If you’re looking for a good pair of ANC headphones on a budget, say around $100, I have two great recommendations for you. Both are loved by customers and have excellent ratings on Amazon, backed by thousands of reviews. In addition, the ongoing Prime Day sale lets you snag them at exceptional prices. I’d recommend going through the pros and cons, checking the reviews, and picking one up before prices climb back to normal.
Soundcore Space One Headphones
Pros
- Comfortable for long wear
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Great sound quality
- Up to 40 hours of ANC playtime
- Adjustable ANC and transparency
- Comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack
Cons
- Doesn’t cancel out low-frequency rumbles
- Transparency mode doesn’t sound as natural
- Plastic build doesn’t feel premium
My first Prime Day ANC headphone recommendation is the Space One from Soundcore by Anker. They carry an excellent 4.4-star rating from over 15,000 reviews on Amazon, making them a customer favorite. Right now, they’re available for $66, down from $99.99 list price.
What I like most about the Space One is its strong active noise cancellation, especially considering the price. You can either adjust the intensity manually via the app or let the adaptive ANC mode do the work for you. They also have a transparency mode for outdoor use.
For Android users, the headphones support LDAC Hi-Res audio over Bluetooth, so sound quality shouldn’t be a concern. Rounding out the package are comfortable ear cups and a padded headband, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and up to 40 hours of ANC playtime.
Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2
Pros
- Comfortable for long wear
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Great sound quality
- Up to 40 hours of ANC playtime
- Adjustable ANC and transparency
- Comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack
Cons
- Doesn’t cancel out low-frequency rumbles
- Transparency mode doesn’t sound as natural
- Plastic build doesn’t feel premium
If you’re a bass lover and don’t mind spending a little more, I personally recommend the Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2, which carries a 4.6-star rating from over 4,000 reviews. The Amazon Prime Day sale brings the price down to $119.99 (down from $239.99), and here are three reasons to consider them.
Unlike other headphones, these come with a physical scroll wheel on the earcup that lets you adjust the bass from subtle to room-shaking. Skullcandy calls this Crusher Adjustable Sensory Bass (powered by dedicated dual bass drivers). If you’re after the thumping low-end response that regular headphones simply don’t offer, these are the right fit for you.
Other noteworthy features include up to 50 hours of listening time with ANC (less with the enhanced bass mode enabled), adjustable ANC, the flexibility to use them with a 3.5mm headphone jack, and multipoint Bluetooth connectivity.
Stephan is the sports journalist for the Maple Grove Report.
