“Sony’s best noise-canceling headphones, the Sony WH-1000XM5, are available for $330 at Amazon. The best Sennheiser noise-canceling headphones, Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless, can be found for $299 at Amazon. For $180 at Walmart, you can get the best Beats over-ear headphones, Beats Studio Pro. The next-gen Bowers & Wilkins noise-canceling headphones, Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2, are priced at $399 on Amazon. Sony’s top value midrange noise-canceling headphones, Sony CH-720N, are available for $150 at Amazon. The latest Bose noise-canceling headphones, Bose QuietComfort 45, can be purchased for $199 at Amazon. Apple’s even better noise-canceling wireless earbuds, Apple AirPods Pro 2, are also priced at $199 at Amazon. The best noise canceling headphones with top-notch sound, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, can be found for $150 at Amazon. Premium noise-canceling headphones for less, Soundcore by Anker Space Q45, are also available. CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. Apple’s AirPods Max is one of the best over-ear headphones on the market right now, offering premium design, impressive audio quality, and excellent noise-canceling technology. However, if the price tag is too high, there are plenty of alternatives available. Sony’s WH-1000XM5 has earned a CNET Editors’ Choice Award for its improved features. Sennheiser’s Momentum 4 Wireless offers superior performance in noise canceling, voice-calling, and battery life. Beats Studio Pro, Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2, Sony CH-720N, Bose QuietComfort 45, Apple AirPods Pro 2, and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are all excellent alternatives to the AirPods Max, each with its own unique features and price points.”
