Active noise cancelling (ANC) blocks out engine hum, train noise and office chatter, and it is now available well under £70. Budget ANC will not match a £300 pair, but the reviews on these models are strong.
We chose the best-reviewed ANC headphones and earbuds under £70 on Amazon UK, plus one pair without ANC for buyers who would rather save the money. We haven't tested them ourselves. This comparison is based on the Amazon listings and customer ratings, so check the latest price and details before you buy.
Over-ear or earbuds? Over-ear headphones usually block more noise and last longer between charges. Earbuds fit in a pocket and suit the gym and commuting. Both types are below.
1. Best budget over-ear: Soundcore Q20i
Hybrid noise cancelling at under £30 is unusual, and this pair has a 4.6 rating from more than 75,000 buyers. The folding design is easy to carry.
Check Price on Amazon2. Best over-ear if you can spend more: Sony WH-CH720N
Sony's noise-cancelling headphones cost roughly double the Soundcore Q20i. They have a 4.5 rating and come from one of the best-known audio brands. Worth it if you want a lighter, more familiar name.
Check Price on Amazon3. Best budget earbuds: Soundcore P30i
Adaptive noise-cancelling earbuds for around £25, with a 4.4 rating from more than 20,000 buyers. The P40i is the slightly pricier step up.
Check Price on AmazonAlso consider: Soundcore Anker P40i — £34 (4.4★, 17,701 reviews)
4. No ANC needed? Sony WH-CH520
These Sony headphones do not have noise cancelling, but they cost about the same as the Q20i and have a 4.6 rating from over 46,000 buyers. The JBL Tune 520BT is a cheaper alternative.
Check Price on AmazonAlso consider: JBL Tune 520 BT Wireless On-Ear Headphones — £23 (4.6★, 7,295 reviews)