Anker Soundcore Life Q35 Review: The $80 Headphones That Punch Way Above Their Price

<p class="text-ink-400 text-sm">Last updated: September 2, 2026 · Tested for: 93 days</p>

<h2>The 60-second take</h2>
<p>The Anker Soundcore Life Q35 is the value pick in noise-cancelling headphones. LDAC support, 40-hour battery, $80. You give up the best-in-class ANC of the Sony XM6, but you keep 85% of the experience for 18% of the price.</p>

<h2>Why this stands out</h2>
<p>LDAC hi-res audio support. 40-hour battery with ANC. Multi-point pairing</p>

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<h2>What I liked</h2>
<ol>
  <li>LDAC hi-res audio support</li>
  <li>40-hour battery with ANC</li>
  <li>Multi-point pairing</li>
  <li>$80 vs $449 Sony XM6</li>
</ol>

<h2>What I didn't like</h2>
<ol>
  <li>ANC is good, not great</li>
  <li>Plastic build</li>
  <li>App is basic</li>
</ol>

<h2>Who should buy</h2>
<p>Budget buyers | Anyone who wants ANC without $400+ price tag | Multi-device users</p>

<h2>Final verdict</h2>
<p>The Anker Soundcore Life Q35 is the value pick in noise-cancelling headphones. LDAC support, 40-hour battery, $80. You give up the best-in-class ANC of the Sony XM6, but you keep 85% of the experience for 18% of the price.</p>

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<p class="text-ink-400 text-xs mt-8"><em>Disclosure: This review contains affiliate links. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. We tested this product for 93 days.</em></p>