Headphones

Most people listen to their music through headphones today – so you want to make sure you’re getting the best pair you can. We test headphones of all kinds, ranging from true wireless earbuds to premium wired over-ear headphones, so no matter what style you prefer, or what your budget is, you can find something that’ll help you enjoy your music more.
True wireless earbuds are the most popular kind today, especially Apple’s AirPods, because they’re just so convenient and small – there’s no harm in taking them everywhere. And these days they come with great features such as active noise cancellation at cheaper and cheaper prices – while at the high-end, they keep taking big leaps in audio quality.
The classic style of headphone, meanwhile, keeps getting smarter, with more wireless models including app support so you can tweak their features, and customize the sound to exactly what you prefer.
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Want to stand out from the crowd? Here are the 5 most stylish headphones I've tested
By Harry Padoan published
Great sound quality is important, but so are dashing looks – these 5 headphone models are among the most stylish that money can buy.

I don’t care what Google says, wired headphones sound better, are more planet-friendly and (as this USB-C set proves) look better too
By Becky Scarrott published
As if to hit back at Google’s lengthy dunk on wired headphones, the most beautiful USB-C pair of cans I’ve ever seen just landed in my inbox – for $68

The AirPods Pro 3 are rumored to be launching very soon – with one key upgrade
By David Nield published
We might finally see successors to the Apple AirPods Pro 2 in the next few months, so watch this space.

The excellent Sonos Ace headphones return to a record-low price for Labor Day
By Jessica Reyes published
A big discount on top Dolby Atmos headphones

Noble FoKus Amadeus review: regal wireless earbuds that combine death-proof battery capacity with a gloriously tactile sound profile
By James Grimshaw published
The Noble FoKus Amadeus ANC earbuds combine serious run time with a gloriously tactile sound profile

4 reasons why Google Pixel Buds 2a may be the $129 earbuds to beat in 2025 – and one key way they disappoint
By Becky Scarrott last updated
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The best noise cancelling headphones 2025
By Becky Scarrott last updated
We've tested and selected the best noise cancelling headphones to keep the world out and your music in.

Shokz OpenDots One review: reliable clip-on headphones that undercut the Bose in the best way
By Tom Bedford published
The Shokz OpenDots One offer a comfortable and reliable fit, decent sound quality and a price tag that won't break the bank.
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