The best wireless headphones 2021: our pick of the best ways to cut the cord

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Thu, 24 Jun 2021 12:56:20 +0000

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These are the best wireless headphones, from over-ear cans to sporty true wireless earbuds.

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The best wireless headphones of 2021 include some of the most advanced audio devices weve ever seen. The best part? These wireless headphones come in all shapes and sizes, from the smallest earbuds to chunky over-ear headphones that'll make your music really sing.

So many options can mean its difficult to find the best wireless headphones for your needs, your budget, and your style and that's why weve created this guide to help. Weve spent the a long time trialling the best headphones on
the market, which means we know a thing or two about finding the perfect pair of wireless cans.

The best wireless headphones offer a mixture of fantastic connectivity, supreme audio quality, and slick designs and some of them even come with nifty extras, including active noise cancellation and AI assistants that you can control with your voice.

After a lot of testing, we believe the overall best wireless headphones you can buy right now are the Sony WH-1000XM4 . They're comfortable, they offer some of the best-sounding audio of any closed-back over-ear headphones, and they have a ton of features like active noise-cancellation and spatial audio. They're an all-around winner.

Whatever you're looking for, we're here to help you find the best wireless headphones for you and there are plenty of models to choose from. To help
you get started, we've divided our guide into wireless over-ear headphones, wireless earphones , and true wireless earbuds . These are the three main styles of wireless headphones so feel free to jump to whichever style fits your needs and budget. Try Amazon Music Unlimited with a FREE trial: US | UK
| AU The best over-ear wireless headphones (Image credit: Sony) 1. Sony WH-1000XM4

The best noise-cancelling headphones have a new winner Acoustic design:
Closed | Weight: 8.95 oz | Cable length: 3.94 ft | Frequency response: 4Hz to 40kHz | Drivers: 1.57-inch | Driver type: Dome-type | Sensitivity: 104.5 dB | Impedance: 47 ohm | Battery life: 30 hours | Wireless range: 30 meters (98ft) | NFC: Yes Improved noise-cancellation DSEE Extreme audio upscaling
Multipoint pairing Not water-resistant

The Sony WH-1000XM4 are the best wireless headphones you can buy, thanks to their excellent noise-cancellation, supreme sound quality, and lightweight wireless design.

While they don't look significantly different from their predecessors, the Sony WH-1000XM3 , a number of new features including multipoint pairing, DSEE Extreme upscaling, conversational awareness and auto-play/pause using a built-in sensor all help the WH-1000XM4 claim the title of best headphones overall in 2021.

By every possible metric, the Sony WH-1000XM4 are a wonderful pair of
wireless noise-cancelling headphones. They deliver exactly what they promise and then some thanks to their exceptional noise cancellation and cutting-edge codec support.

On top of the adjustments listed above, the Sony WH-1000XM4 support Sonys 360 Reality Audio format that enables spatial audio on stereo headphones plus the LDAC codec that can send a bitrate of up to 990 kbps. The unfortunate bit there, though, is that it no longer supports aptX or aptX HD, so your Hi-Res Audio support mileage may vary.

Read more: Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Headphones review (Image credit: Bose)
2. Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700

Bose's wireless noise-cancelling headphones are easily its best yet Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 0.64 lbs (289g) | Cable length: N/A | Frequency response: N/A | Drivers: 40mm | Driver type: Dynamic | Sensitivity: N/A | Impedance: N/A | Battery life: 20 hours | Wireless range: 100 meters (330 feet) | NFC: No Outstanding noise cancellation Fun, lively sound Battery life could be better More expensive than Sony

Bose has really outdone itself with the Headphones 700 and a big part of these cans appeal, is the sophistication of the noise cancellation they
offer, which is applied to your voice during phone calls, as well as your surroundings.

As an alternative to the Sony WH-1000XM4, these wireless headphones sound fantastic, with a vibrant, lively character and well-balanced soundstage and offer the same great noise-cancellation you'd expect from Bose.

They don't have the same dexterity as the WH-1000XM4 and the battery life is also 10 hours less than Sony headphones despite costing more, but they're perhaps the best wireless headphones for making calls with.

