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Motif II A.N.C
Wireless noise-cancelling true wireless earbuds
Mid-range · middle third of headphones
Quick take
In short: what each side says
AI panel · Reviewers · The press — each opened up in full further down ↓
Best on Perplexity (avg #26.0), weakest on Gemini (#28.0)
Reviewers agree the Marshall Motif II ANC pairs standout retro design with solid sound, improved battery life, and stronger noise cancelling, with fit and seal being key to getting the best out of them.
All 3 reviewing outlets recommend it.
The juries split — Divided. Check both sides before you commit.
The verdict
What the panel makes of it.
Marshall makes the Motif II A.N.C. headphones. Released in 2023, built in Britain. Active noise cancellation reduces ambient sound by blocking frequencies. Musicians and commuters buy them to hear music clearly. AI systems track this model across shopping queries weekly.
Act one
What the machines think.
Several AI models read the category and place this product — model by model, list by list, over time.
Model by model?
How each AI sees it.
Best on Perplexity (avg #26.0), weakest on Gemini (#28.0) Averaging across the AI panel, Motif II A.N.C sits around #27.0 this snapshot.
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Rank trajectory?
Weeks of movement.
Act two · ★ new
What the people say.
The same product, judged by the owners who bought and filmed it — what they praise, what they knock, who it's for.
Video reviews?
What reviewers actually say.
AI summary of 5 reviews · as of Sep 2026
Reviewers agree the Marshall Motif II ANC pairs standout retro design with solid sound, improved battery life, and stronger noise cancelling, with fit and seal being key to getting the best out of them.
What they praise
- Distinctive Marshall design with premium-feeling materials, textured grip, and a case that's easy to hold onto
- Long battery life with fast top-up charging and wireless charging support
- Noise cancelling is noticeably improved over the previous model and effective in planes, trains, and cafes
- Highly customizable sound and controls through the companion app, including EQ presets and touch gesture settings
- Comfortable, compact fit when the right ear tip size is used
What they knock
- Getting a proper ear tip seal is critical and finicky, otherwise bass and noise cancelling suffer
- ANC is tuned more conservatively than some rivals, so it may feel less aggressive to bass-heads for isolation
- Only two or three ear tip sizes included, which may not fit every ear shape well
Synthesised from: This is Tech Today · GadgetMatch · TheUnlockr · Tech Spurt · WhatGear
AUDIO ENGINEER Tests the MARSHALL MOTIF II ANC Wireless Earbuds
This is Tech Today
Marshall Motif II A.N.C. In-Ear Headphones: Excellent Sound & Iconic Design
GadgetMatch
Marshall Motif II ANC Real-World Test (Day in the Life Review)
TheUnlockr
True Wireless Earbuds with Serious Style! | Marshall Motif II ANC
Tech Spurt
Unique Style & Performance - Marshall Motif II ANC Earbuds Review
WhatGear
What the press says?
Where the established press lands.
The press agrees
All 3 reviewing outlets recommend it.
“the Marshall offers a clean performance, allied with good midrange clarity and decent crispness to the higher frequency notes”
Read the review ↗ (opens in a new tab)“I like the fit of the Motif II ANC because I could barely feel them and they stayed firmly in place even when I went out”
Read the review ↗ (opens in a new tab)“full charge takes an hour and a half over USB-C, which is decent enough, or there's wireless charging for cable-free top-ups”
Read the review ↗ (opens in a new tab)Across 3 independent outlets · published expert reviews · last 18 months
Act three · ★ new
Do they agree?
Put the machine's rank and the owners' score in one frame, settle it with a verdict, and answer the only question that matters: should you buy it?
The bottom line
So should you buy it?
The AIs’ #26 pick in Headphones. Critics back it at 4.3 / 5 — the machines place it at #26, outside their top picks.
Frequent rivals?
What it competes against.
- WF-C710NSonyMarshall leads 2–0 · 2 sharedRead
- WF-1000XM5SonyEven 1–1 · 2 sharedRead
- Galaxy Buds3 ProSamsungSamsung leads 2–0 · 2 sharedRead
- Air Pro 4EarFunEarFun leads 2–0 · 2 sharedRead
- QuietComfort EarbudsBoseBose leads 2–0 · 2 shared$149–$180Read
- Powerbeats Pro 2BeatsBeats leads 2–0 · 2 sharedRead
- EAH-AZ80TechnicsTechnics leads 2–0 · 2 sharedRead
Alternatives by price · Same field?
Same field, less money.
Frequently asked
What buyers want to know.
Marshall A.N.C. Earbuds - are they good?r/Earbuds
Buyers rate them 4.7 out of 5 overall and praise the Marshall sound signature, comfort, and durability. Sound quality scores highest at 4.8, but active noise cancellation is the weak point—some find it adequate while others say it falls short of what you'd expect at this price.
In the market for new wireless buds. Give me your opinion!r/Earbuds
The Motif II A.N.C. delivers strong audio with rich bass and clear midrange, and buyers consistently note the comfort and build quality. If noise cancellation is your priority, this model sits below higher-end options—but if you value sound and fit, owners say they're impressive.
Marshall motif 2r/Earbuds
The Marshall Motif II A.N.C. supports Bluetooth Multipoint, so you can connect to two devices at once. It also has Transparency mode to let outside sound in when you need awareness. Battery life averages 4.5 out of 5 in buyer ratings.
Multipoint tws earbuds that have an app that lets you select which device is playing?r/Earbuds
The Motif II A.N.C. has Multipoint support for connecting to two devices, though the grounding material does not detail app controls for device selection.
How does the noise cancellation compare to other wireless earbuds?
Reviewers note the ANC reduces ambient sound but is not as aggressive as premium models—some buyers who are used to stronger noise cancellation describe it as underwhelming. Others find it effective enough for music listening in busy environments.
What kind of sound do these headphones have?
Trusted reviewers describe clean performance with good midrange clarity and crisp high frequencies. Buyers highlight rich bass and vivid detail across tracks, with one noting the sound delivers full mids and sharp highs.
Source-tagged questions come verbatim from public forum threads · answers are ours
The recap
Where it stands today.
- PositionBest rank #26 across 2 intents tracked (slipped 2 this week).
- FootprintStrongest in Best Wireless Earbuds (#26). Weakest in Best AirPods Alternatives (#28).
- TraitsMost often described as “anc”.
- Closest rivalWF-C710N (2–0 across 2 shared intents).
- MakerBy Marshall — see how it ranks across other intents on its brand profile.
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