Anker Soundcore Liberty 4

Thoughtful design Great sound Impressive noise-canceling Very good call quality Superb battery life Bluetooth Multipoint

Mediocre transparency mode

“Anker's Soundcore Liberty 4 NC check every box, and then some.”

Potent bass depth with bright highs ; Commendable noise cancellation for the price ; LDAC support for Android users ; Capable companion app includes EQ

Default sound signature has noticeable sculpting ; Average water-resistance rating

The Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC true wireless earphones deliver on multiple fronts, with a rich sound signature, impressive noise cancellation, and a standout companion app for a reasonable price.

Satisfying sound and call quality ; Adaptive ANC ; Plenty of audio customization settings ; Impressive fitness features ; Acceptable battery life

Subpar spatial audio ; Some features need work ; Carries the appearance of a cheap AirPods alternative

At $149, the Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 gives you high-end features like adaptive ANC and spatial audio for less than the AirPods Pro 2.

EQ tools for customizing audio reproduction to your liking ; Long battery life, both in the headphone and in the charging case ; In-app tools to help ensure you don’t inadvertently damage your hearing

Active noise cancelling doesn’t live up to Anker’s hype ; Achieving a tight in-ear seal for best ANC comes at the expense of comfort ; Mediocre phone call quality

You’ll get good audio performance and reduced transit noise for the price, but look elsewhere for all-encompassing active noise cancelling and all-day comfort.

Outstanding sound ; Spatial audio support ; AAC, aptX, and LDAC codec support

Do you really want earbuds tracking your health?

These outstanding in-ear headphones deliver noise cancelling, customizable EQ; AAC, aptX, and LDAC codec support; and even a health-tracking feature.

Earbuds are comfortable to wear ; Allows for seamless multi-device switching and connectivity ; Excellent microphone quality for the price

Heavily reliant on the app for listening and health insights ; Custom HearID is not the most reliable ; Stress insights can seem directionless

Discreet form factor and neat design ; IPX4 rating ; LDAC codec, Bluetooth 5.3, dual pairing ; Efficient adaptive ANC ; Good battery life and wireless charging support ; Health and sports functions (BPM, workouts, etc.)

Slow charging with the case ; Not optimal for sports use

For $150 a pop, the Soundcore Liberty 4 offers plenty of value for the money. I'm not a fan of the default audio signature, but once you run them through the equalizer, the sound quality of the earbuds proved worthy of their price range. They're not...