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The Best Over-Ear Headphones

Over-ear noise-canceling headphones can make a huge difference when you travel on a noisy public transport, work with colleagues who are chatty, or simply want to listen music without being distracted by external noise. We analyzed the top headphones that offer excellent sound quality and active noise cancellation.

Mpow Over-Ear Headphones

These Bluetooth headphones from Mpow have a nice, sturdy build and feature excellent audio quality that is impressive for their price. The headphones are designed to be worn over the ears, and come with earcups that comfortably fit over your ears. This will help block out noise from the outside. The earpads have a moderately thick cushion that effectively shields the ears to block out a significant amount of ambient sounds. However they don't have an active noise cancellation feature. They weigh just over 11 ounces and are comfortable to wear for long durations of time.

These headphones are an elegant design that's not too far removed from most other models of over-ear headphones on the market. The headband that connects the two earcups is hinged, and can be folded in to store or transport. The left earcup houses controls for power, volume and noise cancellation. A microphone is housed in the right ear cup for hands-free calling.

The sound quality from the Mpow headphones is very good, although they do not have the bass power of Bose or the clarity of the Sony WH-1000XM5. Their PRTF accuracy and activation scores are higher than average for Bluetooth headphone models which should give a wide and spacious soundstage when listening to music. However they're PRTF distance score is lower than average, which means that they will sound more closed in and less open than headphones with more open-back, larger earcups.

The treble extension is also decent, so you should get a crisp and clear sound that will work with a wide range of genres. The mids of the Sony headphones are a bit more distinct, which creates an even more lively sound. This is great for music with a variety of instruments. The bass is a little overpowering for some people, but this is a personal preference that can be redressed by changing the equalizer settings on your audio player.

The Mpow headphones have a fairly long battery life and can be used in wired mode when your charge runs out. The headphones come with a USB charger as well as a cable, so you can enjoy your favorite music without interruption. The manufacturer offers a 45-day return guarantee and 18-month warranty for the headphones and their customer service is known for its responsiveness.

Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2

The PX7 S2 are the most recent over-ear headphones to grace the Bowers & Wilkins catalog. They replace the PX7 model and are part of a wider range of wireless headphones that also includes the PI5 and PI7. The design of these headphones feels immediately elegant when they are unboxed. The use of metals and textured materials on the earcups gives them a high-end feel. The headphones are also more comfortable on the ears and head even though they are slightly heavier. The Ear pads snap off and on easily which means they can be replaced when they wear out.

Like a lot of the top headphones, these cans come with active noise cancellation, which minimizes the impact of external sounds while allowing you to hear the music. The technology isn't perfect however it does an excellent job of keeping train and plane sounds from your ear canals, without affecting the balance between music tracks.

noise cancelling wireless headphones  that makes the PX7 S2 apart from their rivals is their soundstage, which offers plenty of space and great separation between individual audio elements. This provides clarity to songs that can't be heard on other Bluetooth headphones.

The PX7 S2s may not be as portable as other models however they come with a superb carry case. It's also well-padded, and the headphones can fold flat for easy storage when not in use.

The ear cups are made of a leather-like, soft material that feels luxurious to touch. The ear cups are also light, making them comfortable to wear for long listening sessions. The headband is designed to be as comfortable as is possible and doesn't cinch too tightly, which can help keep headaches at bay over time.

The headphones come with a variety of features including Bluetooth multipoint, which allows them to be connected with two devices simultaneously. They support all of the most popular Bluetooth codecs, as well as high-resolution audio, when your streaming service allows it. They come with an audio amplifier which gives them an additional boost when used with low-powered electronic devices such as laptops.

Sony WH-1000XM5

The WH1000XM5 is the newest model in Sony’s premium noise-cancelling over-ear headphones. They're an excellent upgrade over their predecessors, the WH-1000XM2s and the WH-1000XM4. Sony has improved on its already impressive active noise cancellation. For instance, the fifth-generation headphones are now able to block out low-frequency sounds like subway car rumbles and plane engine rumbles. They can also detect your location and automatically adjust the Ambient Sound Control settings accordingly.

You can still use voice-activated assistants for controlling your music and receive directions. The microphones inside the ear cups are upgraded, which means they can be used for calls that are hands-free and Siri/Google Assistant commands. The headphones are Bluetooth 5.0 compatible which means they can be connected and pair faster.

The WH-1000XM5 has received top marks in our tests of comfort, user-friendliness and audio quality. The lightweight headset is comfortable to wear for long listening sessions and the earcup can be adjusted to accommodate various head sizes. The headphones fold flat making them easy to fit into a suitcase or backpack.

The Ear cups have a slight curvature and the headband is more refined. This helps to hide the assembly points. They're covered in a new synthetic leather that provides extra durability and luxury. The earcup cavities are also a bit larger and fit more comfortably against the ear, which can cause some pressure to the head after wearing them for prolonged durations of time.

A few of the features from the WH-1000XM4s are transferred to the XM5. You can still swipe and tap the right earcup to switch songs or pause your music and open Ambient Sound Mode. You can place your hands on the left earcup to temporarily turn off the music and amp up ambient sounds. This is useful if you need to hear what's happening around you.

The XM5s come with a few minor enhancements that make them a great choice for noise-canceling headsets. The new ANC provides better isolation of low-frequency sounds, and the headphones will pause music when you take them off your head to conserve energy. Transparent listening mode lets in more outside sound. A new battery-power-consumption algorithm gives the XM5s the same 30-hour battery life rating as their predecessor, and a quick press of the power button will alert you to your remaining charge.

Skullcandy ATH-ADX700

The ATH-ADX700 headphones are a excellent choice for those who want to purchase a pair of gaming headphones. They are comfortable and have high-quality audio. They are lightweight so you will not feel them on your head or ear. They have self-adjusting 3D wing that can relieve pressure and adjust to the shape of your head. The headphones include an audio cable that can be easily connected to your audio source.

Open-air headphones with a distinctive design, these headphones have large earcups which reveal the drivers. This unique design makes them stand out from the crowd but it's not their only factor that makes them stand out. They are distinctive because of their self-adjusting wings-support construction, the new 53mm driver that has Bobbin wound CCAW voice coils and a lightweight honeycomb aluminum casing.

The ATH ADX700 features a wide frequency response that gives natural, clear treble. The sound isn't as bassy as other headphones but that's because they're designed for an audience of general music lovers who doesn't want to be blasted by excessive low frequencies. These headphones are great for gamers because they allow you to hear your friends and other NPCs without being obstructed.

Although the ATH-ADX700 has an impedance of 32 ohms, they still require a decent amplifier for optimal performance. It's not a problem using them from a portable device however it will be much more manageable and enjoy the full range of sound when they are paired with a suitable headphone amplifier.

The ATH ADX700 comes with a 9.84-foot cable that features a gold-plated 1/8-inch connector and an elastic TPE sheath that helps resist tangling and damage. The ATH-ADX700 comes with a 1/4" adapter for mobile devices. The earpads feature a plush velvet material that initially itchy and soft, but will eventually break in. The earpads are made of a pliable, raised material that increases comfort and durability.