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Insta360 Mic Pro: one-minute review

The Insta360 Mic Pro is Insta360's flagship wireless microphone system, and it enters the crowded small wireless mic sector with two features that its rivals (most notably DJI) simply can't match: a customisable E-ink display on each transmitter, and a three-microphone array that uses digital signal processing (DSP) to simulate different polar pickup patterns.

The E-ink screen is the more immediately striking of the two. Via the Insta360 app, you can push any image you like to the circular 1.22-inch, 6-colour display and it'll stay there persistently, even when the transmitter is powered off. And unlike an OLED display, E-ink consumes power only when refreshing the image, not while showing it, which means it adds almost nothing to battery drain. It's a clever and well-executed idea.

The selectable polar patterns are perhaps more interesting in theory than they proved in practice during my testing. The Mic Pro's three-microphone array uses DSP to synthesise four distinct modes: omnidirectional, super-directional, cardioid and figure-8. These are not true multi-capsule configurations (they're digitally constructed from omnidirectional inputs) but the differences are real. In everyday use, though, I found myself leaving the mic in omnidirectional mode most of the time. Where the polar patterns become more useful is when you mount the Mic Pro on a camera's cold shoe and switch to cardioid or super-directional mode, turning it into a passable on-camera directional mic — something DJI's Mic series doesn't allow for.

This design isn't printed on — it's an image displayed on a circular E-ink screen. (Image credit: Future | Sam Kieldsen)

Elsewhere, the Mic Pro's spec sheet impresses: there's 32-bit float internal recording, 32GB of onboard storage, NPU-powered AI noise cancellation, timecode sync, up to 400m wireless range, and impressive multi-channel flexibility with 4-to-1 and 2-to-4 configurations. That last one — distributing two transmitters to four receivers simultaneously — may be particularly valuable for multi-camera productions.

In my testing, the feature that impressed most was the noise cancellation. Tested against a running fan in my office, the Mic Pro's Strong noise cancelling setting completely eliminated the background drone, easily outperforming the DJI Mic 3 in the same conditions. There are some minor design caveats worth noting, but the Mic Pro's core audio credentials are excellent.

Insta360 Mic Pro: price and release date

• Launched May 19 2026
• Priced from $99.99 / £89 / AU$159.99 for single transmitter
• Available in three options

The Insta360 Mic Pro is available now in three configurations. The entry-level option (£89 / $99.99 / AU$159.99) gives you a single transmitter only, which makes sense if you're buying into the Insta360 camera ecosystem and/or connecting directly via Bluetooth, or recording on the transmitter's own internal storage. The middle-tier 1 TX + 1 RX bundle (£179 / $199.99 / AU$319.99) is the obvious choice for solo creators, while the full 2 TX + 1 RX kit (£279 / $329.99 / AU$529.99) adds a second transmitter and charging case for two-person setups.

For context, the DJI Mic 3, the Mic Pro's closest competitor, currently retails at £269 for the 2 TX + 1 RX bundle, making the Insta360 £10 more for broadly comparable headline specs, though with genuinely different feature sets.

All of the above is included in the priciest Insta360 Mic Pro bundle. (Image credit: Future | Sam Kieldsen)Insta360 Mic Pro: specs

Dimensions

TX: 38 x 38 x 12.2mm / RX: 55.8 x 27.7 x 21mm

Weight

TX: 19.7g (without clip or magnet) / RX: 29.8g

Range

Up to 400m

Connectivity

RX: USB-C / Lightning, 3.5mm jack, headphones

Bluetooth

Yes

Battery

10 hours (transmitter), 11 hours (receiver), up to 30 hours with fully charged case

Noise cancelling

Two-level

The transmitter's USB-C port allows wired charging, plus data transfer from its 32GB of onboard storage space. (Image credit: Future | Sam Kieldsen)Insta360 Mic Pro: Design

• Transmitter's E-ink display can be customized
• Clip or magnetic attachment
• Receiver features small OLED screen

The Mic Pro transmitter is a small cylindrical puck 38mm in diameter and just 12.2mm tall with the E-ink display taking up one face entirely. It weighs 19.7g without its clip or button magnet attached, making it light enough to clip to a lapel without dragging on clothing.

