NC2

I was rocking Tozo NC2's for years and was surprised at how good the ANC and sound quality is. Goes to show that some great $50~70 buds can somewhat compete with the $150 heavyweights

I honestly like the tozo NC2 series, cheap and does a great job I don't hear a gas powered backpack blower when I am operating it at work while listening to music

I run a 6 head moulder all day in a cabinet shop and use TOZO NC2 earbuds- theyre like $30 on amazon and the noise cancellation works well enough that I never have any ringing at all after work. I was previously very against earbuds but found that overears got too sweaty and these are actually comfy enough to wear most of the day- i’ve had them 3 years now with little issue ETA: a 6 head moulder is LOUD- like, cripplingly loud. Also run other loud equipment like a 16” straight knifed jointer- you get the picture.

I’ve used my Tozo NC2 ANC earbuds while gaming next to my kids who were also gaming, while the toddler watched Paw Patrol. My wife had to try multiple times to get my attention because I was so cut off from the outside world. They were around $40 when I bought them years ago and Tozo now has their upgraded NC9 earbuds for even cheaper. I can’t do over-the-head or on-ear headphones due to migraines.

My favorite most recent 4. OnePlus Buds 4, Tozo NC20, Earfun Air pro 4 plus, CMF Buds Pro 2. If you go to YouTube and look for @pickyaudio Picky Audio he has a spreadsheet to sort the order of what are the most important factors to you. I trust his opinion. I still also enjoy the Technics, Bose and Sennheiser flagship models.

I would agree about the OnePlus Buds 4 being better than the CMF Buds Pro 2. Better sound and features. Better EQ, etc . The CMF has a nice volume button, good sound too

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2025) are the best Bose pick — smaller, still excellent ANC 80% (less than the ultra 90% reduction vs 83-87% Sony XM5) and highly adjustable fit. I really like the fit and noise cancelation but I think one problem is they turn off when you lay down. The QC Ultra might be a bit better fit for you, all ears are different. The regular newer 2025 QC will wireless charge.The one thing to note is that enabling ANC will reduce the battery life below the 9-hour figure, so real-world usage with ANC on will likely be in the 7–8 hour range. Also it has a different app the QCE. Tozo Nc20 are comfortable, not nearly as good ANC. Good battery life and sound. Also the same with ANC for the EarFun Air Pro 4 plus and oneplus 4. Comfortable 3 with decent sound, settings and features.