#1 Overall over-ear Updated 1 May 2026
Sony WH-1000XM6
The benchmark for noise cancellation
THE undig SCORE — 5 SOURCES, UNTANGLED
93
Out of 100
Key characteristics
Form
Over-ear, closedNoise cancel
Adaptive ANCBattery
30 hrsDriver
30 mm dynamicWeight
~250 gWireless
BT 5.3 · LDACMultipoint
2 devicesCharging
USB-C · fastHighlights
- ✓ Best-in-class ANC in any environment
- ✓ 30hr battery + 3hr from 3min charge
- ✓ Multipoint — two devices simultaneously
- ✓ LDAC hi-res audio support
Our take
The best all-round ANC headphone for most people — class-leading noise cancellation, 30-hour battery, and the most comfortable fit in this price range.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- + Unmatched noise cancellation, especially on planes
- + Comfortable for all-day wear
- + Outstanding battery life
- + Rich, balanced sound with LDAC
Cons
- − Premium price
- − Bulkier than competitors when folded
- − Touch controls need getting used to
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