Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.
In a crowded market of over-ear noise-canceling headphones, it can be tricky to find a pair with a distinctive style that stands out from the rest. Enter the retro-futuristic line of statement-making Nothing headphones. One of the brand’s popular pairs, the Nothing Headphone (1), is 33% off and down to $199 (originally $299), marking a record-low price.
Features and Performance
The Nothing Headphone (1) pairs spatial head tracking audio with adaptive ANC, providing up to 80 hours of playback with ANC off and 35 hours with ANC on. A five-minute charge delivers up to five hours of playback, though this figure will vary based on volume and feature use. The headphones support Bluetooth multipoint, high-resolution LDAC, AAC, and SBC, but can also be played through a 3.5mm or USB-C cable. Volume is controlled using a scroll wheel, while pressable controls let you skip tracks. PCMag notes in their review that despite how distinctive the controls are, they’re easy to use.
Sound is adjustable using the presets and advanced equalizer in the Nothing app, and the ANC is reliable at neutralizing background noise. A transparency mode lets you stay aware of your surroundings when needed. Despite the unusual rectangular shape of the outer earcups, they’re round on the inside with ample padding and carry an IP52 rating that can handle light splashes, though they shouldn’t be exposed to heavy moisture.
Is It Worth Buying?
While you can get stronger audio and ANC, you’ll be hard-pressed to find it at the $200 price point — premium options from Sony or Bose often require jumping into the $400 range. If you don’t mind fiddling with the EQ and your priorities are a cool-looking aesthetic and plush, sizable earcups, the Nothing Headphone (1) is a solid pick at its current record-low price.
