Best Noise Cancelling Headphones Under $100 For 2024

How cheap?

Budget active noise cancelling headphones range in price from $50 to $100. The question you need to ask yourself is whether you are looking for the cheapest ANC headphones or are you willing to spend closer to $100 and there is usually a significant difference between a set of ANC headphones that cost $40 to $50 and those that cost $80 to $100, especially when it comes to build quality.

Design

Budget headphones tend to be a bit bulkier than more expensive models, and can also look and feel a bit, well, cheap. All of our picks on this list offer a reasonably good design (at the very least), but some are more appealing than others. Finding a design that appeals to you is, of course, important.

Fit, or comfort

It’s important that the headphones you buy fit your head properly. They should provide a comfortable fit that’s snug, but not too tight. Ideally, you want headphones that you can wear all day long with minimal breaks. Budget headphones can provide a comfortable fit, but more premium headphones tend to have better memory foam and a more ergonomic design.

Sustainability

You want headphones that will last, so choose a model that we think has a solid build quality.

Maximize performance and features for your budget

You want the best sounding headphones with the best noise cancellation, call quality, and features for your budget.

Return Policy

It is crucial to buy your headphones from a store that has a good return policy, in case you regret your purchase. Some people who have trouble choosing between two models sometimes buy both, try them out for a few days, and then return one.