Read more: Bose Noise-Cancelling Headphones 700 review (Image credit:
Future) (Image credit: Bowers & Wilkins) 3. Bowers & Wilkins PX7 Wireless Headphones

Strong all-rounders Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 310g | Cable length: 1.2m | Frequency response: 10 30,000 Hz | Drivers: 43.6mm | Driver type:
Full range | Sensitivity: N/A | Impedance: 20 kOhms | Battery life: 30 hours
| Wireless range: N/A | NFC: N/A Best-in-class sound quality Competitive battery life Robust Bluetooth connection Earcups don't collapse

If youre looking for wireless headphones with active noise cancellation and you're not put off by the $399 / 349 / AU$600 price tag, the Bowers & Wilkins PX7 are well worth considering.

With sophisticated noise cancellation, much-improved sound quality, and a honed aesthetic, the PX7 could give any of the headphones on this list a run for their money.

Plus, they're packing aptX Adaptive for improved stability and latency
between the headphones and your device, as well as high-quality (24-bit) streaming aptX HD brought to the table.

Read more: Bowers & Wilkins PX7 Wireless Headphones review (Image credit: Jabra) 4. Jabra Elite 85H

Giving Sony and Bose a run for their money Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 296 grams | Cable length: N/A | Frequency response: 10-20kHz | Drivers: 40mm
| Driver type: Dynamic | Sensitivity: N/A | Impedance: N/A | Battery life: 36 hours | Wireless range: 10m (33ft.) | NFC: N/A Class-leading battery life Excellent ANC performance Stylish and comfortable Lacks support for high-end codecs

Offering class-leading battery life, terrific style and plenty of personalization when it comes to sound profiles, the Elite 85h are easy to recommend. That said, purists will bemoan the lack of high-end codec support and there are punchier wireless headphones on the market at this price point.

When you consider that Jabras Elite 85h headphones are the companys first attempt at premium wireless ANC headphones, the result is quite commendable. We cant wait to see what the companys next premium ANC headphones will accomplish.

If you want an alternative to Sony's WH-1000XM4, these wireless headphones
are a great choice.

Read more: Jabra Elite 85H review (Image credit: Bose) 5. Bose QuietComfort 35 II

Premium wireless headphones that include Google Assistant Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 0.68 pounds | Cable length: 3.94 feet | Frequency response: N/A | Drivers: N/A | Driver type: N/A | Sensitivity: N/A | Impedance: N/A | Battery life: 20+ hours | Wireless range: N/A | NFC: Yes Broad and clear soundstage Amazing noise cancellation Active EQ an acquired taste Boring
looks

Bose took the already-excellent QC35 and updated them with Google Assistant . This means you still get the class-leading noise cancellation Bose is known for, good sound quality, and incredible comfort.Said simply, these wireless headphones sound great and their battery life is long enough for all but the longest of flights.

Despite the popularity of the QC35s, Bose has shaken things up by releasing a totally new wireless noise-cancelling headphones model, with a focus on sleek design and breakthrough audio tech: the Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700
. They may not have pipped Sony to the top spot of the best noise-cancelling headphones, but they're still a fantastic pair of over-ear headphones, coming in at number two.

Read more: Bose QuietComfort 35 II review (Image credit: Philips) 6. Philips PH805

Premium wireless headphones without the premium price Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: N/A | Cable length: N/A | Frequency response: 7 40,000Hz |
Drivers: 40mm | Driver type: Dynamic | Sensitivity: 90 dB | Impedance: 16
Ohms | Battery life: 30 hours | Wireless range: 33ft | NFC: N/A Well made
Good battery life Punchy, controlled, and detailed sound Noise cancelation could be more effective

At $199 / 160 (around AU$290) the Philips PH805 offer exceptional value for money. These are wireless headphones, using Bluetooth 5 for connectivity so high-resolution audio playback should be achievable.

Using a single Lithium-Ion cell for up to 30 hours of playback time from a single charge, the Philips PH805 have active noise cancellation on board, administered by a couple of mics on each earcup.

Read more: Philips PH805 review (Image credit: Apple) 7. Apple AirPods Max

The perfect headphones for Apple devotees Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 350g | Cable length: N/A | Frequency response: N/A | Drivers: 40mm | Driver type: Dynamic | Sensitivity: N/A | Impedance: N/A | Battery life: 20 hours | Wireless range: N/A | NFC: Yes Unbelievable audio performance Fantastic user experience Brilliant extra features for iOS Great noise cancellation Very expensive No 3.5mm audio port Limited features for Android Ineffective carrying case

The release of the Apple AirPods Max represented the highest-profile headphones launch for some time, having been the subject of rumor and speculation for two years, and come with active noise cancellation, superb audio quality, and a design that sets them apart from most noise-cancelling headphones on the market.

