The JBL’s deliver solid build quality and a fun-loving sound, but they don’t have the 'wow' factor of the very best headphones at this level

Solid; punchy bass; Clear; open sound; Good noise-cancelling

Not well padded; Dynamics lack subtlety; More refined options around

The JBL Club 950NC are commendable headphones that deliver in all the key areas but don’t excel in any, either

Enjoyable sound profile; Decent noise cancellation; Solid build quality

Not as comfortable as some of their rivals; Bass boost makes tracks sound muddy

The relatively affordable JBL Club 950NC headphones deliver solid noise cancellation and a sound signature that will appeal to bass lovers.

Powerful audio performance with adjustable bass; crisp highs; and in-app EQ; Solid noise cancellation for the price; Comfortable over-ear fit; Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant support; Ambient listening modes

Sound signature isn't for purists; Bass Boost mode is a little too intense

These Club 950NC foldable over-ears from JBL are powerfully tuned, quick-charging, have active noise suppression and, in addition to functional device control, offer a large button for interaction with voice services such as Google Assistant or Amazon’s Alexa.

The JBL CLUB 950NC are decent Bluetooth over-ear ANC headphones. They look and feel quite well-built and durable, and are comfortable e...

JBL Club 950NC has the basics in place. But neither sound nor features impress.

Trustworthy design. There is enough bass for most needs, and the ANC function affects it only slightly.

Dark sound image. The app is bad, the noise reduction is mediocre, and Bass Boost gives obvious distortion.

The JBL Club 950NC are commendable headphones that deliver in all the key areas but don’t excel in any, either

Enjoyable sound profile; Decent noise cancellation; Solid build quality;

Not as comfortable as some of their rivals; Bass boost makes tracks sound muddy;