That E-ink display is the first thing anyone will notice about the Mic Pro, and rightly so. At 1.22 inches with a 197 PPI resolution, it's sharp enough to render logos and text cleanly, and its six-color capability means branded graphics translate well. The persistent display could be a practical boon for multi-mic setups where visual identification of TX units matters – and because E-ink draws power only during refresh, it barely contributes to battery use. It's a well-thought-through implementation of a novel idea.

(Image credit: Future | Sam Kieldsen)

For mounting, the Mic Pro follows the now-familiar dual-approach used by DJI and others: a small clip for collars, caps and lapels, and a button magnet for direct attachment to thinner fabrics. The Mic Pro clip doubles as a cold shoe adapter that lets you mount the transmitter directly onto your mirrorless camera — effectively transforming it into an on-camera directional microphone when paired with the cardioid or super-directional pickup mode. As far as I'm aware, this isn't something DJI's Mic series supports, and it expands the Mic Pro's versatility for run-and-gun filmmakers.

The receiver is a conventional rectangular unit with a cold shoe clip, USB-C and 3.5mm outputs, and a small display for monitoring levels and settings. It's not especially compact by current standards (it will feel a little awkward when plugged into your smartphone, for instance), but it does the job.

The charging case is where things get a little more mixed. It looks smart, with a transparent front panel that shows you what's inside — two TX units, one RX, plus dedicated spaces for clips and magnets, and two smartphone adapters. My concern is a practical one: that transparent panel will attract fingerprints and may scuff with regular use. The hinged opening also took some getting used to; it's not quite as smooth or intuitive as DJI's case designs.

Both the receiver and transmitter can fit on top of camera cold shoes.Future | Sam KieldsenFuture | Sam KieldsenFuture | Sam KieldsenFuture | Sam Kieldsen

There are two other niggles worth mentioning. First, there's no dedicated space in the charging case for the 3.5mm audio cable — a small but irritating omission. Second, the Mic Pro's included windshields don't fit inside the charging case either, which means they (like the audio cable) will need to go in the carrying pouch instead. DJI's windshields fit neatly inside the Mic 3 and Mic Mini 2 cases, which is a design touch that makes a difference if you're packing light.

On the subject of what's in the box: as mentioned, a soft zip-up carry pouch is included, big enough to fit the charging case plus cables and windshields. It's a welcome inclusion. Less welcome, for those like myself using older iPhones, is the absence of a Lightning adapter as standard — though with Apple's transition to USB-C, it's hard to be too surprised that Insta360 has made the Lightning plug an optional extra.

Insta360 Mic Pro: Performance

• 10 hours battery life (transmitter), 11 hours battery life (receiver)
• Up to 400m range
• Superb two-level noise reduction

The Mic Pro's audio quality is superb. Recordings are clean and clear, with a 48kHz sampling frequency and 24-bit wireless transmission that's standard for the class. 32-bit float recording is also supported but as always with these kind of mics, it applies only to internal onboard recordings, not to the live wireless signal.

That said, those internal recordings — stored on the transmitter's 32GB onboard memory — could come in very useful for demanding content creators. 32-bit float means you can recover audio from unexpectedly loud events in post without clipping or distortion, and the available recording durations are generous: up to 44.8 hours of 32-bit mono, or 22.2 hours of 32-bit stereo. The stereo internal recording capability (available due to the transmitter's three-mic array) is also a nice touch for recording ambient soundscapes and ASMR-style captures, and unique to the Mic Pro in this category.

The four selectable polar patterns — omnidirectional, super-directional, cardioid and figure-8 — are generated by combining the inputs from three microphone capsules using DSP rather than using discrete capsules for each mode, and I found the results to be good but not transformative. The differences between modes are audible, but in most recording scenarios omnidirectional will serve you perfectly well. Where pattern selection becomes most valuable is in cold shoe mounting: in super-directional or cardioid mode, the Mic Pro functions as a credible on-camera directional mic, giving you a single piece of hardware that covers both lavalier and shotgun mic duties. It could be very handy for solo creators looking to reduce the amount of kit they have to carry around.

