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The best noise-cancelling headphones 2026
ANC cancels ambient noise – on the train, the plane, the open-plan office. The most popular headphones and headsets with active noise cancelling.
Ordered by popularity, tests, ratings and availability · prices as of 2026-05-27
Bowers & Wilkins
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 Anthracite Black
Sennheiser
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 Black Graphite
FAQ
- Which product tops "ANC headphones"?
- Apple AirPods Pro 3. Generation currently ranks first. The order blends price-comparison popularity, test scores, user ratings and retailer count and is recalculated on every data run.
- How much do the products on this list cost?
- Prices range from €53.77 to €681.41 (best prices at price comparison, as of 2026-05-27).
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