While their exceptional audio performance and class-leading ANC impresses, they're let down by their eye-watering price, baffling carrying case, and
lack of support for Hi-Res Audio codecs.

Despite their high price, the AirPods Max arent exactly aimed at the audiophile crowd, owing to their lack of 3.5mm audio port; instead, these
cans are squarely targeted at card-carrying members of the Apple ecosystem, with nifty features for iOS users and an unmistakably Apple design.

For Android users, the AirPods Max are simply a high-performance pair of noise-cancelling headphones with an unusual design, as fantastic as they may sound and for these users, we can't see how the high price is justified.

But, if you've already bought into the Apple ecosystem, you have a lot of money to burn, and you don't care about Hi-Res Audio, you won't find headphones that sound better or are easier to use than the AirPods Max.

Read more: Apple AirPods Max review (Image credit: Sennheiser) 8. Sennheiser Momentum 3 Wireless

Over-ear headphones that don't skimp on the smart features Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: N/A | Cable length: N/A | Frequency response: 6Hz to 22kHz | Drivers: 42mm | Driver type: N/A | Sensitivity: N/A | Impedance: N/A |
Battery life: 17 hours | Wireless range: N/A | NFC: Yes Brilliant audio quality Cool design Customizable settings Battery life isnt great More expensive than rivals

These Sennheiser over-ear wireless headphones sound fantastic, with high levels of detail, warm bass, and natural-sounding highs.

Customizable noise cancellation is a great touch, though it doesn't quite reach the class-leading standards set by Sony and Bose. Battery life also doesn't compete with the Sony WH-1000XM4s, and they're more expensive to
boot.

So, why buy the Sennheiser Momentum 3 Wireless? Well, if built-in Tile tracking appeals to you, and you like the industrial design and premium materials of the Momentum Wireless, that could be reason enough and if you
do opt for them over the Sony model, you wont be missing out on any audio quality. In that respect, theyre truly matched.

Read more: Sennheiser Momentum Wireless (2019) review (Image credit: AKG) 9. AKG N60NC Wireless

Wireless noise-cancellation from another mid-range master Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 199.4g | Cable length: N/A | Frequency response: 10-22,000Hz | Drivers: N/A | Driver type: N/A | Sensitivity: 111dB SPL/V@1kHz |
Impedance: 32 ohms | Battery life: 15 hours | Wireless range: N/A | NFC: No Great sound Compact design Not the most comfortable Initially confusing controls

The AKG N60NC Wireless sound like a pair of headphones that should be much more expensive than they are.

At their mid-range price point these wireless headphones offer fantastic
value for money, with great sound quality and a level of noise-cancellation performance that's on a level with the much more premium entries on this
list.

Our biggest issue with these headphones is the fact that they're on-ear
rather than over-ear, meaning that we found that they got uncomfortable over longer periods.

Regardless, the benefit of this is that this is a fantastically compact pair of headphones, and if you're willing to make the trade-off then these are great for the price.

Read more: AKG N60NC Wireless review (Image credit: TechRadar) 10. JBL Tune 750BTNC

Quality noise-cancelling headphones for a great price Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 220g | Cable length: N/A | Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz | Drivers: 40mm | Driver type: N/A | Sensitivity: 95dB | Impedance: 32 ohms | Battery life: 15 - 22 hours | Wireless range: 30ft (10m) | NFC: No Good sound quality Strong active noise cancelation No waterproofing Average battery life

JBL is a popular name in the world of wirelessheadphonesand Bluetooth
speakers , and rightly so. Solidly dependable, consumers know what to expect from the brand decent sound quality for a decent price.

That's what we found with the JBL Live 650BTNC last year and now, ready to take their place are the JBL Tune 750BTNC, a superior successor to the 650BTNC's as a high-spec and well-priced set ofover-ear headphones.

The JBL Tune 750BTNC sound great, look great, and they fit well. Reliable and easy to use, you might miss waterproofing and a few minor features but at this price, it feels foolish to complain too readily.

