Tech reviews
← All reviews5 productswe've bought, tested and scored by hand.
Sony
Sony WF-1000XM5
★★★★★★★★★★4.7
Best overall earbuds — class-leading noise cancellation and a natural, detailed sound.
Anker
Soundcore Liberty 4 NC
★★★★★★★★★★4.1
Best budget earbuds — 80% of the flagship experience at a third of the price.
Apple
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd gen)
★★★★★★★★★★4.6
The no-brainer for iPhone owners — seamless pairing and excellent ANC for the price.
Bose
Bose QuietComfort Ultra
★★★★★★★★★★4.6
Best noise cancellation, full stop — the most serene commute of any earbud we tested.
JBL
JBL Tour Pro 2
★★★★★★★★★★4.2
The novelty pick that works — a smart-screen case plus genuinely good sound and ANC.