Noise-cancelling headphones · Ranked #9 of 23 · Best for stylish detailed sound

Nothing Headphone (1) Pro

86
Highly rated
Average of 6 professional reviews
6 of 6 recommend it · critics agree
Where the 6 reviews landedRange 80–90

Exact average 86.0 · all scores printed by the outlets

Nothing Headphone (1) ProImage: Nothing

6 professional reviewers tested the Nothing Headphone (1) Pro, and 6 recommend it. Most praised: sound quality and noise cancelling. Most common complaint: case and folding.

Reviewed by WIRED, Pocket Tactics, Trusted Reviews and 3 more

The catch: The case is bulky, and noise cancelling is not the best.

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What 6 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 90
    WIREDHands-on review

    After about a month, the reviewer finds outstanding sound, comfort and customisable EQ that rival Sony and Bose.

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  2. 90
    Pocket TacticsHands-on review · 2026

    A superb evolution of the original with rich customizable sound, strong noise cancelling, long battery life and premium build, tempered by its high price and a wired-use quirk.

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  3. 90
    Trusted ReviewsHands-on review · 2026

    Stylish, premium headphones with detailed, airy sound and near-top ANC, praised enough that the reviewer uses them for editing.

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  4. 86
    CNETHands-on review · 2026

    A real premium contender with rich sound, good ANC and comfort, though the impractical case, weight and price dampen enthusiasm.

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  5. 80
    Tom's GuideHands-on review · 2026

    Their best headphones yet: distinctive looks, comfort, warm wide sound and big battery.

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  6. 80
    TechRadarHands-on review · 2026

    Sonically talented, neutral-leaning headphones with strong features and ANC, held back by a heavy case, middling stamina and a cheaper sibling that does much the same.

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What critics praise most

Sound quality6 of 6
Noise cancelling3 of 6
Comfort3 of 6

What critics dislike most

Case and folding4 of 6
Size and weight3 of 6
Weight and fit2 of 6

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Common questions

Is the Nothing Headphone (1) Pro worth it?

Most critics think so: 6 of 6 recommend it. The case is bulky, and noise cancelling is not the best.

Do critics agree about the Nothing Headphone (1) Pro?

Critics agree: scores range from 80 (Tom's Guide) to 90 (WIRED), a spread of 10 points across 6 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.

What do critics dislike about the Nothing Headphone (1) Pro?

Case and folding (4 of 6 reviews), Size and weight (3 of 6 reviews), Weight and fit (2 of 6 reviews).

What is the best alternative to the Nothing Headphone (1) Pro?

The Dali IO-8 (critic score 93), top pick, narrowly.