Anker Soundcore Q20i Plus vs JBL Tune 520BT

Buy the Soundcore Q20i Plus if you want active noise cancelling and a transparency mode; the JBL Tune 520BT has neither. Buy the JBL if battery life and a light, foldable fit matter more than quieting a room. The Q20i Plus is the more feature-dense headphone, with hybrid ANC, multipoint and fast charging, while the JBL leans on JBL Pure Bass tuning and up to 57 hours per charge. Owners of both describe them as comfortable for long wear; the JBL is the lighter, simpler pick, the Anker the more versatile one.

• Choose the Soundcore Q20i Plus if you commute, fly or work in noisy rooms and want noise cancelling, a transparency mode and two-device multipoint.
• Choose the JBL Tune 520BT if you want the longest battery life, a light foldable fit and punchy bass without paying for noise cancelling.