Anker’s Soundcore Liberty 4 earphones block distracting sounds and produce pleasing audio via dual dynamic drivers in each earpiece for a reasonable $149.99. They don’t outperform much pricier noise-cancelling true wireless earbuds from Apple and Bose, but they do offer hi-res-capable LDAC codec support, as well as a useful companion app with an adjustable EQ. Jabra's waterproof Elite 7 Active ($179.99) earphones are better suited for the gym, but it's still easy to recommend the Soundcore Liberty 4 to anyone looking for sensibly priced noise cancellation in a wire-free design.Splashy Aesthetics, Complex Drivers The stem-style Liberty 4 earphones are available only in a glossy black finish with gold accents and translucent eartips. The Soundcore logo appears subtly on the unexpectedly compact earpieces (surprising given the dual dynamic drivers they house). They fit securely and ship with four pairs of semi-transparent silicone eartips in small, medium (two), and large sizes. ...

The dual-driver Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 earphones offer a rich sound signature and solid noise cancellation for a reasonable price.

Potent bass and bright detail; Effective noise cancellation for the price; LDAC support; Adjustable EQ in app

Sculpted sound signature won't appeal to purists

The Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 are exceptionally well rounded, with effective ANC, solid spatial audio and even a built-in heart-rate monitor

Powerful and articulate audio; Decent noise cancellation; Spatial audio support;

Limited control options; Spatial audio rapidly drains battery;

On paper, it’s getting really hard to compare a product like the new $150 Soundcore Liberty 4 to earbuds like the $249 AirPods Pro and still declare Apple’s buds the winner. The same can be said of Sony’s $280 WF-1000XM4 for that matter. Soundcore has put in nearly every feature you could ask for: noise cancellation, transparency, wireless charging, Bluetooth multipoint, a high-res Bluetooth codec (LDAC), good battery life, and a companion app with tons of personalization options. And if that isn’t enough, these earbuds also have spatial audio with optional head-tracking, plus built-in sensors for monitoring your heart rate. And they’re still $100 less than Apple’s flagship buds, and $130 less than Sony’s. All of this makes the Liberty 4 an unbeatable value from a pure features point of view, which means the only question left is this: How do they perform? For the most part, the answer to that question is very well indeed. For the Liberty 4, Soundcore has kept what has worked in the pa...

Very good sound quality; Tons of customizations; Killer call quality; Handy heart rate tracker;

No find my earbuds feature; May not be secure enough for all workouts;

On paper, it’s getting really hard to compare a product like the new $150 Soundcore Liberty 4 to earbuds like the $249 AirPods Pro and still declare Apple’s buds the winner. The same can be said of Sony’s $280 WF-1000XM4 for that matter. Soundcore has put in nearly every feature you could ask for: noise cancellation, transparency, wireless charging, Bluetooth multipoint, a high-res Bluetooth codec (LDAC), good battery life, and a companion app with tons of personalization options. And if that isn’t enough, these earbuds also have spatial audio with optional head-tracking, plus built-in sensors for monitoring your heart rate. And they’re still $100 less than Apple’s flagship buds, and $130 less than Sony’s. All of this makes the Liberty 4 an unbeatable value from a pure features point of view, which means the only question left is this: How do they perform? For the most part, the answer to that question is very well indeed. For the Liberty 4, Soundcore has kept what has worked in the pa...

Very good sound quality; Tons of customizations; Killer call quality; Handy heart rate tracker;

No find my earbuds feature; May not be secure enough for all workouts;

On paper, it’s getting really hard to compare a product like the new $150 Soundcore Liberty 4 to earbuds like the $249 AirPods Pro and still declare Apple’s buds the winner. The same can be said of Sony’s $280 WF-1000XM4 for that matter. Soundcore has put in nearly every feature you could ask for: noise cancellation, transparency, wireless charging, Bluetooth multipoint, a high-res Bluetooth codec (LDAC), good battery life, and a companion app with tons of personalization options. And if that isn’t enough, these earbuds also have spatial audio with optional head-tracking, plus built-in sensors for monitoring your heart rate. And they’re still $100 less than Apple’s flagship buds, and $130 less than Sony’s. All of this makes the Liberty 4 an unbeatable value from a pure features point of view, which means the only question left is this: How do they perform? For the most part, the answer to that question is very well indeed. For the Liberty 4, Soundcore has kept what has worked in the pa...

