soundcore Anker Liberty 4 NC, Adaptive Noise Cancelling Wireless Earbuds

After getting used to the sound in my quality (and reasonably expensive) PC headphones, I wanted something compact to take travelling that could do my favourite music justice and block out the noise when on a plane, in a busy train station, etc. I had a pair of budget earbuds whose sound quality was adequate but nothing to write home about, and a noise cancellation mode that was so ineffective I often had to physically check whether or not it was turned on. Not so with these. The noise cancellation is impressive; white-noise-like sounds like air conditioning, engine noise, rain on windows etc. vanish almost entirely, and intermittent mid-range sounds like people talking become muffled and indistinct like they're happening a few rooms away in a house with thick walls. The clarity of sound when playing music is great too; my music library has a fair range of genres and these earbuds seem to do well across the board in terms of clarity of reproduction. The companion app has a variety of EQ presets to choose from and a simple but serviceable custom EQ builder that lets you save multiple bespoke profiles. There's also the "HearID" feature which gets you to choose your favourite out of various music clips to determine what you like and build a custom EQ. I found this reasonable accurate but there's no way to test it on your own music until you've finished the process so I found a couple of tracks later that revealed something about the HearID profile that I didn't like - but, happily, you can go back in and edit your HearID curve to correct for this. I found the EQ settings to be very effective, which means the right EQ can make things sound fantastic, but also means a bad EQ setting can make things sound terrible - if you listen to a wide range of styles you may want to leave the EQ on flat, or else have a few presets and get used to swapping frequently. There's also the option for 3D surround sound mode, which does broaden the sound stage quite impressively but I found on certain things it can introduce audio artifacts - some vocals pick up a slight edge that makes them sound like someone singing through a tube - these are usually minor but sometimes annoying, but you don't lose much by disabling the 3D mode. When the noise cancellation is running you may notice a very slight white noise, but this is only really detectable when whatever you're listening to is very quiet or has periods of silence, and it's pretty faint. At the other end of the scale, these earbuds can get very loud for those who like it that way - but if you don't, the app has an adjustable volume limiter you can enable to keep it within your comfort levels. All in all, I was very impressed with their performance given the reasonable price point - my old "budget" earbuds were only 25% cheaper than these, and are completely blown away in comparison. A solid buy for anyone looking for quality sound and effective noise cancellation without breaking the bank - and worth noting they seem to be frequently discounted (they were down at £55 when I bought them) so keep an eye out for that.

These Anker ear phones really make a difference if you are coming from cheap ones. Their build quality is fantastic , and the case is very small and very portable . They sound very loud and their app is amazing for customisation and changing the noise cancelling and EQ settings with a lot of variety and custom profiles . I found the noise cancelling really good for this type of earphones and it really made a difference inside a very loud busy gym . My only subtle complaint is that I found that they aren’t as loud as I expected when listening to a audiobook in a loud space but it’s still pretty good . The volume controls along with all the other actions are very customisable through the app and the touch buttons are extremely responsive so you can select what it’s button press does through the app . The do appear pretty durable and sturdy and they also fit very well in my ears . I was concerned they would slip off during fast running at the gym but if the right size buds are selected the you won’t have any problems with that . They seem to charge fast and last ages so no issues with charges either but I don’t use them for dozens of hours at a time so far . All in all it’s been extremely worth the price per value ration and definitely recommend to anyone who likes a good pair of earphones without spending hundreds for them .

I was sceptical at first. I know the issue with wireless earbuds/headphones. There is a delay in the audio when you're watching a video. There is still that here, but if you turn on Gaming Mode in the app (which reduces the range), the issue is resolved, which is nice. As for how they sound? Absolutely spectacular. Great bass, music is clear and crisp, and battery life is quite decent for what they are. 8-10 hours on one charge! As for the noise reduction, it's decent. Certainly won't win awards, but it's good for what it does. The extra earbud sizes are nice, and it helps with comfort and ensuring they don't fall out easily. Overall, I'd recommend these! For what you get, you won't be disappointed.

