Best noise-cancelling headphones

Every model here actively cancels ambient noise, not just passive isolation.

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   HP-005

   4.5 / 5

   Apple AirPods Pro 3

   Apple's flagship earbuds.

   £229

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   HP-003

   4.4 / 5

   Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless

   Long battery life, mid-range over-ears.

   £219

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   HP-004

   4.1 / 5

   Anker Soundcore Space Q45

   Budget ANC over-ears.

   £89

   £129

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   HP-001

   3.5 / 5

   Sony WH-1000XM6

   Sony's flagship noise-cancelling over-ears.

   £335

5. 5
   

   HP-002

   2.8 / 5

   Bose QuietComfort Ultra

   Bose's top-tier ANC headphones.

   £299