Cowin E7 vs E8 vs E9: Which Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones Are Worth It?

Cowin's E7, E8 and E9 are all legitimate noise cancelling wireless headphones, but they are not equal. The E7 is the budget workhorse, the E8 is the compact step-up, and the E9 is the one we recommend for most people who want stronger active noise cancelling and longer listening sessions. Below we break down where each one wins, where it does not, and which one is worth your money.

Quick Answer: E7, E8 or E9?

If you just want the verdict:

• Buy the E9 if noise cancelling quality is your priority. It has the most refined ANC of the three and the most comfortable fit for long flights.
• Buy the E7 if you want dependable ANC and solid sound at the lowest price. It is the classic entry point into cowin headphones.
• Buy the E8 only if portability matters most to you. It folds smaller than the others, but that compactness costs you some comfort on long sessions.

Here is how the three compare side by side:

Current pricing moves around often, so check the latest price and grab the code before you decide. At the time of writing there is a 10% OFF sitewide offer, which narrows the gap between these models considerably.

How Good Is the Active Noise Cancelling?

All three are true active noise cancelling headphones, meaning they use microphones to cancel low-frequency noise like engine hum and traffic rumble. That is what separates them from cheap headphones that only muffle sound passively.

In our testing:

• The E7 handles plane and bus noise well. Voices and keyboard clatter still come through, but the drone disappears.
• The E8 is a small improvement over the E7 in consistency, but the difference is subtle.
• The E9 is clearly the strongest of the three. It presses deeper into low-frequency noise and does it without that pressurized feeling some ANC headphones cause.

If you want a benchmark for what stronger ANC sounds like at higher budgets, RTINGS' guide to the best noise cancelling headphones under $200 (https://www.rtings.com/headphones/reviews/best/noise-cancelling-headphones-under-200) is a useful reference point. The Cowin models sit at the value end of that conversation rather than the premium end, and they are honest about it.

Sound Quality: What You Actually Hear

All three models lean warm, with slightly boosted bass and a relaxed treble. For podcasts, pop, and most streaming playlists, that tuning is pleasant. Classical and acoustic listeners may find the treble a touch soft.

• E7: full, bass-forward sound. Easy to listen to, not analytical.
• E8: similar signature, marginally cleaner in the midrange.
• E9: the most balanced of the three, with better separation when ANC is on.

None of them are studio monitors. If your reference point is a $400 flagship, none will match it. If your reference point is the $50-80 range, all three punch above their weight. TechRadar's roundup of the best noise cancelling headphones (https://www.techradar.com/audio/headphones/best-noise-cancelling-headphones) across all budgets is a good sanity check on where the premium tier begins.

Comfort and Build

• E7: roomy over-ear cups with soft padding. Heavier than it looks but comfortable for multi-hour wear. The classic headphones bluetooth feel at a budget price.
• E8: on-ear style that folds down small. Fine for commutes, but on-ear pressure builds over time if you wear glasses.
• E9: the plushest fit of the three, with deeper cups and better weight distribution. This is the pair we reach for on flights.

Color options matter to some shoppers, and this is where Cowin quietly wins. If plain black bores you, there are blue headphones, purple headphones, and even yellow headphones across the current lineup, so you can match ANC to your taste instead of settling for one shade.

Battery Life and Everyday Use

All three charge over USB and pair over Bluetooth. The E9 holds out the longest between charges, with the E7 close behind and the E8 shortest due to its smaller size. Exact runtime depends on volume and how aggressively you use ANC, so we will not quote a fixed number here. For daily commutes and a long-haul flight, none of them will leave you stranded mid-playlist.

All three include a built-in mic, so they work as noise cancelling wireless headphones with mic for calls and meetings. Call quality is fine indoors; expect wind noise outdoors, as with almost every Bluetooth headset in this class.

If you want to compare them directly on the store page, start with the noise cancelling wireless headphones listing, which covers the flagship of the range. Fans of the brand can browse the wider cowin headphones collection too, and there are bluetooth wireless headphones options if you do not need ANC at all. When you are ready to buy, the 10% sitewide offer on our coupon page applies to whichever model you land on.

Which Model Suits You?

• Frequent flyers: E9. The best ANC and the most comfortable fit pay off most at altitude.
• Daily commuters: E7 or E8. The E8's smaller fold is genuinely convenient for a backpack or tote.
• Home office and study: E7. Proven ANC for focus at the lowest cost of the three.
• Gift buyers and students: E7 in a color. It is the safest bet for value, and the color options make it feel less generic.

Our Verdict

The E9 is the best noise cancelling headphone of the three and the one we recommend if your budget stretches to it. The E7 remains one of the best value entry points into active noise cancelling, full stop. The E8 is the niche pick: only worth it if a compact fold is a genuine daily need for you.

Whichever you choose, check the current offer on our coupon page first. A 10% sitewide discount can easily push the E9 down near the E7's usual price, and at that point the decision makes itself.