The Mic Pro can pair directly with several Insta360 cameras, including the Ace Pro 2 pictured here. (Image credit: Future | Sam Kieldsen)

The noise cancellation is where the Mic Pro most clearly distinguishes itself from the competition on audio quality, however. The system offers two levels — Weak and Strong — driven by an onboard NPU. In my testing with a fan running continuously in my office, the Strong setting completely eliminated the noise, with no audible trace remaining in the recording. I tested the DJI Mic 3 in the same conditions and found it less effective; the Mic Pro's Strong mode outperformed it clearly. Weak mode also did a solid job, which is important because there are real-world situations in which Strong mode can't be activated (such as when you're recording without a receiver).

The Mic Pro can pair directly with Insta360 cameras including the X5, X4 Air, Ace Pro 2 and Go Ultra via Bluetooth, delivering 48kHz audio without a receiver. In theory, it's a good way to cut down on complexity for anyone who owns a recent Insta360 camera. In practice, however, I found that when testing with an Ace Pro 2, I couldn't access noise cancellation or adjust the Mic Pro's settings (apart from gain) through the camera menu. It's possible this will be addressed through firmware updates but at the time of writing, DJI's OsmoAudio ecosystem integration feels considerably more complete and polished.

The maximum range from transmitter to receiver is quoted at 400m in open conditions, matching the DJI Mic 3, and the battery life of 10 hours for the transmitter and 11 hours for the receiver should see through a full shooting day with ease. A five-minute fast charge delivers 1.5 hours of additional use, too.

Should I buy the Insta360 Mic Pro?Buy it if…

You need the best noise cancellation available
The Mic Pro's Strong noise cancelling outperforms the DJI Mic 3 by a clear margin. If clean audio in noisy environments is your priority, this is the wireless mic to beat.

You want one mic that covers both lavalier and on-camera duties
The ability to mount the Mic Pro on a cold shoe and switch to a directional polar pattern gives it a multi-role capability DJI can't match.

Don’t buy it if…

You're not sure you'll use the headline features
If you don't need the E-ink display or polar patterns, the DJI Mic 3 offers comparable core performance at a similar price — and its ecosystem is more mature too.

Your windshields need to live in the charging case
A small but real inconvenience: the Mic Pro's windshields don't fit in the charging case, unlike DJI's equivalents.

Insta360 Mic Pro: also consider

DJI Mic 3

Still the benchmark compact wireless mic for most creators, the Mic 3 offers comparable audio quality, 32-bit float internal recording and a more mature wireless ecosystem. At a similar price to the Mic Pro's 2 TX + 1 RX kit, it's the natural alternative if the Insta360's headline features don't appeal.

Read our DJI Mic 3 review

DJI Mic Mini 2

If you don't need 32-bit float, multi-pattern recording or on-camera mounting, the Mic Mini 2 is a far more affordable entry point into quality wireless audio. At £89 / $199 for the full kit, it's exceptional value.

Read our DJI Mic Mini 2 review

(Image credit: Future | Sam Kieldsen)How I tested the Insta360 Mic Pro

• One week of testing indoors and outdoors
• Connected to Panasonic Lumix GH6 and Insta360 Ace Pro 2
• Tested indoors and outdoors

I've had plenty of time to test the Mic Pro in a range of scenarios and configurations: indoors and outdoors, in noisy and quiet environments and paired with the Panasonic Lumix GH6 mirrorless camera and the Insta360 Ace Pro 2 action camera. I've been able to test it clipped it to my clothes as well as mounted on the GH6 like a shotgun mic, and I was also able to compare its performance and noise cancelling capabilities directly with those of the DJI Mic 3.

