Initially I bought a more expensive Panasonic model (brand familiarity) but the charging cable connector socket was rubbish and it failed to charge after the first go. So I returned it under warranty and replaced with the JBL (never heard of the brand before) and it is everything I needed. Best bit is the awesome soundwaves playing when you turn it on and off. Not listed as noise cancelling but according to my wife it does a fine job as I can't hear her with them on ... Bliss! ;o)