Best Noise-Canceling
Headphones for Work

Block the world. Focus on work.

Noise-canceling headphones are essential for WFH if you share space with family, roommates, or noisy neighbors. The best ones combine excellent ANC, clear call quality, all-day comfort, and multipoint Bluetooth for switching between devices.

#1

Sony WH-1000XM5

Over-Ear ANC·30hr Battery, Multipoint·From $350

Best overall. Industry-leading ANC, 30-hour battery, speak-to-chat, multipoint Bluetooth, and the most refined sound quality available.

  • Best-in-class noise canceling
  • 30-hour battery life
  • Speak-to-chat auto-pause
  • Multipoint connects 2 devices
9.4 / 10
#2

Bose QuietComfort Ultra

Over-Ear ANC·24hr Battery, Immersive Audio·From $429

Best comfort. Bose's most comfortable headphone with excellent ANC, spatial audio, and plush ear cushions for all-day wear.

  • Exceptional comfort for long sessions
  • Immersive spatial audio
  • CustomTune personalized ANC
  • Strong call quality
9.2 / 10
#3

Apple AirPods Max

Over-Ear ANC·20hr Battery, Spatial Audio·From $549

Best for Apple users. Seamless Apple ecosystem integration, premium build, and spatial audio with head tracking.

  • Seamless Apple ecosystem integration
  • Premium aluminum build
  • Spatial audio with head tracking
  • Computational audio processing
8.8 / 10
#4

Jabra Evolve2 85

Over-Ear ANC·Business Certified·From $380

Best for calls. UC-certified with a retractable boom mic for the clearest call quality. Built for professionals.

  • Retractable boom mic — clearest calls
  • UC/MS Teams certified
  • ANC with 10 levels
  • Busylight indicator
8.7 / 10

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