ANC vs ENC in Earphones — Which Do You Need?

Simple explanation of the difference between Active Noise Cancellation ANC and Enhanced Noise Cancellation ENC.

ANC vs ENC

ANC (Active Noise Cancellation)

Cancels ambient noise during listening — ideal on transport and noisy places. Uses more battery.

ENC (Enhanced Noise Cancellation)

Improves your voice quality during calls — cancels noise from the microphone, not the ear.

Conclusion

• •For music and focus: choose ANC
• •For calls: choose ENC
• •For both: look for earphones supporting both