ALTERNATIVELY

BOSE QC EARBUDS

£220 / bose.co.uk

Bringing Bose’s Quietcomfort tech into a set of earbuds was a masterstroke. These in-ears may be a little bulky but they fit like a dream thanks to their clever anchoring eartips. The ANC tech lets you choose exactly how much of the world you want to filter out, while IPX4 water-resistance means no dramas if you get caught in the rain. Stuff says ★★★★★

AUDIO-TECHNICA ATH-CKS50TW

£150 / audio-technica.com

These noise-busting buds from musicians’ favourite AT boast a phenomenal 50hrs of playback time courtesy of the charging case. In reality, you’ll get 15hrs of continuous music with the ANC on before they need a power-up from the box. They’re secure and comfy with impressive audio chops to match, making them perfect for commuting. Stuff says ★★★★★

KLIPSCH T5 II ANC

£299 / klipsch.com

They may be pricey, but these in-ears are pure class. The maker’s first wireless buds with ANC, these beauties come with eartips in six sizes for the perfect fit. Housed in a classy case, the earbuds offer great sound combined with quality construction. Dirac HD tech brings rich audio while gesture controls let you accept or reject calls with a nod or head-shake. Stuff says ★★★★★

PHILIPS FIDELIO T1

£250 / philips.co.uk

Although the case is mega-chunky and they don’t look that great, these in-ears lay down aces where it matters most: sound quality is excellent, and they offer some of the best ANC we’ve heard. Battery life is also among the top dogs, with around 9hrs of tunes from the buds if you have the noise-cancelling switched on. The case packs another 25hrs. Stuff says ★★★★★✩