Naztech Naztech Aura 360 Wireless Noise-Canceling Review
The Naztech Aura 360 offers pro-level call quality and connectivity for $65, but you'll sacrifice comfort and effective noise cancellation. It's a niche pick for budget-conscious callers.
The 30-Second Version
A budget call-center headset disguised as headphones. The mic and connectivity are fantastic, but everything else is a letdown.
Overview
The Naztech Aura 360 is a weird one. For $65, you get Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint and a microphone setup that punches way above its price tag. That's the one thing to know. The rest of the package, however, feels like a compromise. The sound is decent, but the noise cancellation and comfort are frankly mediocre. It's a headset built for clear calls and stable connections on a budget, not for losing yourself in music or blocking out the world.
Performance
The connectivity and mic performance were the real surprises here. Landing in the 95th and 90th percentiles respectively, pairing is rock-solid and people on calls can actually hear you clearly. That's a huge win at this price. The flip side is the noise cancellation, which sits in the 30th percentile. It takes the edge off a constant hum, but don't expect it to silence a busy coffee shop. Our data shows it's fine for a quiet office, but that's about it.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint works flawlessly. 97th
- Microphone clarity is shockingly good for the price. 95th
- Battery life is solid for daily use. 85th
- The price is undeniably low for the feature set. 81th
Cons
- Noise cancellation is weak and barely makes a dent. 22th
- Comfort is below average; they get clammy after an hour. 34th
- Build quality feels cheap and plasticky.
- Sound is just okay, lacking depth and detail.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | Over-Ear |
| Open/Closed | Closed |
Audio
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 |
| Drivers | 1 |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | Yes |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
Battery
| Battery Life | 24 |
| Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Mic Count | 2 |
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Touch Controls | No |
| App | iOS, Android |
| Volume Limiting | No |
Value & Pricing
At $65, it's hard to call this a bad value. You're paying for two excellent features (connectivity and mic) and getting a basic headphone experience wrapped around them. If those are your top priorities, it's worth it. If you care more about sound or ANC, it's not.
vs Competition
This sits in a strange spot. It's cheaper than the JBL Tune 770NC, which has better ANC and sound, but the Naztech has a better mic. The Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus is a step up in every way for not much more money, but again, the Naztech mic might beat it for callers. Honestly, if your budget is rigid at $65 and you take a lot of calls, the Naztech has a case. For literally anything else—better music, better noise canceling, more comfort—spend the extra $20-30 on the JBL or Sennheiser.
| Spec | Naztech Naztech Aura 360 Wireless Noise-Canceling | Sony Sony - WH-1000XM6- Best Wireless Noise Cancelling | Apple AirPods Max Apple - AirPods Max (USB-C) - Midnight | Sennheiser Sennheiser - ACCENTUM Plus Wireless Bluetooth | Bang & Olufsen Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX Noise-Canceling Wireless | Bowers & Wilkins Bowers & Wilkins - B&W Px8 S2 Over-Ear |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Over-Ear | Over-Ear | Over-Ear | Over-Ear | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 30 | 40 | 37 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | - | 48 | 16 | - | 24 | - |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.1 | 5.3 |
| Battery Life Hours | 24 | 30 | 20 | 50 | 35 | 30 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
Common Questions
Q: Is the noise cancellation any good?
Not really. It's fine for a low hum like an air conditioner, but it won't handle chatter, traffic, or plane noise. It's the weakest part of the package.
Q: How's the battery life in real use?
The rated 24 hours is probably with ANC off. With it on, expect closer to 18-20, which is still plenty for a full day and then some.
Q: Are they comfortable for all-day wear?
Probably not. The comfort scores in our database are low. The ear cups are shallow and the headband has minimal padding. They're okay for a few hours, but you'll want to take them off.
Who Should Skip This
If you're looking for immersive sound or serious noise blocking, this isn't it. Go get the JBL Tune 770NC instead. Also skip if you have a bigger head or wear glasses—the comfort just isn't there.
Verdict
We can only recommend the Naztech Aura 360 to a very specific buyer: someone on an extreme budget who takes a ton of voice or video calls and needs reliable Bluetooth switching. For everyone else, the compromises in comfort, build, and noise cancellation are too significant. Put another $30 in the jar and buy something better.