Well-rated noise-cancelling headphones for 524 CZK. These from Alza haven't been cheaper for a long time

Wireless headphones with ANC for under 600 CZK? You can now get AlzaPower Core PRO ANC for 524 CZK with code AUDIOVIDEOTYDNY25, which is the lowest price since the December sales. They usually sell for 699 CZK. If you’re looking for a well-rated model with noise cancellation and decent battery life, these might interest you.

Quick summary:
✅ Makes sense if you’re looking for cheap headphones for podcasts, calls, or casual listening on public transport and don’t want to risk losing more expensive headphones.
⚠️ Consider carefully if you expect audiophile sound quality or ANC comparable to Apple AirPods Pro – don’t expect that for 524 CZK.
💡 For 524 CZK, you get features (ANC, transparency mode, gaming mode) that start at double the price from competitors.

Why these headphones are interesting

AlzaPower Core PRO ANC targets users who want functional TWS headphones with ANC but don’t want to pay thousands of crowns. For a price under 530 CZK, you get active noise cancellation with four microphones, a transparency mode for perceiving your surroundings, a low-latency gaming mode, and up to 27 hours of battery life (7 h headphones + 20 h case).

The headphones are manufactured by Alza under their own brand AlzaPower, so in case of problems, you can arrange an immediate replacement at a branch. The return rate is low – only 1.35%, which is a solid figure for a product in this price category.

Key parameters in practice

The headphones use 10mm neodymium drivers with a frequency range of 20–20,000 Hz. Connectivity is provided by Bluetooth 5.3 with support for AAC and SBC codecs. IPX4 resistance means they can handle sweat and light rain – so they are suitable for sports or running. One earbud weighs only 4 grams, so you practically don’t feel them.

According to reviews, ANC works, but don’t expect miracles. Users report that the headphones effectively suppress the hum of a refrigerator, fans, or car tires on a wet road. For noisy environments like public transport or an open-plan office, it provides a significant improvement, but it’s not on the level of premium headphones costing five thousand. The transparency mode works reliably – useful when crossing the road or during a brief conversation.

Practical aspects: controls, pairing, packaging

The controls are touch-sensitive – tapping changes tracks, answers calls, switches ANC, or activates the voice assistant. Several users in reviews mention that the controls are sensitive and take some getting used to – a function is sometimes accidentally activated when putting on the headphones. Triple-tapping to switch tracks doesn’t always register on the first try.

Pairing with a phone works without issues – the headphones support both Android and iOS. However, there’s no option to connect to two devices simultaneously, which is not uncommon for cheaper models. The package includes three sizes of interchangeable ear tips and a USB-C cable. A charger is not included, but with USB-C, that’s not a problem today.

What users say

On Alza, the headphones have a rating of 4.4 out of 5 (362 ratings) and 83% of customers recommend them. Over 10,000 units have been sold. Users most often praise the price/performance ratio, battery life, functional ANC for this price category, and the fact that the headphones stay well in the ears. Several reviews mention that they are “absolutely sufficient” for podcasts, audiobooks, and calls.

Critical voices primarily concern the sound quality for more demanding listeners – according to some, the bass is weak, and the mids are “tinny.” According to some users, ANC worsens listening quality, which is a common compromise with cheaper models. Some report that the headphones don’t fit smaller female ears or tend to fall out during sports. Occasional complaints about random disconnections or pairing issues appear, but it’s not a systematic problem.

When it doesn’t make sense

If you’re looking for headphones for critical music listening or expect ANC comparable to Apple AirPods Pro or Sony WF-1000XM5, you’ll be disappointed. For 524 CZK, you get a functional product, not an audiophile experience. Similarly, if you have smaller ears or generally find earbuds uncomfortable – without the option to try them, it can be a shot in the dark. For professional phone calls in noisy environments, the microphone quality might not be sufficient.

Verdict: who it’s worth it for

For 524 CZK, you get TWS headphones with ANC, transparency mode, gaming mode, Bluetooth 5.3, and 27 hours of battery life. If you’re looking for inexpensive headphones for public transport, sports, podcasts, or as a backup pair that you won’t regret losing, AlzaPower Core PRO ANC are hard to beat at this price point. This is the best price since the December sales – and the code AUDIOVIDEOTYDNY25 is valid for a limited time only.

Do you use cheaper headphones as a backup, or do you go straight for a higher price category?