The Best Wireless Headphones for 2024

Pros

Rich bass response and crisp, detailed highs
Adjustable in-app EQ
Excellent noise cancellation
Top-tier mic clarity
Case supports wireless charging
Hands-free Alexa and Google Assistant

Cons

Expensive
Some bloat in companion app

Pros & Cons

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Best Headphones for Audiophiles

4.5 Outstanding

Sony WH-1000XM5

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Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones pair top-notch noise cancellation with class-leading audio quality in a comfortable, attractive design.

Pros

Excellent audio performance with robust bass depth and crisp highs
Top-notch active noise cancellation
Intuitive on-ear controls
App offers an adjustable EQ and other customization settings
Comfortable, stylish design

Cons

Expensive

Best Headphones for Noise Cancellation

4.5 Outstanding

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones

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The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones pump out robust sound and offer the best noise cancellation of any over-ear models we've tested.

Pros

Class-leading active noise cancellation
Crisp audio with rich bass
Adjustable EQ
Immersive audio modes with spatial effects

Cons

Expensive
Adaptive noise cancellation might cause ear pressure

Best Earphones for Noise Cancellation

4.5 Outstanding

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds

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The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds offer the best in-ear noise cancellation you can get, with more immersive audio features and better Bluetooth codec support than their predecessors.

Pros

Best-in-class noise cancellation
Crisp, full-bodied audio
Active Aware feature blends noise cancellation and transparency modes
Spatial audio support with head tracking
Good Bluetooth codec support

Cons

Case doesn’t support wireless charging
No multipoint connectivity

Best Sound Under $100

4.0 Excellent

Audio-Technica ATH-M20xBT

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You shouldn't expect any extras from the wireless Audio-Technica ATH-M20xBT headphones, but they offer an excellent, accurate sound signature with lovely amounts of detail.

Pros

Affordable
Excellent accuracy, especially in sub-bass range
Comfortable fit
Strong battery life

Cons

A bit light on features
No AptX support

Best Earphones for iPhone Users

4.5 Outstanding

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) With MagSafe Charging Case (USB‑C)

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The second-generation AirPods Pro are the top true wireless earphones for Apple users thanks to their exceptional noise cancellation, excellent sound quality, and USB-C case.

Pros

Rich, well-balanced audio performance
Excellent active noise cancellation
Conversation Aware feature adjusts your music volume when you speak
Charging case has a built-in speaker, USB-C port
Seamless integration with Apple devices

Cons

No hi-res codec support
EQ presets aren't adjustable

Best for Wired Listening Mode

4.0 Excellent

Shure Aonic 50 Gen 2

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The noise-cancelling Shure Aonic 50 Gen 2 headphones offer commendable battery life and produce clear, highly customizable sound over both wired and wireless connections.

Pros

Accurate sound with rich lows and detailed highs
Excellent Bluetooth codec support
Optional wired playback
Top-notch EQ
Better battery life than predecessors

Cons

Noise cancellation is merely decent
Convoluted controls

Best for Battery Life

4.0 Excellent

Urbanista Los Angeles

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The stylish Urbanista Los Angeles headphones deliver deep bass, sculpted highs, and solid active noise cancellation in a unique design that supports solar-powered charging.

Pros

Solar-powered charging
Impressive audio performance with rich, deep bass and crisp highs
Quality noise cancellation for the price
Stylish design

Cons

No in-app EQ
Noise cancellation slightly impacts sound signature

Best Noise-Cancelling Earphones Under $100

4.0 Excellent

Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC

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The Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC true wireless earphones deliver on multiple fronts, with a rich sound signature, impressive noise cancellation, and a standout companion app for a reasonable price.

Pros

Potent bass depth with bright highs
Commendable noise cancellation for the price
LDAC support for Android users
Capable companion app includes EQ

Cons

Default sound signature has noticeable sculpting
Average water-resistance rating

Best Headphones for iPhone Users

4.0 Excellent

Apple AirPods Max

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Apple's AirPods Max headphones deliver excellent audio performance, top-notch noise cancellation, and a bevy of useful features in an absolutely gorgeous design for a bit too much money.

Pros

Excellent audio performance with rich lows and crisp, detailed highs
High-quality active noise cancellation, especially for low-frequency rumble
Stunning, unique design
Adaptive EQ and Spatial audio
Hands-free Siri access

Cons

Expensive
Sound signature and Adaptive EQ/spatial audio aren't for purists
No user-adjustable EQ
Button placement makes it easy to misfire when adjusting fit
Smart Case does little to protect the headphones

Best Affordable Earphones for Workouts

4.0 Excellent

JBL Endurance Peak 3

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The budget-friendly, fully waterproof JBL Endurance Peak 3 earphones are ideal for exercise thanks to their secure fit and serious bass thump.

Pros

Powerful, bass-forward sound signature
Fully waterproof, dust-tight design
Highly adjustable and effective in-app EQ
Strong battery life

Cons

Massive, hard-to-open charging case
Annoying auto-off function