• First reviewed: May 2026
• Read more about how we test

Marshall Milton ANC: two-minute review

The Marshall Milton ANC brilliantly fuse everything I loved about the company's Major and Monitor models. They combine the iconic on-ear look of Marshall’s most popular headphones with the noise-cancelling capabilities and rich feature-set of their pricier over-ears, but for an official price of $229 / £179 / AU$329.

This combination has resulted in something that ranks among the best on-ear headphones, and that perform well across (the vast majority of) the board.

Just at a glance, the Milton ANC clearly stand as a middle point between their two siblings. For example, they have the PU-leather and golden detailing, alongside the exposed wires — design elements I loved on the Marshall Monitor III ANC. However, their on-ear build and smaller sized earcups are likely to appeal to fans of the Major line.

Of course, the Milton also bring active noise cancellation to the on-ear form, and they pull this off pretty well overall. There are some limitations to how effective ANC is — the lack of a full seal around the ears means that some harsher sounds will still seep in with relative ease.

However, I used the Milton on a flight, and they dulled the sound of a jet engine and surrounding chatter very well, enabling me to enjoy my tunes without many distractions, which isn't always the case with on-ears.

Marshall also aimed to level up its on-ear sound quality with the Milton, and I’d argue that they sound very decent for the price you pay. Some may find them to be a little bass-heavy out of the box, and they aren’t the most expressive-sounding headphones I’ve ever used — but a custom EQ can remedy the first point, and it’s also important to remember that these are moderately priced on-ears, not $400 / £350 over-ears.

The Milton offer energetic, clean, and relatively spacious sound, and perform well across various genres, and they even bring LDAC and USB-C audio to the table. The LDAC codec enables higher-res Bluetooth listening, and the Milton is the first Marshall product it’s featured on. Meanwhile, USB-C or USB-C to 3.5mm wired connectivity provides the highest-fidelity audio possible, and it’s great to see here.

One thing I really admired about these on-ears was their sustainable design. They’re made of 42% recycled materials (by weight), and multiple parts of the headphones are replaceable. You can also easily screw off the ear cups and replace a battery if need be. And this doesn't come at the cost of good looks — the Milton ANC effortlessly pull of the retro-style Marshall look.

These on-ears are also very plentiful in the battery life domain. You can get up to 80 hours of listening time with ANC off, and an admirable 50 hours with noise cancelling on, which is even better than the high-performing Beyerdynamic Aventho 100. Battery health settings are also accessible in the Marshall Bluetooth app, which I found to be relatively user-friendly, despite a few loading issues.

Perhaps the very best thing about the Milton ANC, though, is their almost weightless feel in use. I’d say that the Milton are the most comfortable on-ear headphones I’ve used in my entire life — I’m usually more of an over-ear fan, but sometimes I even forgot I was wearing these headphones.

Ultimately, then, the Marshall Milton ANC are an accomplished pair of on-ear headphones that perform well where it matters most. They aren’t quite perfect — I would’ve liked to have seen wear detection on-board, and there are some limitations in terms of sound and ANC. But for the price you pay, I think these headphones are well worth the investment.

(Image credit: Future)Marshall Milton ANC review: price and availability

• List price of $229 / £179.99 / AU$329
• Released on Marshall website on May 19, 2026
• Coming to select retailers on May 27, 2026

The Marshall Milton ANC are available for $229 / £179.99 / AU$329, placing them directly between Marshall’s budget-friendly on-ears, the Major V, and their premium over-ears, the Monitor III ANC. They are currently available in Black only.

The Milton ANC were released on Marshall’s website on 19 May 2026, but will be available from select retailers starting on May 27, 2026.

Marshall Milton ANC review: specs

Drivers

32mm dynamic

Active noise cancellation

Yes

Battery life

50 hours ANC on; 80 hours ANC off

Weight

200g

Connectivity

Bluetooth 6.0, USB-C

Frequency range

20Hz-20kHz

(Image credit: Future)Marshall Milton ANC review: features

• Colossal battery life of up to 80 hours with ANC off
• Lossless wired audio and LDAC for higher-res Bluetooth listening
• Commendable yet inherently limited noise cancellation

The Marshall Milton ANC are overflowing with features, including some that Marshall has never offered in its products before.

