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Over-ear noise cancelling headphones for flights, commutes and focus at work, compared on noise cancelling, comfort, battery life and call quality.

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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones

Best for
Long flights
Key feature
Plush fit and strong ANC
Typical price
$380–$430

Pros

  • Very comfortable
  • Strong noise cancelling

Cons

  • Shorter battery life than Sony
  • Expensive
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Sony WH-1000XM5

Best for
Travel and commuting
Key feature
Class-leading noise cancelling
Typical price
$330–$400

Pros

  • Excellent noise cancelling
  • Light and comfortable for long wear

Cons

  • Does not fold inward
  • Premium price
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Sony WH-CH720N

Best for
Budget noise cancelling
Key feature
Light, affordable ANC
Typical price
$100–$150

Pros

  • Very light
  • Good ANC for the price

Cons

  • Plastic build
  • ANC is a step below flagships
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Apple AirPods Max

Best for
Apple users
Key feature
Premium build and spatial audio
Typical price
$450–$550

Pros

  • Premium aluminium build
  • Seamless with Apple devices

Cons

  • Heavy
  • Minimal case
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