THESE HAVE NO BUSINESS BEING THIS GOOD!! I paid about £50 for the Soundcore Liberty 4 NC. I already own 3 different types of Soundcore earphones and a speaker. I also ownED a pair of Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 earbuds that cost £349 - gave them away for free. The Liberty 4NC and even my Space A40 are better objectively in every way. I expected the Liberty 4 NC to be “good for the price”. Instead, they … good, great even. Full stop. The sound quality is superb, with a very good range of manual EQ settings, and a very good automatic one. Even with my 47-year-old ears, the sound is incredibly detailed without being harsh or tiring. And this is with ANC turned off most of the time...* The bass is tight, vocals are clear, and instruments feel properly separated instead of mashed together. They are the first earbuds I’ve used where music I’ve listened to for years suddenly had little details I’d never noticed before. The Soundcore app deserves credit too. The EQ options, hearing test, and customisation options are far more advanced than what I’ve seen on far more expensive brands. Practical "boring things" that matter: • Dual device connection works properly, it's actually fantastic how smooth the transition is between devices • Transparency mode is actually usable • Fit is comfortable for long listening sessions, and I mean even to sleep with! • Battery life has been excellent so far I’ve used them in airports, on planes, and during a very chaotic travel week, and they were brilliant at providing a bit of calm in the noise. Even with full noise cancelling, the battery lasts a very, very long time. The slightly absurd conclusion I’ve reached is this: These £50 earbuds made my £349 pair of B&W Pi8 feel like a poor value purchase. This is now my sixth Soundcore product, and at this point I honestly struggle to justify buying anything else. If you’re considering them and wondering if they’re “good for the money”, I’d say something slightly different: For the price you pay, vs the brilliant quality you get, there's nothing that can come remotely close. * ABOUT NOISE CANCELLING; I survived several flights with happy little children near me. The NC is so good, when the air crew served meals aka I took them out, I was honestly surprised to hear the plane engines! They truly are great. After the travel weeks they survived with me, I’ve even given them a name: "Aegis Minor", - small shields against noise that protect my sanity. Small but extremely effective.

Get the app, I’ll explain at the end. My first noise cancellation headphones and I’m happy to say they are affective. Really simple setup. Used straight away with the M size. With secure fit. Look and feel good quality and the case is very smart. *don’t think I’ve seen this mentioned but the open case also makes for a landscape phone stand, which is great for tv watching etc* Arrived charged and a week later I still haven’t needed to plug the case in. The touch control has many options and works well once you’re used to it. Sound quality is the reason I’d dock a star: this is personal, with me listening mainly to podcasts. I find the sound lacking some midrange clarity. It’s what you’re used to, I guess. The sound is absolutely fine and having listened to music to test, the bass is full and probably top end for the price. The Soundcore App takes things up a notch (I already had with a Bluetooth speaker) Not only does it link seamlessly but gives you sound and fit tests. However the live translation it offers is amazing. I tested it with a Spanish work colleague and it was perfect. Not only does it annotate the original but dynamically adjusts the translation to correct structure- then speaks it to you. Also it does this real time and listens to the speaker while taking in the translation delay. Very impressive. Tried with Spanish, Thai and Japanese. As a result, three people have bought these! Wish there was more EQ control for the sound but I can’t not give 5 stars.

Pixel Phone users, please read, especially Pixel 7 series and 7 Pro. These earbuds are fantastic, however I was experiencing fairly regular, brief 2 to 4 second disconnections. I returned two sets due to this. When purchasing a totally different brand and experiencing the same issues, I thought I’d investigate possible phones issues. Google didn’t show anything wrong with the Pixel series, so I decided to use the “search.brave.com” engine and that’s when I found the information, to totally change my experience to exceptional. No more disconnections and just pure fabulousness with Soundcore and have decided to share this with others who may be experiencing similar issues The Pixel 7 Pro experiences widespread Bluetooth audio issues, including audio crackling, random disconnections, and audio sync loss, primarily triggered by system updates like Android 14 and the Android 16 Beta. Users report that earbuds often stop playing audio or cut out shortly after the screen locks, even when the device remains connected. To enable developer options, use youtube and search, “enable developer option pixel android” Key Troubleshooting Fixes: (use settings search to easily find these options) • Disable Hardware Offload: Go to Developer Options > Networking/Bluetooth and toggle Disable Bluetooth A2DP hardware offload to On; this is the most frequently cited fix for crackling and disconnection bugs. • Adjust AVRCP Version: In Developer Options, set Bluetooth AVRCP Version to 1.5 to improve stability with certain earbuds. • Clear Cache: Clear the cache for the Bluetooth Legacy App and Bluetooth App via Settings > Apps > Show System. • Disable LE Audio: Turn off Bluetooth LE Audio in Developer Options if your earbuds do not support it or if it causes instability. • Reset Settings: Perform a Reset Wi-Fi, Mobile & Bluetooth in System > Reset Options if basic pairing fails. These issues are often attributed to software bugs in the Tensor chipset optimization or conflicts with third-party apps, requiring manual configuration changes in developer settings rather than a native system fix. After using the last option, “Reset Settings” my pixel watch also got disconnected. To reconnect without resetting and loosing all information, I did this: If the watch does not appear in the Pixel Watch app automatically, follow these steps to reset the connection without losing data on the watch: • On the Watch: Navigate to Settings > System > Transfer Watch. This option allows you to reconnect the watch to a different or previously reset phone. • On the Phone: Open the Pixel Watch app, tap the watch icon in the top left, and follow the on-screen instructions to pair.