One exciting addition is LDAC, which enables you to stream higher-res audio over Bluetooth, from a compatible device. Of course, Bluetooth audio is still inherently lossy, but if you want the best quality possible, you can connect your device to the Milton via USB-C for wired audio — there’s even a USB-C to 3.5mm cable in the box.

The Milton ANC also bring support for Apple Find My and Google Find Hub, making it easy to locate your on-ears if you’ve forgotten their whereabouts.

A lot of the good stuff we saw on the Monitor III ANC features here too, including a five-band equalizer alongside a handful of presets, a customizable M button, and Auracast connectivity. You can access all of this in the Marshall Bluetooth app, which is well laid-out, but prone to a few loading issues in my experience.

I was pleased to see the Soundstage mode make a return, which is intended to “make your sound more spacious”. This works nicely, and I found myself using it pretty often. The effects aren’t as drastic as you get from some headphones’ spatial audio options, but you can adjust the metaphorical ‘room size’ and ‘amount’ that you want to employ spatial sound. For me, a medium room at 80% was the sweet spot.

Let’s also talk about battery life — something Marshall has been leading the way with on its Bluetooth speakers like the Kilburn III and Bromley 750. Things are no different on the Milton. You get a whopping 80 hours of playtime with ANC off, and a still-great 50 hours with noise cancelling active.

That’s considerably more than a lot of premium over-ear headphones, such as the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones Gen 2 or Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 can offer.

In-line with upcoming EU regulations, the battery will be readily removable and replaceable. Repairs and replacements are available through Marshall directly, as part of the company’s aim to deliver more sustainable tech.

I think it’s about time we go to the main event, though, and discuss ANC. When I attended the launch of these headphones, Marshall stated that “the Milton were designed to push ANC performance further than on-ear headphones have gone before”.

And I have to say, the Milton offer pretty solid noise cancelling capabilities all things considered. Even while on a flight, the rumble of a jet engine and of general chatter was dulled pretty effectively. These headphones don’t fully cover your ears, so there are limitations to what they can do, and on occasion, I’ve still been able to hear sounds like cars passing by or babies screaming when out and about.

Still, it’s neat to see ANC on some Marshall on-ears. The adaptive ANC is paired with a dynamic loudness feature, which adjusts audio playback depending on the noise level in your vicinity. If things are getting noisy, the headphones will raise the bass and lower the mids — the idea is to "to energize listening sessions – no matter what", though obviously this is great for running tracks to keep you pushing, and less so for podcasts.

There’s also a transparency mode if you want to be more aware of your surroundings when out and about, as well as battery preservation options to extend the long-term lifespan of the headphones.

Marshall has rammed these on-ears with just about every feature you could want… well, just about. I would’ve liked to have seen wear detection included, so that my music automatically pauses when I take the Milton off — it's pretty standard fare these days. Otherwise, though, their features suite is golden.

• Features score: 4.5 / 5

(Image credit: Future)Marshall Milton ANC review: sound quality

• Clean, energetic sound
• Bass is a little heavy-handed out of the box
• Enjoyable, spacious sound with Soundstage mode active

Out of the box, the Marshall Milton ANC offers an energetic sound signature, and I was instantly struck by the hard-hitting bass. For some, the low-end may feel a little over-emphasized — and with more stripped back, acoustic tracks, I preferred using a custom EQ with a slight bump in the mids and some reduction down low.

However, I think that the signature sound will be a hit with a lot of listeners — the meaty bass was great for tracks like Authentic Computers 2.0 by Kolter. The pumping bass came through with seismic impact, but didn’t sound lethargic, and never obscured synths or vocals in the midrange. Meanwhile, drums higher in the frequency range sounded expressive yet controlled, helping to maintain the track’s high energy.

With more acoustic, laid-back tunes like Get It Up For Love by Ned Doheny, the Milton continued to perform well. Acoustic guitars in the build-up didn’t have top-tier expressiveness and detail of premium over-ears like the Sony WH-1000XM6, but they remained nice and clear in the mix, and intertwined with soulful vocals with elegance. Again, percussion was brilliantly balanced in the mix, and this even remained true at top volumes.

