Sony WH-1000XM6

Why it's our Endgame pick

• What Hi-Fi gave it five stars and its top spot, with more detailed sound than Bose's QC Ultra (2nd Gen), which blocks noise only marginally better.
• TechRadar (4.5/5) found the noise cancelling class-leading, and What Hi-Fi rates its call quality class-leading too.
• Folds again on stainless-steel hinges, weighs 254 g and lasts 30 hours with ANC on; ₹35,989 is ₹14,001 below MRP.

Watch out: Owners report the plastic ring at the end of the headband cracking, and Sony has not covered it under warranty.