Becky Scarrott

Becky Scarrott

Audio Editor

Becky became Audio Editor in 2024, but joined TechRadar in 2022 as Senior Staff Writer, focusing on all things audio and hi-fi. Before joining the team, she spent three years at What Hi-Fi? testing, reviewing and generally enjoying everything from wallet-friendly wireless earbuds to huge, multi-product high-end sound systems. Prior to gaining her MA in Journalism in 2018, Becky freelanced as an arts critic alongside a 22-year career as a professional dancer and aerialist – any love of dance is of course tethered to a love of music. Becky has previously contributed to Stuff, FourFourTwo and The Stage. 

When not writing, she is usually throwing shapes in a dance studio, spinning in the air to improve the tolerance of her inner ear to dizziness, drinking coffee, watching football or trying to surf in Cornwall with her other half; an irritatingly good surfer and an even better football writer. 

Articles by: Becky Scarrott

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The best wireless headphones, chosen by our experts for all budgets

By Becky Scarrott Last updated

These are the best Bluetooth headphones we've tested, whatever your budget or your priority.

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The best noise-cancelling earbuds for all budgets, chosen by a TechRadar expert based on real-world testing

By Becky Scarrott Last updated

Updated The best noise-cancelling earbuds block out the world without the bulk of over-ear headphones – here are our top recommendations based on in-house testing

AirPods Max 2 and Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 in a split-screen configuration

Apple AirPods Max 2 vs Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2: two noise-cancelling flagship headphones, one winner for design, sound, ANC and value

By Becky Scarrott Published

I find the ultimate winner — just in time for those Prime Day deals

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Worried about your child's ears this festival season? These award-winning cans are the first noise-cancelling kids' headphones to receive TÜV Hearing Care Protection Certification and given recent stats on child hearing health, I think we need them

By Becky Scarrott Published

Tribit's sister company iClever just released a set of child-specific cans that are scooping up awards — and given recent stats on child hearing health, I think we need them

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Best headphones in 2026: all real-world tested by our experts

By Becky Scarrott Last updated

Updated Here’s our pick of the best headphones you can buy today with top cans to suit your style and your budget.

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The best cheap headphones, all tested by our reviewers

By Becky Scarrott Last updated

Updated Want a decent pair of budget earbuds or headphones without breaking the bank? Here are the best cheap headphones available today.

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Justin Bieber just teased new Bluetooth speakers under his SKYLRK brand and actually, they look like something I wish B&O would do

By Becky Scarrott Published

Like baby, baby, baby no — these really are Justin Bieber speakers and headphones.

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What are the best Bluetooth speakers money can buy? I’ve tested more than 30 models, and these are my top picks for every budget

By Harry Padoan Last updated

Updated Looking for the best Bluetooth speaker money can buy? Here are the top portable speakers on the market right now, all TechRadar tested.

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ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories, from Sony's State of Play to Nvidia's game-changing chip

By Hamish Hector Published

The week's biggest tech news stories from Nvidia, Lego, Android, WiiM and more for June 6, 2026.

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Two DACs for wildly different budgets unveiled at High End, from iFi's pocketable pal to AMR's 'price on request' hunk of hi-res conversion

By Becky Scarrott Published

Could you get any further apart yet stay within the hi-res DAC realm? AMR and iFi prove there's something for every music lover at High End, despite the show's name.

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Ruark's new music console and slimline speakers are the CD playing, vinyl spinning, hi-res music streaming system your small apartment craves

By Becky Scarrott Published

Ruark is back and celebrating its 40th anniversary with a heritage-look system that's anything but heritage when it comes to connectivity and hi-res music

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Clearaudio just unveiled a stunning Rammstein turntable and truly, ich will!

By Becky Scarrott Published

Clearaudio has unveiled a whopping seven new products at High End Vienna, but top of the pile has got to be this limited edition Rammstein turntable

KLH Model Four speakers in a hi-fi listening room

'Finally, heritage-look speakers without the elite asking fee': KLH's Model Four floorstanders come with a decidedly retro 1970s price — and I want them

By Becky Scarrott Published

KLH's Model Four speaker is here, bridging the gap between the Model Three and Model Five — but more importantly, making it onto my most-wanted list.

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'Doubtless the best noise-cancelling iPhone headphones on the planet': I tested AirPods Max 2 and they really are that good — here's why

By Becky Scarrott Published

Recommended

AirPods Max 2's strong resemblance to the originals might have some fans disappointed given the wait, but sonically, and in terms of features, I have to hand it to Apple — man, they're good… 

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The best stereo speakers: top speaker systems for all budgets, tested by our experts

By Becky Scarrott Last updated

Buying Guide The best stereo speakers to deck out your home audio system.

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The best Bose headphones and earbuds, all tested and rated by our experts

By Becky Scarrott Last updated

Updated In this guide, we test and recommend the best Bose headphones, from wireless over-ear headphones to noise cancelling earbuds.

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Best Sonos speakers and soundbars, as rated by our expert reviewers

By Matt Bolton Last updated

Updated We've tested the best Sonos speakers to bring you a definitive list of the top speakers and soundbars available.

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The best open earbuds, all real-world tested by TechRadar: open-fit buds to stay aware of your surroundings

By Becky Scarrott Last updated

Stay aware with the best open-ear headphones and air-conduction buds for running outdoors, sports, yoga and more.

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The best over-ear headphones for any budget, all tested by our experts

By Becky Scarrott Last updated

Updated Looking for the best-sounding headphones? These are the cans you need to get more from your music.

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The best DAB radio: the top digital radios to buy, all tested by our experts

By Becky Scarrott Last updated

The best DAB radios combine old-school 'wireless' radio concepts with new digital tech – here are our top picks.

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Best headphones for TV: home theater without the speakers, all tested by our experts

By Matt Bolton Last updated

Buying guide Meet the best headphones for movies or TV viewing, with specialized features such as Dolby Atmos spatial audio.

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The best AirPlay speakers, all tested by TechRadar, and perfect for Apple-using music lovers

By Becky Scarrott Last updated

Buying Guide Here are the best AirPlay speakers to stream audio from your iPhone, iPad or MacBook using Apple AirPlay 2.

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The best travel headphones for all budgets, chosen by our jet-setting reviewers based on real-world testing

By Matt Bolton Last updated

Mute planes, trains and automobiles with our top travel headphones and earbuds, from Sony, Bose and more

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Dune is the new worldwide music platform aiming to fix Spotify's artist income problem — and the band you love? Probably loves it

By Becky Scarrott Published

This new music platform is like Spotify and Kickstarter rolled into one — and one of my all-time favorite bands is launching music exclusively on it.

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Record Store Day 2026 starts soon! The date, the top vinyl drops, and everything else you need to know

By Becky Scarrott Last updated

RSD happens but once a year, and it's a refreshing return to bricks-and-mortar-store shopping for vinyl — so you'll want to be ready

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