Apple AirPods is one of the best earbuds in the market with Active Noise Cancellation. However, the AirPods Pro works best with Apple devices. Also, getting a pair of these would put a huge dent in your pockets. Considering the expensive pricing and the ecosystem constraints, you would often have to look for other options that are both compatible with Android (as well as Apple) devices and won’t cost as much as the Apple earbuds.
So here are some alternatives to Apple Airpods Pro with ANC.
Sony WF-1000XM3
Featuring active noise cancellation, these wireless earbuds offer an immersive experience. With DSEE HX, the user can experience an upscale in compressed music files and enjoy listening to high-resolution music. This unit’s touch-based form allows one to tap for controlling music and attending or disconnecting calls. The earbuds feature an optimized antenna design for wide BlueTooth coverage while the ergonomic shape offers a comfortable fit. The earbuds can be fully charged in 6 hours and provide 32 hours of playtime.
Huawei Freebuds Pro
The Huawei Freebuds Pro features three settings for noise control and 4 intensity settings for noise cancellation. With the Awareness feature, one can hear surrounding sounds like a car horn. The wireless settings for music and calls can be done with a pinch on the bud with two fingers. Housing a 580 mAh battery, the earbuds offer 4 hours of music playback with ANC enabled setting and 7 hours without it. The 11mm drivers deliver decent bass and crisp sound quality while the rubber tips offer a comfortable fit.
Anker SoundCore Liberty Air 2
Featuring BlueTooth 5.0, this pair offers quick and ultra-stable connections. These buds have diamond drivers that increase the sound frequency bandwidth by 15% and deliver 2 times the base volume. Both the earbuds are equipped with two microphones and cVc 8.0 noise reduction technology that reduces the surrounding sound by 60% when making calls so that 95% of your voice is retained for crisp delivery. HearID technology maps one’s hearing sensitivity at multiple frequencies to provide a personalized listening experience.
Zeaplus Buds
The Zeaplus buds come with the active noise cancellation feature at the most budgeted price. The transparency mode makes noise from surroundings audible to the user, while the stereo sound quality offers a delightful listening experience. Functions like play/pause and answering calls can be controlled with a tap while the BlueTooth 5.0 offers seamless connectivity. These buds provide up to 20 hours of listening and 15 hours of talk time, making them ideal for their pocket-friendly price tag.
If you want earbuds in funky colors even without true noise cancellation, you can also check out the OnePlus Buds
Oneplus Buds
Equipped with a noise cancellation algorithm and three microphones to improve clarity, these earbuds ensure the user fully immerse in the world of music. The Dolby Atmos and Dirac Audio Tuner support offers crisp, 3D stereo sound quality. Tap controls of this pair are customizable according to the user comfort. The case allows one to enjoy 30 hours of listening time while a mere 10-minute charge allows 10 hours of power. Additionally, the earbuds come with an IPX4 rating to keep them protected from accidental splashes.
