(checked 2026-10-14)
What Hi-Fi?'s best cheap noise-cancelling headphones for a third straight year, and SoundGuys measured over 40 hours per charge. But SoundGuys rates the ANC below average and the bass heavy, and the plastic build doesn't fold or come with a case.
Common Sony WH-CH720N problems
- Plasticky build, no case and no fold
SoundGuys calls the build plasticky and unrefined, with raised seams, and scores durability 6.0. What Hi-Fi? lists 'no case or foldability' as a con. Amazon's summary says durability gets mixed feedback.
- Heavy bass and bright treble
SoundGuys says the exaggerated lows can overwhelm the mids and the boosted treble can fatigue over long sessions. What Hi-Fi? finds the bass a little over-enthusiastic.
- ANC and connection are mixed
SoundGuys scores ANC 7.3/10, below average. Amazon's summary says some owners find the ANC poor and report connection issues, while others like both.
What owners like
- Huge battery life
SoundGuys measured 40 hours 11 minutes with ANC on (battery 9.8/10). Amazon shoppers praise the battery too.
- Light and comfortable
SoundGuys lists good clamp force and light weight as pros, and Amazon shoppers call the design lightweight and comfortable.
- Clear sound for the price
What Hi-Fi? praises the clear, direct sound and calls these the best over-ear ANC headphones it has tested at this price.
- You want ANC close to the flagships
- You need a folding design or a case for travel
- You dislike a strong bass boost
- Very long battery on a budget
- Light, everyday commuting headphones
- Android users who want LDAC and multipoint
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What experts say
- What Hi-Fi?: Best cheap pick (updated 2026-07-24) and its third consecutive award. The cons are slightly over-enthusiastic bass and no case or folding.
- SoundGuys: 7.1 and a notable mention in its noise-cancelling roundup. The cons are a plasticky build, a wonky frequency response and pads that warm up.