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Travel results

BEST

Sony WH-1000XM6 — Over-ear headphones

Best for travel

Strong noise cancelling and long battery life make this our strongest travel pick.

Travel rating: BEST

BETTER

Powerbeats Pro 2 — In-ear earbuds with ear hooks

Better for travel

Strong noise cancelling and secure ear hooks, but the battery does not meet our long-travel cutoff.

Travel rating: BETTER

GOOD

Soundcore Q20i — Over-ear headphones

Good for travel

Excellent battery life. We couldn’t find an independent test that matches our noise-cancelling standard.

Travel rating: GOOD

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