Noise cancelling
The noise cancelling did its job for reviewers.
Nothing Headphone (1) ProPrice, Specs, Reviews & Battery
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Nothing built its name on being the rebel in the room, and Headphone (1) Pro carries that attitude: transparent glass sides over three drivers per ear cup, a Flat EQ switch tuned with Metropolis Studios, and up to 30 hours with noise cancelling on. These are not headphones you wear, or carry, to disappear.
Released
Sep 29, 2026
Price
$399
BATTERY (ANC ON)
30 hrs
WEIGHT
327 g
Best for
Sound quality.
Three drivers per ear cup, Hi-Res certified, lossless over USB-C.Confirmed: us.nothing.tech
Travel.
Adaptive noise cancelling up to 46 dB and a hardshell case.Confirmed: us.nothing.tech
Battery life.
Up to 30 hours with noise cancelling on, 68 with it off.Confirmed: us.nothing.tech
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iDevice review
Nothing Headphone (1) Pro review: tested against AirPods Max
Headphone (1) Pro made our playlists sound like we had the best seats at Carnegie Hall. We tested them side by side with AirPods Max, and we preferred the Nothing.
Our score: 4.5 out of 5
Photo: iDevice
Battery
Up to 30 hrs ANC on / 68 hrs ANC off (AAC); 28 / 53 hrs on LDACConfirmed: Nothing · Sep 29, 2026
Up to 20 hrs ANC on; ANC-off and per-codec figures not published by AppleConfirmed: Apple · Sep 29, 2026
Noise cancellation
Real-time adaptive ANC, up to 46 dB, 10 micsConfirmed: Nothing · Sep 29, 2026
Active Noise Cancellation with 8 mics, Adaptive Audio; dB rating not published by AppleConfirmed: Apple · Sep 29, 2026
Spatial audio
Yes, Dynamic Spatial Audio with head tracking (5 modes, incl. Studio B)Confirmed: Nothing · Sep 29, 2026
Yes, Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head trackingConfirmed: Apple · Sep 29, 2026
Works with
iPhone (iOS 13+) and Android (8.0+), Nothing X appConfirmed: Nothing · Sep 29, 2026
iPhone full (hands-free Siri) / Android basic BluetoothConfirmed: Apple · Sep 29, 2026
Weight
327 g (hardshell case 383.5 g)Confirmed: Nothing · Sep 29, 2026
386.2 g (Smart Case 134.5 g)Confirmed: Apple · Sep 29, 2026
Hi-Res / lossless audio
Yes, over USB-C (up to 24-bit/192 kHz)Confirmed: Nothing · Sep 29, 2026
Yes, over USB-CConfirmed: Apple · Sep 29, 2026
What 5 reviewers said
More reviewsThe noise cancelling and sound are very good.
Case
Reviewers kept bringing this up as a problem.
Sound quality
Reviewers liked how it sounds.
Comparison
Compare earbudsHow it compares
Price
$399
What it costs to buy. Nothing here charges a subscription.
Weight
327g
Grams in your ears. Lower is lighter.
Battery life
~1.3 days
How long it lasts on its own, away from a charger.
Cost over 3 years
$399
$129$129
$129
$179Weight
Battery life
Current list prices.
One earbud, not the pair, and not the case.
Battery life can vary based on usage, settings and firmware version.
If not this one
Nothing Headphone (1) Pro is our pick for travel. Where it does not lead, here is what does, and why you would switch.
- If it is mostly for musicAirPods 5
It plays music in spatial audio tuned to a scan of your own ears.
- If calls are what it is forSamsung Galaxy Buds 4
You control a call from the earbuds, including with a head gesture.
- If workouts are the pointAirPods Pro 3
It tracks your heart rate and calories through a workout, and it is rated IP57.
Quick answers
All FAQsQuick answers
How much does Nothing Headphone (1) Pro cost?
It costs $399 in the US.
Does Nothing Headphone (1) Pro pause when I take it off?
Yes. Auto-wear detection pauses your music when you take them off.
Which codecs does Nothing Headphone (1) Pro support?
AAC, SBC and LDAC for music, and LC3 for broadcast audio.
iDevice rating
4.5 / 5
Avg across all ratings: 3.9
Noise cancelling
The noise cancelling did its job for reviewers.
Case
Reviewers kept bringing this up as a problem.
Sound quality
Reviewers liked how it sounds.
Average of 4 reviews, including iDevice's own tested review.
4 expert reviews
- iDeviceKevin AprilSep 29, 2026
“Headphone (1) Pro made our playlists sound like a concert hall. We tested them side by side with AirPods Max, and we preferred the Nothing.”