By default, the Milton ANC offer a solid soundstage, with a decent amount of width and immersion. However, if you make use of the Soundstage feature in the Marshall Bluetooth app, you can get more three-dimensional, spacious audio.

When listening to Down East by Sadao Watanabe, it really did seem as if sound had been released into a virtual room — the leading saxophone had more space to work its magic, while percussion felt as if it occupied a more distinct pocket.

I've flagged this in the Features section above, but I was also delighted to see LDAC make an appearance on a Marshall product, and it opened up more intricate detailing when listening to higher-res files on Tidal. Nothing is going to beat USB-C audio passthrough, however, which provides lossless quality via a wired connection.

Even using a more basic Bluetooth codec like AAC, though, the Marshall Milton ANC are a very solid-sounding pair of on-ears. They won’t astonish audiophiles with perfect instrument separation or top-tier attention to detail, but their engaging and energetic sound is sure to appeal to many.

On top of this, the Milton offer commendable mic quality, with four of the total six microphones being used for clear calls. I tried recording my voice and was very satisfied with the clarity of my speech throughout.

• Sound quality score: 4 / 5

(Image credit: Future)Marshall Milton ANC review: design

• Repairable and made of 42% recycled material
• Plush earcups are super-comfortable
• Beautiful retro-style look

I’ve mentioned a couple of times how Marshall is aiming to produce more sustainable technology at the moment, and the Milton ANC are a glowing example of that.

First of all, they contain 42% recycled material (by weight), which is a pretty significant proportion. On top of that, multiple parts of the Milton are replaceable, and Marshall can service the headphones or sell replacement parts when needed. The earcups also use bayonet locking, making them simple to screw off and on, and under the left earcup, you can easily unscrew a panel to replace the headphones’ battery.

It’s not all about sustainability though — the Marshall Milton ANC are brilliantly designed right across the board.

The earcups are more plush than those featuring on the Major V, and it’s incredibly apparent. They feel amazingly soft in use, and fit on my ears perfectly. The headband also feels relaxed, and never clamped down too hard, while still remaining secure.

Combine these two factors, and the Marshall Milton ANC are, without question, the most comfortable on-ear headphones I’ve ever used. I’ve used them for all-day use at the office, and never felt agitated or uncomfortable, which is a huge plus.

These headphones also look great in my opinion. The faux-leather casing, the golden Marshall logo, the exposed wires… these headphones nail the retro-style and look pretty premium for the price. The multi-directional button for playback control is attractive too, and was easy to use whenever I wanted to pump up the volume or skip a track.

Marshall has made a real effort to stress the ruggedness of the Milton, and I have to say they do feel pretty hardy. The practical draw-string case also helps to keep them safe against any tumbles or liquid splashes.

Speaking of which, the Milton ANC do not have a waterproof rating, which is a bit of a shame given their focus on durability and longevity. Don’t get me wrong: this is pretty common for headphones, but it would be nice to see a player like Marshall start adding IP ratings to its on-ear and over-ear products. Despite this, Marshall told me that the Milton were tested for higher humidity conditions and should be able to survive the odd raindrop, for example.

• Design score: 4.5 / 5

(Image credit: Future)Marshall Milton ANC review: Value

• Well-priced against the competition
• Incredible comfort, solid sound, and loads of features
• A great middle point between the Major V and Monitor III ANC

The Marshall Milton ANC are well priced against a lot of the competition. For instance, the Beyerdynamic Aventho 100, which offer ANC, a similar amount of battery life, and similarly strong audio, are priced at $229 / £199 / AU$314.

On top of that, the Milton fit perfectly between Marshall’s more budget-friendly on-ears, the Major V, and its premium over-ears, the Monitor III ANC. The former will typically set you back $149 / £129 / AU$259, and the latter have a list price of $349 / £299 / AU$569.

