Best Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones Under $200 For 2021

Best Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones under $200 for 2021

Wireless headphones are all the rage, giving users the ability to untether themselves from the confines of one meter of unwanted cables. Headsets with the ability to supply wireless capability along with active noise canceling are highly coveted but are made with a heavy price tag. Like that of wireless Bluetooth technology, good quality ANC comes with a price – usually upwards of $350. However, some premium companies have been able to meet you in the middle, offering both Bluetooth and ANC headphones without breaking the bank. Here’s our list of “Best Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones Under $200.”

Sennheiser HD 450BT

Sennheiser HD450BT nicely folded up and ready for transport

Sennheiser seems to have a headphone in every category and price range, so it isn’t surprising that they’d show up on this list. Even when their noise-canceling capabilities seem only as a generous function rather than an impressive feat of technology, they’ve always been about sound quality over everything. In that case, the 450BT delivers as a solid affordable headphone for $199, with better sound quality than what it’s worth. YOu can expect an impressive soundstage, warmth, and a much more natural tonality than what you might be used to with wireless headphones. Its small earcups might bother some listeners, but for most, you can expect a sustainable level of comfort for numerous hours of use. You can order a pair at Audio46.

Strauss & Wagner BT501

The Strauss and Wagner BT501 just might be one of the best for its price, featuring a large battery life and an energetic sound. Its timbre is clean and consistent throughout each range of frequency, bringing texture and detail to excite the signature of the headphone more than other models in this price range. Although the soundstage is a bit restricted, the important elements still get through and are displayed clearly. You can find the BT501 at Audio46 and Strauss & Wagner.

Audio-Technica ANC500BT

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Much like Sennheiser, Audio Technica is a brand that you can always rely on for a decent pair of headphones without breaking the bank. Their most affordable option with noise-canceling is the ANC500BT for $99. Also, like the Sennheiser selection for this list, sound quality is the headphone’s main concern, with its noise-canceling capabilities being more of a nice inclusion. It’s perfectly functional and will give you the effect you need in more mild ambient environments, but don’t expect more than that. In terms of its sound signature, this is what’s going to make the ANC500BT a good bang for your buck. The bass has a thick and engaging response with full mids and an easily digestible high-end. You can find it at Audio46 or at Amazon.

JBL Tune 660NC

JBL is definitely one of the most well-known brands on this list with the 660NC being one of the most inexpensive noise-canceling headphones around. Prices have been floating around with it currently being available for 59.95. If you’re familiar with JBL then you’ll know what to expect out of the 660NC. Unlike some of the other selections for this list, JBL balanced its sound quality with its noise-canceling capabilities, giving you the best of both worlds.

The only aspect of the headphones that some might not be on board with is their on-ear design. On the other hand, this is some of the best noise-canceling for on-ear headphones, being able to eliminate incoming noise from harsher environments. As far as the sound goes, the 660NC provides extended bass frequencies without being over-emphasized, and a crisp midrange that’s full and engrossing. You can buy a pair at Audio46.

JBL 650BTNC


For those who are fans of JBL but have a bit more to spend than what the 660NC currently goes for, the 650BTNC is your best bet.  Not only is this a more comfortable, over-ear design, but these headphones can also be paired with JBL’s companion app for features like EQ. You can an equal level of noise-canceling to the 660NC, but the depth of the soundstage on the 650 is much greater. You get a much cleaner display of sound elements with a more easy, neutral bass response. This is one of their most balanced headphones available, and for the price it’s hard to beat. You can get a pair at Audio46.

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