Read review - SoundGuysChristian ThomasSep 28, 2026
“If you’re a tech-obsessed music lover, the Nothing Headphone (1) Pro is one of those purchases that could make you very happy given the right circumstances.”
Read review - TechRadarBecky ScarrottSep 29, 2026
“Sonically neutral, solid ANC and packed with fun perks, but the battery life is middling and the case could be a deal-breaker”
Read review - T3Max Freeman-MillsSep 29, 2026
“The sound is improved, but not by enough to make them an essential upgrade”
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What reviewers agreed on, and how many raised each
- Noise cancelling5
- Case4
- Price4
- Sound quality4
- Comfort4
- Controls1 / 1
- Calls1
- Tied to one phone1
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At a glance
THIS PRODUCTNothing Headphone (1) Pro
COMPARE WITHAirPods Max 2Price
The starting list price, not a temporary sale price. It is usually the first thing that rules a product in or out.
From $399
From $549
More specs⌄
Processor
The processor affects speed, efficiency and which features the device can support.
Not published by Nothing
Apple H2 (each ear cup)Confirmed: Apple · Sep 29, 2026
Connectivity
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and other connections determine what the device can work with.
Bluetooth 6.1, dual connectionConfirmed: Nothing · Sep 29, 2026AAC, SBC, LDAC, LC3 (Auracast broadcast); lossless USB-C audio; 3.5 mm
Bluetooth 5.3Confirmed: Apple · Sep 29, 2026lossless and ultra-low latency audio via USB-C
Indicators
A status light is how you know the battery level or pairing state without a phone.
Status LED (white, red below 30% battery)Confirmed: Nothing · Sep 29, 2026
Status light (green or amber charge level)Confirmed: Apple · Sep 29, 2026
Controls
Taps, head nods, eye and hand tracking suit very different situations.
Roller (volume, play/pause, ANC), paddle (tracks, calls), assistant button, Flat EQ switchConfirmed: Nothing · Sep 29, 2026
Digital Crown (volume, play/pause, calls, Siri), listening mode buttonConfirmed: Apple · Sep 29, 2026
Battery
More time between charges usually makes a wearable easier to live with.
Up to 30 hrs ANC on / 68 hrs ANC off (AAC)Confirmed: Nothing · Sep 29, 202628 / 53 hrs on LDAC
Up to 20 hrs ANC onConfirmed: Apple · Sep 29, 2026ANC-off and per-codec figures not published by Apple
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Frequently asked questions
Questions about Nothing Headphone (1) Pro
Top questions
How much does Nothing Headphone (1) Pro cost?
It costs $399 in the US.
Does Nothing Headphone (1) Pro pause when I take it off?
Yes. Auto-wear detection pauses your music when you take them off.
Which codecs does Nothing Headphone (1) Pro support?
AAC, SBC and LDAC for music, and LC3 for broadcast audio.
Should I buy Nothing Headphone (1) Pro or AirPods Max?
If you listen mostly on one device, we prefer Headphone (1) Pro: it sounded clearer and more open to us, it is lighter, and it costs $399 against $549 for AirPods Max 2. If you live across several Apple devices and want hands-free Siri, AirPods Max fit that world better. Our full review and the comparison on this page set out the rest.
How long does the Nothing Headphone (1) Pro battery last?
Nothing rates it at up to 30 hours with noise cancelling on and up to 68 hours with it off. On LDAC the figures are 28 and 53 hours.
How heavy is Nothing Headphone (1) Pro?
The headphones weigh 327 g. The hardshell case weighs 383.5 g.
Can Nothing Headphone (1) Pro connect to two devices at once?
Yes. Turn on Dual Connection in the Nothing X app and it connects to two devices at the same time. In our testing it did not hand off on its own: we had to pause music on the Mac before pressing play on the iPhone.
How good is the Nothing Headphone (1) Pro noise cancelling?
Nothing rates it at up to 46 dB, from 10 mics and an adaptive mode that adjusts to your surroundings. Working from home, it shut out the household for us. Other reviewers rate Sony and Bose noise cancelling higher.
Does Nothing Headphone (1) Pro have an on/off switch?
Yes, a physical power switch on the ear cup. AirPods Max have none: Apple's answer is to keep them in the Smart Case, where they drop into an ultralow power mode.
What's in the Nothing Headphone (1) Pro box?
The headphones, a hardshell case with strap loops, a 3.5 mm audio cable, a USB-C cable and a quick start guide.
Price and models
When did the Nothing Headphone (1) Pro come out?
It went on sale September 29, 2026. Source: iDevice
Is there a newer one?
No. The Nothing Headphone (1) Pro is the current model. Source: iDevice
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