The Milton offer the form-factor and compact style of the Major V, while cramming in a lot of the smart features and noise-cancelling capabilities of the Monitor III, neatly fusing what makes their sibling models so appealing.

And just overall, I think you’re getting good overall quality for the money you spend. With top-tier comfort, plenty of playtime, and a sustainable design, the Milton ANC feel like a worthy investment.

Are they the best sounding headphones ever? Perhaps not — they lack the detail and balance that some competitors can supply. But still, these are hardly the most expensive on-ears out there, and their energetic sound signature is sure to appeal to a large proportion of the market.

• Value score: 4.5 / 5

(Image credit: Future)Should I buy the Marshall Milton ANC?

Attributes

Notes

Rating

Features

Higher-res Bluetooth audio, great battery life, solid ANC; where's the wear detection?

4.5/5

Sound quality

Clean, energetic sound with LDAC and wired lossless, but could sound more balanced and detailed.

4/5

Design

Sustainable, durable construction with an iconic, enticing look, and best-in-class comfort.

4.5/5

Value

Well-priced against competition and not short on all-round quality.

4.5/5

Buy them if…

You want maximum comfort
The Marshall Milton ANC are, without a doubt, the comfiest on-ear headphones I’ve ever tested. They never clamp too heavily, and the plush earcups ensure that you’ll be able to enjoy your tunes for hours on end.

You’re looking for on-ears with noise-cancelling capabilities
A big positive about the Milton compared to a model like the Marshall Major V, is that they come with adaptive noise cancelling. That means that you can block the outside world out to decent effect, and the headphones can even adjust ANC levels depending on the noise levels in your environment.

Don’t buy them if…

You want the best sound quality available
Although the Milton offer very decent sound for the price you pay, they don’t offer the most nuanced or detailed sound I’ve ever heard from a pair of headphones. For the best sound quality, it may be worth looking to the over-ear market, and going with a pair like the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless.

You’re looking for a budget pair of headphones
Although the Milton aren’t massively expensive, especially for the quality on offer, you can certainly nab great quality headphones for less. In the over-ear category, it’s worth checking out cans like the 1More Sonoflow Pro HQ51 and the Soundcore Space 2. But if you want to stick with on-ears, I’d recommend taking a look at the Sony WH-CH520, listed below.

Marshall Milton ANC review: Also consider

Marshall Milton ANC

Beyerdynamic Aventho 100

Sony WH-CH520

Price

$229 / £179 / AU$329

$229 / £199 / AU$314

$60 / £60 / AU$99

Drivers

32mm dynamic

45mm dynamic

30mm dynamic

Active noise cancellation

Yes

Yes

No

Battery life

50 hours ANC on; 80 hours ANC off

40 hours ANC on; 60 hours ANC off

50 hours

Weight

200g

220g

137g

Connectivity

Bluetooth 6.0, USB-C

Bluetooth 5.4

Bluetooth 5.2

Frequency range

20Hz-20kHz

20Hz-22kHz

20Hz-20kHz

Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
We rated these on-ears from Beyerdynamic pretty highly when we tested them last year and, as a result, they made the cut in our guide to the best on-ear headphones. With impressive ANC, strong battery life, and beautiful looks, there’s a lot to like about these headphones, although we did wish they sounded a little more detailed. Read our full Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 review.

Sony WH-CH520
If on-ears are your thing, but you don’t want to spend upwards of $200 / £150, then the super-cheap Sony WH-CH520 could be perfect for you. They don’t feature active noise cancelling or fancy looks, but what they do provide is solid sound quality, plenty of playtime, and upscaling for lower-res audio files. Read our full Sony WH-CH520 review.

How I tested the Marshall Milton ANC

(Image credit: Future)

• Tested over the course of multiple weeks
• Used on a flight, public transport, and on walks
• Predominantly streamed music on Tidal

I spent weeks testing the Marshall Milton ANC, taking them with me just about everywhere I went. I used them on a flight, train journeys, my daily walks, and while working away at the office.

