Whether you're looking for a big over-ear set of cans or sleek in-ear buds, these are the top headphones and earphones we've tested, along with everything you need to know about active noise cancellation, Bluetooth codecs, driver types, and more. For more on noise cancellation, head over to our roundups of the best noise-cancelling headphones and the best noise-cancelling true wireless earbuds, as well as our article on how we test noise. While both the second-gen Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones and the Apple AirPods Max are terrific options, the Sony WH-1000XM6 stand out as the best noise-cancelling headphones for most people. The top noise-cancelling headphones we've tested block out the world and let you simply enjoy your music, media, or the sweet sound of silence. Block out the world and simply enjoy your music, media, or the sweet sound of silence with the best noise-cancelling headphones we've tested. Apple, Bose, and Sony each excel at crafting top-tier wireless noise-cancelling headphones, but after testing all three flagship models, one pair clearly rises above the rest. The Best Headphones Deals in Australia - Live Now AirPods Pro 3 – A$326 (was $429, 24% off) Audio Technica ATH-CKS50TW2BK Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds – A$199 (was $299, save $100) The Best Headphones Deals in Australia - Live Now AirPods Pro 3 – A$326 (was $429, 24% off) Audio Technica ATH-CKS50TW2BK Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds – A$199 (was $299, save $100. The Nothing Ear (a) true wireless earphones offer a striking design, respectable noise cancellation, and bass-leaning audio for an affordable price. The Apple AirPods Pro and the Bose Quiet Comfort Eabuds are the two best noise-cancelling, wire-free earphones on the market, but which pair should you buy? We compare noise cancellation, sound.