Japan

Sony

The reference point for noise cancelling and codec support. App-side tuning is deeper than anyone else's in the category.

The EQ and ambient controls in the companion app go further than the competition, and LDAC support pays off for Android listeners. On an iPhone most of that advantage evaporates. The buying case changes with it.

Products scored 3

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Sony WH-1000XM5
The all-round reference: strongest cancellation on the list with app control nobody else matches.
8.2
Tech
Sony WF-1000XM5
The reference pick on Android when you want noise cancelling and sound quality in one shot.
8.1
Tech
Sony WH-CH720N
The lightest way into competent cancellation, with the plastics and the codec list to match.
7.2