When listening to music, I used Tidal to experience the headphones’ higher-resolution capabilities, but I also dipped into Spotify from time to time. As always, I used the TechRadar testing playlist, which features songs from a wide variety of genres, but I also spent hours bumping tunes from my personal library.

More generally, I’ve spent years testing audio gear here at TechRadar, and have tackled everything from premium headphones like the Sony WH-1000XM6 through to small Bluetooth speakers like the Bose SoundLink Micro Gen 2. I’ve also tested a whole lot of Marshall products, including headphones such as the Marshall Monitor III ANC and soundbars like the Marshall Heston 60.

• Read more about how we test
• First reviewed: May 2026

The Insta360 Mic Pro beats the DJI Mic 3 at noise cancelling, and has a couple of unique tricks up its sleeve to boot.

I tested Marshall’s new on-ear headphones, and they seriously impressed me with top-tier comfort, incredible battery life, and a sustainable build.

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Obsession is among the huge range of new horror movies in May, and it is already doing more than enough to stand out from the crowd. With clever marketing including a phone number to call, everyone's been creeped out by the premise from the very beginning. I've been following this movie on social media for months, and I will admit that I am obsessed with Obsession.

When you strip it back, the premise of Obsession is a very simple one. A man makes a wish on a novelty toy, asking that his crush would "love him more than anything else in the entire world", and it comes true. But like any cautionary tale whether it's a genie's lamp or a monkey's paw, sometimes wishes backfire spectacularly.

Immediately, you face palm at just how extreme this wish is. Bear (Michael Johnston) is very explicit in what he wants, to the point that he asks to be the singular object of Nikki's (Inde Navarrette) desire. It's an unreasonable wish, because even those of us in committed relationships have other things that we love. Nothing can come between me and my hobbies, let me tell you.

The One Wish Willow, a whimsical novelty toy invented by director Curry Barker, takes Bear's request very literally. Indeed, Nikki does begin to love Bear more than anything, and it's more terrifying than he could have anticipated. Instead of giving Bear a passionate romance, she begins to stalk and obsess over him, and it is soon clear she is no longer Nikki but something else far more sinister.

Obsession sets out to make us incredibly uncomfortable and succeeds in multiple ways. Inde Navarrette's portrayal of Nikki is well rounded because yes, she does an excellent job at freaking us out, but she also shows us a human side of Nikki and what she lost. The movie reminds us repeatedly that Bear wished for this, he took away Nikki's agency, and now he's left with the stuff of nightmares.

You wished for this... (Image credit: Focus Features)

Navarette's unhinged performance is impossible to look away from, no matter what she's doing. There are some incredibly horrifying scenes in Obsession, as "Nikki" does her best to win Bear's affections and be the girl of his dreams, just as he asked. I did not expect things to get as dark as they did so be warned, some really messed up stuff happens. Nikki twists into something monstrous, a far cry from the person Bear loves.

Curry Barker has made something very special here. It ticks all the right boxes for any horror fan: it's gory, scary, and shocking. But it also forces us to confront some uncomfortable topics about relationships, desire, and consent. Nothing that happens in the movie would've happened if Bear hadn't broken the One Wish Willow, everything is a horrible, twisted consequence of his own actions. It's a tough pill to swallow.

Obsession is the kind of movie that lingers. Whether it's the disturbing scenes or the very idea of robbing someone of their humanity for your own selfish desires, it's sure to stick with you. I've seen plenty of interesting opinion pieces, videos and debates around the movie, which all good horror movies should do. It's a modern classic and I believe we'll be discussing it for many years to come.

Everywhere you look people are really analyzing Obsession and having a blast doing it, and because of this, its impact should not be ignored. It's only May and it has a very real chance of being 2026's best horror movie.

Many people are rallying for Obsession to be recognized during award season. With more horror movies being noticed recently, like Amy Madigan's performance in Weapons, I am hopeful that Obsession will get the flowers it deserves. It's thoroughly entertaining and grabs you by the throat, refusing to let go.

Truly, I could not have wished for more.

Curry Barker's wish fulfillment horror movie has everyone talking, you're sure to become obsessed with Obsession.

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