Sony WH-CH720N vs Soundcore Q20i vs JBL Tune 770NC: best noise cancelling headphones under $100
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You do not need to spend $300 to get good noise cancelling. These three over-ear headphones regularly sell for well under $100 on Amazon and handle commutes, flights and the office surprisingly well.
Quick picks
- Best noise cancelling under $100: Sony WH-CH720NCheck price on Amazon
- Lowest price: Soundcore by Anker Q20iCheck price on Amazon
- Battery life and JBL sound: JBL Tune 770NCCheck price on Amazon
Side-by-side comparison
| Product | Best for | Price tier | Noise cancelling | Battery (ANC on) | Multipoint | App with EQ | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony WH-CH720N | Best noise cancelling under $100 | Budget | Very good | Up to about 35 hours | Yes | Yes | See on Amazon |
| Soundcore by Anker Q20i | Lowest price | Budget | Good | Up to about 40 hours | Yes | Yes | See on Amazon |
| JBL Tune 770NC | Battery life and JBL sound | Budget | Good | Up to about 44 hours | Yes | Yes | See on Amazon |
#1 · Best noise cancelling under $100 · Budget
Sony WH-CH720N
Sony's lightest noise cancelling headphones use the same processor family as its premium models, so the noise cancelling is the best at this price. Multipoint lets you stay connected to a phone and a laptop.
What we like
- Best noise cancelling at this price
- Very light and comfortable
- Multipoint connection
Keep in mind
- Plastic build
- Does not fold flat into a small case
- Noise cancelling
- Very good
- Battery (ANC on)
- Up to about 35 hours
- Multipoint
- Yes
- App with EQ
- Yes
#2 · Lowest price · Budget
Soundcore by Anker Q20i
Often half the price of the Sony, with hybrid noise cancelling, big bass and a long battery. A great first pair of noise cancelling headphones or a spare for travel.
What we like
- Very low price
- Long battery life
- Bass-heavy sound fans will like
Keep in mind
- Noise cancelling is weaker than Sony
- Noise cancelling
- Good
- Battery (ANC on)
- Up to about 40 hours
- Multipoint
- Yes
- App with EQ
- Yes
#3 · Battery life and JBL sound · Budget
JBL Tune 770NC
Adaptive noise cancelling, JBL's punchy Pure Bass sound and a very long battery. They fold flat, which makes them easy to pack.
What we like
- Longest battery here
- Folds flat
- Punchy JBL sound
Keep in mind
- Tighter fit for big heads
- Noise cancelling
- Good
- Battery (ANC on)
- Up to about 44 hours
- Multipoint
- Yes
- App with EQ
- Yes
Over-ear or earbuds?
Over-ear headphones block more noise at a lower price and last much longer per charge. Earbuds are smaller and better for the gym. If you want earbuds, see our AirPods Pro 2 vs Sony vs Bose comparison.
Our verdict
Buy the Sony WH-CH720N for the best noise cancelling under $100, the Soundcore Q20i to spend the least, and the JBL Tune 770NC for the longest battery and a foldable design.
Frequently asked questions
Are cheap noise cancelling headphones worth it?
Yes. Models like the Sony WH-CH720N remove much of the hum of planes, buses and air conditioning. Premium models block more voices and have better build quality.
Can I use these headphones for calls?
Yes. All three have built-in microphones and multipoint, so you can switch between a laptop call and your phone.
Specs and features come from the manufacturers and can change between versions. Prices change often on Amazon, so check the current price and the exact model before you buy.
