Noise-cancelling earbuds

Wireless earbuds that quieten the bus, the office and the gym without the bulk of over-ear headphones. Apple and Sony's flagships cost the most, but cheaper buds now cover the basics well and some last longer on a charge.

Best noise-cancelling earbuds by budget

Best noise-cancelling earbuds under £100

The EarFun Air Pro 4 is the best all-rounder under £100: plenty of battery, a wireless charging case and every common codec. For the strongest noise cancelling, get the Nothing Ear (a). Take lots of calls? The Sony WF-C710N has the best microphones and the longest battery here.

Top pick: EarFun Air Pro 44 Nov 2026

Cheaper alternatives

Apple AirPods Pro 3 alternatives

If you own an iPhone, get the AirPods 5 unless strong noise cancelling or long battery matters most. Both models now cancel noise, and when we last checked prices the base model was little more than half the price. On Android, or for longer battery, the Sony WF-C710N costs even less.

Top pick: Apple AirPods 54 Nov 2026

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds alternatives

The Sony WF-C710N is the one to get if great, not best, noise cancelling will do. It lasts longer per charge and cost under a third as much at our last check. The EarFun Air Pro 4 is cheaper still, with wireless charging and LDAC.

Top pick: Sony WF-C710N4 Nov 2026