Very good sound quality; Tons of customizations; Killer call quality; Handy heart rate tracker;

No find my earbuds feature; May not be secure enough for all workouts;

The Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 are exceptionally well rounded, with effective ANC, solid spatial audio and even a built-in heart-rate monitor

Powerful and articulate audio; Decent noise cancellation; Spatial audio support;

Limited control options; Spatial audio rapidly drains battery;

On paper, it’s getting really hard to compare a product like the new $150 Soundcore Liberty 4 to earbuds like the $249 AirPods Pro and still declare Apple’s buds the winner. The same can be said of Sony’s $280 WF-1000XM4 for that matter. Soundcore has put in nearly every feature you could ask for: noise cancellation, transparency, wireless charging, Bluetooth multipoint, a high-res Bluetooth codec (LDAC), good battery life, and a companion app with tons of personalization options. And if that isn’t enough, these earbuds also have spatial audio with optional head-tracking, plus built-in sensors for monitoring your heart rate. And they’re still $100 less than Apple’s flagship buds, and $130 less than Sony’s. All of this makes the Liberty 4 an unbeatable value from a pure features point of view, which means the only question left is this: How do they perform? For the most part, the answer to that question is very well indeed. For the Liberty 4, Soundcore has kept what has worked in the pa...

Very good sound quality; Tons of customizations; Killer call quality; Handy heart rate tracker;

No find my earbuds feature; May not be secure enough for all workouts;

On paper, it’s getting really hard to compare a product like the new $150 Soundcore Liberty 4 to earbuds like the $249 AirPods Pro and still declare Apple’s buds the winner. The same can be said of Sony’s $280 WF-1000XM4 for that matter. Soundcore has put in nearly every feature you could ask for: noise cancellation, transparency, wireless charging, Bluetooth multipoint, a high-res Bluetooth codec (LDAC), good battery life, and a companion app with tons of personalization options. And if that isn’t enough, these earbuds also have spatial audio with optional head-tracking, plus built-in sensors for monitoring your heart rate. And they’re still $100 less than Apple’s flagship buds, and $130 less than Sony’s. All of this makes the Liberty 4 an unbeatable value from a pure features point of view, which means the only question left is this: How do they perform? For the most part, the answer to that question is very well indeed. For the Liberty 4, Soundcore has kept what has worked in the pa...

Very good sound quality; Tons of customizations; Killer call quality; Handy heart rate tracker;

No find my earbuds feature; May not be secure enough for all workouts;

Good sound and ANC; Useful app; Affordable; Long battery life;

Only splash-proof; Poor right/left recognition;

The $99.99 Soundcore Liberty 4 NC noise-cancelling true wireless earphones are a well-rounded addition to Anker's affordable lineup. They offer excellent active noise cancellation (ANC) for the price, produce robust bass depth, and pair with an excellent companion app that includes an 8-band EQ. Android users even get support for the high-end LDAC codec and Google's Fast Pair connection feature. We would have preferred a more weatherproof build, but that doesn't hold these earbuds back from unseating Anker's Soundcore Space A40 ($99.99) as our Editors' Choice winner for true wireless noise cancellation under $100.Good Connectivity and Battery Life Available in Black, Cosmic Blue (deep blue), Earth Blue (light blue), Pink, or White, the stem-style Liberty 4 NC earphones look decently stylish. They ship with four pairs of silicone eartips (XS, S, M, and L) and feel snug in the ear. Internal 11mm dynamic drivers produce a frequency range of 20Hz to 20kHz. They support Bluetooth 5.3 a...

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.

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