Active noise cancellation effectiveness

Near-universal consensus that ANC is class-leading and among the best available for travel/commuting, often described as silencing engines and subway rumble; a few note faint hiss/noise floor when idle and occasional clipping on sudden loud impacts.

ANC is repeatedly characterized as best-in-class or near the top of the category, excelling on flights and in busy cities with dramatic reductions in engine hum and chatter; a few reviewers flag occasional processing oddities during extremely loud peak noises and note it may not isolate human voices as effectively as the newest AI-focused competitors in certain scenarios.

Active noise canceling is widely described as top-tier or class-leading, strongly reducing airplane engines, trains, traffic, and office chatter, with some reviewers noting better handling of higher-frequency sounds than earlier models. Performance depends heavily on seal and fit (glasses gaps and poor positioning can reduce results), and a few sources note certain competitors may outperform it in specific low-frequency attenuation, but overall it remains among the best.

Across reviews, active noise cancellation is repeatedly described as excellent/top-tier for commuting and travel, strongly reducing low-frequency engine and street rumble; one lab-style measurement reports roughly 10–30 dB attenuation below 1 kHz. Multiple sources still note it isn’t always class-leading versus the very best flagships (including Bose’s own Ultra model), and some higher-pitched sounds can remain faintly audible.

Class-leading ANC that excels at low-frequency rumble (subways, traffic, HVAC) and better tones down voices than prior generations; very high-frequency spikes and the constant roar of nearby jet engines can still leak slightly, where AirPods Max may edge it for some flyers.

ANC is repeatedly ranked among the best in true wireless earbuds and noticeably improved versus AirPods Pro 2, but performance depends heavily on fit and tip choice and may not fully beat the absolute top ANC leaders for everyone.

ANC performance stays broadly WH 1000XM6 class, cutting rumble and office chatter across low and high frequencies so effectively that nearby conversation becomes a faint murmur and HVAC noise all but disappears.

Active noise cancellation is consistently rated among the best in true wireless earbuds, delivering a strong hush over gym, commute, and office noise. Performance depends on getting a good seal and the adaptive profile can vary, but overall it competes closely with top rivals (with Bose sometimes edging it in the toughest scenarios).

Top-tier ANC that shines when the foam tips seal well, often rivaling the best for commuting and flights; a few testers still found rivals like Bose cancel a bit more or called it merely good in certain environments.

Consistently strong ANC that handles commuting and travel noise well (train rumble, plane engines, office chatter); several reviewers say it comes close to Bose-class performance, though a few still rate it as solid rather than best-in-class.

ANC is widely rated excellent and natural, performing especially well against steady low-frequency noise like HVAC and many aircraft or train engines; however, several reviewers still rank Sony or Bose ahead for the most aggressive cancellation in mixed commuter scenarios, and fit-related seal differences can make airplane performance feel less consistent for some users.

Active noise cancellation is a major differentiator for a gaming headset, with multiple reviews calling it very strong for cutting low-frequency hums like AC and traffic, sometimes to near-silence. Other testers find it only moderately effective because cloth pads and fit instability can compromise the seal, leaving some voices and office sounds audible; overall it is powerful for the category but not always consistent or flagship-ANC-headphone level.

ANC is consistently described as strong and competitive, reducing a lot of low-end rumble on planes/buses/streets. Multiple reviewers still say it falls short of absolute best-in-class Bose/AirPods levels, and fit/seal can noticeably affect results.

ANC is generally solid but not class-leading, working best on low-frequency rumble while letting more voices and some higher-pitched noise through; lab-style testing shows roughly a 20 dB cut in low and mid noise for about 83% average reduction, aided by strong passive sealing; overall it makes travel and commuting more comfortable but still trails top Bose and Sony flagships.

ANC is generally strong and competitive for the premium tier, especially for steady low-frequency noise with a good seal and wind options. Multiple reviewers still place Sony and Bose ahead overall, and sharp or sudden high-frequency sounds can leak through.

Most reviews find the ANC very strong for the money, especially against low-frequency rumble (traffic, trains, HVAC). It’s weaker on higher-pitched sounds (voices, clatter, sirens) and isn’t a true mute button versus premium Bose/AirPods models.

Reviews agree the P100 SE’s ANC is strong for the price and can noticeably cut ambient noise, with some describing it as a meaningful improvement over the original P100. However, multiple reviewers still place it a step behind the very best noise-cancellers from Bose/Sony, especially in overall quietness.

ANC is strong for the $299 class and is boosted by a very good seal, reducing office/commute rumble well; it’s generally a step behind Sony/Bose/Apple and can struggle more with voices or wind in tougher conditions.

ANC performance is generally good but mixed across reviewers: some found it underwhelming for the price and behind class leaders, while others called it heavy-duty. It tends to handle mid/high-frequency noise well, but low-frequency rumble (like engines) is less consistently suppressed, and results depend heavily on getting a tight seal.

ANC is above average and effective against travel/commute noise, especially low-frequency drone, but it still trails Bose/Sony for total isolation; fit and wind can cause unevenness, and a few reviews mention faint hiss or popping/crackle when moving or at very low volumes.

ANC is strong for the price and works best on low-frequency rumble from buses, trains and planes, plus office hum, but it can leave some chatter through, add a faint hiss/white noise, and may feel inconsistent in very loud or impact-heavy situations.

ANC is generally effective for commuting and office use, but it is not consistently class-leading versus top Bose/Sony/Apple options and can feel inconsistent. Still, many users report it forms a solid noise-reducing bubble when fit is good.

Active noise canceling is often described as strong for commuting and travel, especially against low-frequency rumble, and can approach Sony/Bose performance in a good seal, but multiple reviews and lab tests call it only mid-tier for the price with audible hiss and weaker reduction of higher-frequency chatter; fit and glasses can significantly impact results.

ANC is widely described as effective for steady, low-frequency noise like airplane or engine rumble and good enough for many flights, but multiple comparisons and lab-style tests rate it clearly behind Sony and Bose flagships. It tends to let more voices and sudden/transient sounds through, and at least one test suite judged it closer to budget-level performance for the price, while some outlets still describe it as very strong—making satisfaction dependent on expectations and fit.

ANC is generally described as effective for reducing low-frequency rumble and everyday ambient noise, but it is not considered best-in-class versus top travel models from Sony, Bose or Apple. Several reviews frame it as a music-first implementation that avoids altering the headphone’s sound, though one review notes it can be more susceptible to wind noise than some competitors.

ANC reduces low-frequency travel noise such as traffic rumble and engine hum well, but mid and high-frequency sounds like voices can remain more audible than on class-leading rivals. Some reviewers also hear ANC changing tonality (often extra bass and thinner mids), while others report minimal sonic shift depending on fit, content and settings.

ANC is competitive for sub-$100 and strong on low-frequency noise for many, but several reviews still describe it as average or weaker than top alternatives, especially for voices/high frequencies.

There is no active noise cancellation, and several reviewers call the omission notable for a $200 headset; most noise control comes from the earcup seal, which may be enough in quieter environments but will not match ANC sets.