain. What destroys it? It is destroyed by noise. Children are crying, adults are talking or singing songs, a neighbor is trying to communicate. Noise-canceling over-ear headphones are perfect protection. You make it clear to your neighbors that you don't want to talk. You are escaping the noise. You good mood, the brain is saved. So is this worth spending money on? Certainly! Let me note that such headphones will save you not only on an airplane, but also in the office, on public transport, and at home, if you need to listen to music in peace, even if neighbors on all sides are starting renovations. And I’ll say right away that even the best headphones with an ANC (Active Noise Control) system will not be able to perform miracles and completely protect you from very high volume, something will leak out. But in any case, your ears and head will suffer much less.

And one last thing. I personally tested all of these headphones and recommend them all to you - noise reduction will come in handy during New Year's trips. By the way, this is also a good, useful gift.

Headphones

Parrot Zik

Parrot has already shown the second generation Zik, I had a chance to see this model live, listen to it, it’s impressive - however, I can’t say anything about the start of sales. But it's not too late to buy the first generation Zik. The model is extremely successful and will be especially interesting for those who are looking for advanced solutions. At the end of the day, the Bose QC25 are just headphones, nothing more. And Zik is a software and hardware complex, sensors for controlling playback with finger touches, applications for iOS or Android, connection via Bluetooth or using a cable. I recommend reading the review if you are thinking about buying, this applies to other headphones too.

pros: design, effective noise reduction system, excellent sound quality, interesting application for smartphones, comfortable to wear for a long time, touch control and so on - you can find out more in the review.

Minuses: These are quite large headphones, but that's hardly a big drawback.

Price: 12,500 rubles.

Bose QC25

The most modern headphones of the Quiet Comfort series, a review will appear on the site very soon. I have only positive impressions, I think that these are the best noise-canceling headphones on the market - the AAA battery life is about 35 hours, all scary sounds are perfectly cut out on the plane, a convenient remote control, excellent sound quality and delivery set. But you probably won't like the price. Not entirely obvious advantages include the durability of the headphones; the ear pads and cable can be changed, so the QC25 will last you for years. This applies to QC15 too.

pros: design, sound quality, excellent performance of the noise reduction system, operating time, delivery set, work with any devices. Well, the Bose QC25 are also very comfortable!

Minuses: not found.

Price: 14,000 rubles.

Bose QC15

Good old headphones that replaced very popular model QC3. Classic Bose design, excellent noise reduction system, very comfortable, even if you wear them for several hours without taking them off, you won’t feel tired. But the sound quality here is not the most outstanding - not bad, but without frills. With prolonged use, you can change the ear pads and cable; these parts are removable. Good package.

pros: The most important thing is that these are good noise-canceling headphones for the money, comfortable and simple, and will work for years until you get tired of them.

Minuses: If the battery is low and there is no spare, the QC-15 can be put back into the case.

Price: You can find it on sale for 11,000 rubles, or even cheaper.

Bose QC20

Was interesting story, associated with QC20. One day we were filming videos on Taganka, and a friend came to see us. During the break, he asked for help with choosing in-ear headphones - he said that, in principle, he hated headphones, listened to music at home on speakers or in the car, and that it was unlikely that I could surprise him. And he said that he would fly to Vladivostok tomorrow on business. The flight is long. I decided to recommend QC-20, I opened the package myself, showed and told everything - the sellers had already left. Then the magic began, the friend walked around the store with his mouth open, did not hear anything, did not respond to his name. Then he enthusiastically began to tell us what a cool model it was, and how quiet everything was, and how he didn’t hear our voices, music, or anything at all. And it’s great that these are not large on-ear headphones. In general, I bought it. And I said a long time ago, even in the review, that the QC-20 has no analogues.

pros: miniature size, long battery life (16 hours), excellent sound quality, noise reduction system works great, works with any device.

Minuses: alas, the battery is located in a separate unit, the unit is on a cable, some may not like this - although it weighs little and is not too noticeable.

Price: 15,000 rubles.

Plantronics BackBeat Pro

An extremely interesting model in terms of price-quality ratio, Plantronics managed to make something in between Bose and Parrot, adding its own look to this narrow niche. One of the main features is that there are Play/Pause sensors, when the headphones are on your head and the music is playing, as soon as you take them off, the music stops playing. Rotating jog wheels on the cups will help you adjust the volume and rewind the track. The noise reduction system works great, the sound quality is not bad, but for me, Studio 2 has more interesting music. But these are personal impressions, BackBeat Pro may be ideal for you.

pros: long operating time (24 hours), good quality sound, effective noise reduction system, Bluetooth support 4.0, can be connected via cable, works with any device. I like the unique feature of muting the microphones, when you begin to clearly hear everything that is happening on the street - it was designed specifically to talk to people without removing the headphones.

Minuses: impressive size (but otherwise it was impossible to combine everything described above in one).

Price: about 10,000 rubles.

Beats Studio 2/Beats Studio 2 Wireless

Many people disparage Beats, but at the same time they didn’t even spend ten minutes listening to Studio 2 - and it’s worth doing. Unlike the Bose QC15, the sound quality here is really interesting. But the noise reduction system is not as effective. The operating time is about 20 hours, for charging you will need a microUSB cable (as for some other models this year) and two hours of time. There is a wireless model, it costs a little more, but it can be used with or without a cable. Yes, one more thing, these are the most famous headphones in the world at the moment.

pros: Great design, foldable design, comfortable to wear, long working time, good sound quality, wireless version can be used in two ways, with or without cable.

Minuses: There are too many fakes on the market, buy only from trusted places.

Price: about 13,000 rubles.

Sony Xperia Z3/Z2 + Sony MDR-NC31EM

In this article it was impossible to do without this set; you can use the MDR-NC31EM headphones with any Sony equipment with a 5 pin connector, the current one is Sony Xperia Z3, Z3 Compact, Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact. Don't forget to turn on the noise reduction system in the settings. Powered by the phone's battery, but this has little effect on the operating time; you will hardly notice that the headphones are eating up time. But what you will notice is the silence.

pros: compact, noise reduction system works well, good sound quality.

Minuses: The noise reduction system only works with Sony devices; not everyone likes to stuff ear tips into their ears.

Price: about 3,000 rubles.

Well, don’t forget about the easiest way to combat noise - earplugs are sold at any pharmacy. Just fifty rubles and you can sleep peacefully during the flight.