These are absolutely brilliant for the money. Sound quality is excellent and you can make lots of adjustments via the app. The noise cancellation is outstanding for something in this price range- I used these to watch movies on a flight and I couldn’t hear any of the background engine noise that I’ve experienced with other headphones. They come with different ear bud sizes so you can customise them to fit your ears and the app helps you pick the right ones (I have different size ones in each ear!). Honestly can’t recommend these enough.

I’ve been using Anker audio products since 2016 and have owned a few different pairs of their earphones over the years, so I’ve seen the brand evolve from simple wired Bluetooth models to their more advanced true-wireless lineup. Comparing my older Anker SoundBuds Surge from 2019 with my latest purchase, the Anker Liberty 4 NC from 2025, I can say the newer pair offers a big jump in features, design and modern convenience — but not a dramatic improvement in actual sound quality. They’re fine, they function well, but considering the hype around them, they could have been better. The SoundBuds Surge were a surprisingly strong pair for their time. They delivered warm, enjoyable sound with a natural tone that worked especially well with acoustic music. The Bluetooth connection was reliable, always pairing instantly, and the comfort was excellent for long sessions or gym use. Even today, in pure listening enjoyment, they still hold up. The Liberty 4 NC, on the other hand, clearly win in terms of features. The case is excellent with its satisfying magnetic click, the indicator lights are helpful, the design feels modern, and the adaptive noise cancelling is genuinely impressive. The ANC cuts out wind, traffic and general background noise very effectively. Add to that wireless charging, longer battery life, multipoint connection and the Soundcore app it’s a much more advanced and convenient product overall. Comfort is good too; they sit well in the ear for me. However, sound quality is ultimately my priority, and this is where the Liberty 4 NC fall short. For a product praised so heavily by YouTubers, reviewers and influencers, the actual sound profile is nowhere near as impressive as the reputation suggests. A lot of that praise feels exaggerated. Anker offers EQ controls, hearing tests and presets, but none of it solves the core issue: the sound just isn’t consistently good. The bass can be boomy, the mids and highs can become muddy, the soundstage feels flat. I tried multiple EQ setups, including the calibration test, but nothing made them consistently satisfying. Every now and then they sound great but those moments are rare. At this price point I’m not expecting perfection, but I am expecting clean, balanced, enjoyable audio by default. And honestly, cheaper earbuds including budget models from brands like JLab in the £15–20 range can sound clearer and more natural than these in some cases. If someone doesn’t care much about sound quality or doesn’t notice audio differences, these earbuds will seem more than fine. But if you value good sound, you might feel underwhelmed.

