The best noise cancelling headphones under 200 euros

Great noise cancelling has long been the preserve of the priciest headphones. Not anymore. The JBL Live range brings powerful True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0 technology, and impressive sound quality, all for below 200 euros. Whether you choose the over-ear Live 780NC or the on-ear Live 680NC, quiet has never been more accessible.

Flagship noise cancelling performance

With tech from JBL’s flagship headphones, the JBL Live range features powerful

True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0. It continuously monitors your surroundings and adjusts the level of noise cancellation for real-time calibration. You can also manually adjust the level of noise cancellation in the JBL Headphone app to give custom control over how much or how little of the outside world you let in. Whether you’re trying to relax on a commute, focus on studies, work in a noisy environment or enjoy your music at home without background distractions, JBL has you covered.

JBL Live 780NC: over-ear noise cancelling for less

If you’re looking for the full over-ear headphone experience without stretching beyond a €200 budget, JBL Live 780NC is the place to start. They combine JBL Signature Sound with

True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0 in a lightweight, foldable design made for everyday listening. At €179.99, they sit comfortably below the €200 price point.

JBL Live 780NC also brings:

  • JBL Signature Sound with Hi-Res Audio for detailed, powerful listening
  • True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0 to help reduce unwanted background noise
  • Clear calls with JBL’s call technology
  • Multipoint connection so you can move between devices more easily
  • A foldable, lightweight design for travelling and everyday use
  • Customisation through the JBL Headphones app, including sound personalization with Personi-Fi 3.0

JBL Live 680NC: compact, comfortable and ready to travel

Looking for a smaller headphone design? The JBL Live 680NC takes the same approach and puts it into an on-ear, fully-foldable design. So, whether you are taking them to the office, onto public transport or away on holiday, get True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0 for €149.99. You also get JBL Signature Sound with Hi-Res Audio, AI assisted Perfect Calls 2.0, multipoint connectivity and control through the JBL Headphone app.

After powerful noise cancellation under 200 euros, look no further than the JBL Live range. Go over-ear with the Live 780NC for ultimate comfort and all-day listening or choose the on-ear

Live 680NC for a more compact headphone design.


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