Overview

• The latest ANC roundup swaps in Sony’s WH‑1000XM6 for the XM5 following July testing updates.
• Bose’s updated QuietComfort Ultra earbuds (second generation) enter the September 2025 noise‑cancelling list.
• EarFun Air Pro 4 remains the favorite under‑$100 earbuds after February testing for stronger ANC, battery life, and value than Beats Studio Buds+.
• Dyson OnTrac is named the best battery‑life pick at roughly 55 hours, with Sennheiser Momentum 4 noted as an alternate for long runtimes.
• The Top 10 list published Sept. 17 focuses on wireless options, keeps Marshall Mode as the wired pick, and excludes premium models like Sonos Ace from recommendations due to price despite strong performance.