Noise-Cancelling Headphones-The Best Under $50

This is a simple summary of the top review site's picks for the best noise-cancelling headphones, or earphones, which you can probably pick up for under $50. The following is based on reviews by CNet Reviews and PC Mag.

JVC HA-NCX77 [Earbuds]
MSRP: $79.95
New on eBay: $22
Amazon Price: $34.64

These noise-cancelling earbuds were given a high 8 out of 10 on CNet Reviews. PC Mag recommends that if you are on a tight budget and don't necessarily need top of the line noise-cancelling, that you will probably be happy with something from JVC or Sony.

Pros:

• Good sound quality
• Very lightweight - 1.9oz

Cons:

• Noise-cancelling unit is bulky and does not disconnect from the headphones

Logitech
MSRP: $150
New on eBay: $48
Amazon Price: $64.00

CNet gave these headphones a 7.3 out of 10 for the Logitech headphones.

Pros:

• Adjustable earcups for personal comfort
• Good sound quality

Cons:

• May be uncomfortable after an hour or so
• Noise-cancelling feature affects music quality

JVC HA-NC100
MSRP: $79.95
New on eBay: $34.99
Amazon Price:$40.99

CNet Reviews gave these headphones a 7.7 out of 10 rating.

Pros:

• Affordable
• Comfortable
• Good sound quality

Cons:

• Noise-cancelling only seems to work on lower frequency sounds
• Bass is a bit weak

JVC HA-NC80
MSRP: $59.99
New on eBay: $24.50
Amazon Price: $35.44

While these headphones are not meant to be for audiophiles, they received some pretty good reviews from CNet and PC Mag when you consider their low price. PC Mag gave them a good rating of 3 out of 5 and CNet also gave them good rating of 6.3 out of 10.

Pros:

• Affordable
• They have a dual prong adapter for use in-flight
• Two modes of noise-cancellation
• Good sound quality

Cons:

• Ear cups are small and may become uncomfortable after a while
  
• Low hum when noise-cancellation is activated
• Noise-cancellation only works on low frequency noises

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