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Good Quality Noise Cancellation, very good battery life and i had no problems with the app, definitely worth more than the price

Introduction The Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC are true wireless in-ear earbuds that offer advanced features and impressive performance at a competitive price. Build Quality and Design The earbuds are made of high-quality materials, making them durable and comfortable for long listening sessions. They fit securely in the ears and come with a compact charging case for easy portability. Sound Quality The sound quality is excellent, with clear and detailed vocals. The bass, mids, and treble are well-balanced, delivering a rich and immersive listening experience. The noise cancellation is effective, blocking out a significant amount of external noise. Features and Functionality The Soundcore Liberty 4 NC offers a stable Bluetooth connection and impressive battery life, lasting up to 8 hours on a single charge with an additional 32 hours from the charging case. The touch controls are intuitive, and the earbuds come with a companion app for customizing the sound profile. Performance in Different Scenarios These earbuds perform well in daily use, providing excellent sound quality and noise cancellation during commutes and office work. They are also suitable for gaming, with accurate sound cues and minimal latency. For exercise, the earbuds are sweat-resistant and secure, making them ideal for workouts. Pros and Cons Pros: Excellent sound quality Effective noise cancellation Comfortable and secure fit Long battery life Affordable price Cons: Touch controls can be sensitive Conclusion and Recommendation Overall, the Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC are an excellent choice for anyone seeking high-quality true wireless earbuds with noise cancellation at an affordable price. Their performance and features make them a great value for money.

These are amazing headphones.

I decided to buy these True Wireless earbuds as a replacement to my Airpods Pro that I accidentally left my in my home country before flying back to North America. I absolutely love ANKER products, but coming from an Airpods Pro, I didn't expect much from this product when I first bought it. so my review here will mostly be related to quality of life usage and not so much on the audio aspect Battery Life: Absolutely fantastic, over 4-5 hours of straight use before you get that beeping low battery that indicates you only have 15-20 minutes left. Then you would only have to recharge them in a case for 15-20 minutes before you can use them again for another 1-2 hours. so the claim they're making on this product is very legit Charging case: I've never fully drained the battery of the charging case as I consistently charge them every night but it doesn't take that long to fully charge the case either. maybe 1-2 hours max? Case durability: i've dropped these bad boys a couple times before on multiple hard surfaces over the last 7 months and they seem to be holding up really well with no scratches or permanent damage Case size: coming from an airpods pro, these look significantly bulkier (1.5 times bigger) but rest assured they are still very pocketable. Touch control: the touch control on this thing is easy to use, very easy to get used to and very reliable even when you have wet hands. the tap and/or hold function on these earbuds can be tweaked on the app settings. Eartips/Earbuds: the one thing i dont like about this product is the provided eartips adhesiveness to the earbuds. for reference, i use the smallest eartip in the box. they are standard eartips but they do get easily detached from the earbuds and sometimes they stick in your ears when you try to remove your earbuds. please keep in mind that i come from airpods pro where the eartips suction to the earbuds are very top notch when installed and is almost impossible to be accidentally detached from the earbud. Noise canceling: let's just say that if an Airpods Pro cancel out 99% of the noise from a very chatty and loud environment (like a gym during peak hours), then this product cancels out maybe 94-95%. it works really well to block out most of the noise in a loud environment, but you can still hear minor inaudible noise in the background whereas the sony WF1000XM5 or Airpods Pro completely shuts out the noise. Ambient sound: this works pretty well most of the time for a $129 headphones for you to activate to speak to someone without taking off your earbuds. Media/Audio pause when removing earbuds: this earbud has the same feature as most high end earbuds where if you remove one earbuds while watching or listening to something, it will automatically pause the media currently being playing before hit play again on the other earbuds. however, they are not as efficient as high end Sony or Apple NC earbuds. what I mean by this is that an Airpods Pro would immediately detect that you've removed one earbud and would automatically pause the media, where as the Anker Liberty 4 NC would have a 3-4 second latency delay before it notices that you've removed one earbud.still an amazing feature for the price tag. waterproof: I tried once or twice to shower with these on just to see if they would hold up and they did really well with no issue whatsoever. but i don't recommend not to shower with these on all the time. your disgusting ears also needs to be cleaned on a daily basis Audio Quality: I am just a regular peasant who enjoys listening to audiobook and music while working out, I am not going to pretend here to tell you the mids are good, the low and highs are good when i dont even know what that all really means in the first place. all i know is that the bass is decent and i've never had to complain about song i've listened to not being punchy enough because of these earbuds. you will never have that problem as long as you're not audiophile (most of us aren't) Sound Core app: i dont know how to use an equalizer but the presets they have is good enough for me to tune up my earbuds based on what i'm currently listening to Overall: giving this product an absolute 5 stars for the Price/Value for money. definitely get it if you're looking a for an affordable noise canceling earbuds. if anything, ANKER also has 18 months of warranty