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Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC
The cheapest good ANC earbuds — under $60 with adaptive noise cancellation and 10-hour battery.
Our Review
At $57, the Soundcore Liberty 4 NC are the most affordable noise-canceling earbuds worth recommending. Adaptive ANC adjusts to your environment in real-time, and the 98.5% noise reduction claim holds up well against commuter noise and office chatter. Sound quality is warm and bass-forward — great for pop and hip-hop, less ideal for classical. 10 hours of battery per charge is excellent, and the case adds another 40 hours. The Soundcore app offers a full EQ, ANC customization, and even a HearID test that personalizes sound to your hearing profile. NBC Select's 'Best Budget' pick.
✅ What We Like
- Cheapest ANC earbuds worth buying
- 10-hour battery is outstanding for the price
- HearID personalization is a nice touch
- Adaptive ANC works surprisingly well
⚠️ Worth Noting
- Bass-heavy sound signature won't suit everyone
- Build quality is plastic and budget-feeling
- Call quality is below average
- No LDAC or high-res codec
Key Features
- Adaptive ANC at under $60
- 98.5% noise reduction
- 10hr battery per charge (50hr total)
- HearID personalized sound profile
- Soundcore app with full EQ
Specifications
| anc | True |
|---|---|
| battery_hours_buds | 10 |
| battery_hours_total | 50 |
| bluetooth | 5.3 |
| codec | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| driver_mm | 11 |
| warranty_years | 1 |
| water_resistance | IPX4 |
| weight_g_per_bud | 5.0 |
| wireless_charging | False |
Best For
- Budget
- Noise Canceling