Sony MDR-1000X

Stealing the ‘best noise cancelling headphones’ crown from Bose’s QuietComfort 35 cans, Sony’s MDR-1000X are the absolute gold standard when it comes to long-lasting battery life, terrific sound quality and the ability to drown out your surrounding environment. Featuring a number of easy-to-use swipe controls, Sony’s headphones also allow you to allow ambient noice into the mix. Holding your hand over the right ear cup will also block your music instantly and amplify outside noises — handy for when someone tries to talk to you while you’re blasting your tunes.