Read more: JBL Tune 750BTNC review (Image credit: Microsoft) 11. Microsoft Surface Headphones 2

Warm sound and great noise cancellation Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 0.64Ibs | Cable length: 3.94 ft | Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz |
Drivers: 40mm | Driver type: Free Edge | Sensitivity: 115 dB | Impedance:
N/A | Battery life: 20 hours | Wireless range: 30 ft | NFC: No Warm, wide soundstage Great controls Sound could be more detailed Slightly boring look

The Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 are the tech giants second pair ofnoise-cancelling headphones, and they offer a ton of great improvements
over the original Surface Headphones , while retaining some of their best qualities.

In spite of those improvements which includes a longer battery life and a more comfortable design the Surface Headphones 2 are considerably cheaper than their predecessors, making them the obvious choice if youre trying to choose between the two.

That lower price also makes them a great alternative to theSony WH-1000XM4 especially as theyve retained the winning design features of the original Surface Headphones, with built-in dials on each earcup to control your music and the active noise cancellation.

Read more: Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 review (Image credit: Shure) 12. Shure AONIC 50

Shure has finally joined the wireless noise-cancelling party Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 0.7 Ibs | Cable length: N/A | Frequency response: 20Hz to 22kHz | Drivers: 50mm | Driver type: Dynamic | Sensitivity: 98 dB | Impedance: 39 Ohms | Battery life: 20 hours | Wireless range: 30 ft | NFC: No Expansive, convincing sound Sturdy construction Good ANC Humdrum physical interface

There are some gaps in specification compared to their most obvious rivals like the Sony WH-1000XM4, but where it really counts sound quality the
Shure AONIC 50 need no excuses made for them.

The Shure AONIC 50 sport a wireless, active noise-cancelling over-ear design, selling at a premium price to compete with the likes of the Sony headphones and theBose NC 700 Headphones.

Ultimately, while you won't find every feature under the sun here, the Shure AONIC 50 are laser-focused on delivering the best sound quality of almost any noise-cancelling headphones we've tested - so if you're after audiophile sound, these could be the best wireless headphones for you.

Read more: Shure AONIC 50 review (Image credit: Urbanista) 13. Urbanista Miami

Budget noise-cancelling headphones with a bassy sound Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: N/A | Cable length: N/A | Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz | Drivers: 40mm | Driver type: Moving coil | Sensitivity: 107 dB | Impedance: 32 Ohm | Battery life: 40 hours | Wireless range: N/A | NFC: N/A Cool design Extended bass response Excellent battery life and connectivity Noise cancellation isnt the best Audio could be more detailed

Urbanista exceeded our expectations with its first pair of noise-cancelling over-ear headphones theyre easily recommendable for those on a budget, who dont want to sacrifice style or sound performance. Noise cancellation itself isnt the best on the market, and while the audio could be more detailed, an extended bass response makes the Urbanista Miami ideal for pop and RnB. Battery life and connectivity are also excellent for the price, making these
a great alternative to pricier models such as the Sony WH-1000XM4 or the
Apple AirPods Max.

Read more: Urbanista Miami review (Image credit: Jabra) 14. Jabra Elite 45h

The best value wireless on-ear headphones you can buy Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 160g | Cable length: 300mm | Frequency response: 20Hz-20,000Hz | Drivers: 40mm | Driver type: N/A | Sensitivity: N/A | Impedance: N/A |
Battery life: 50 hours | Wireless range: 10m | NFC: N/A Balanced sound Impressive battery life Leaky sound Iffy call quality

For just $79 / 69/ AU$99, Jabra has wrapped Bluetooth 5 connectivity, 40mm full-range dynamic drivers and a smattering of physical push-button controls in a wireless on-ear frame unlike the over-ear Jabra Elite 85h in this list. Faux leather and memory foam, combined with winningly un-creaky plastic, make for a comfortable fit (even if the earpads themselves absorb ear-heat quite quickly and then give it straight back).

Theres voice control available from Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant , or Siri. Jabras Sound+ control app even walks you through a brief hearing test to establish exactly how the EQs should be set to best suit your ears. By the standards of overtly affordable headphones , the Elite 45h are
feature-packed.

Read more: Jabra Elite 45h review Best wireless headphones 2021: over-ear headphones Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Headphones Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 Bowers & Wilkins PX7 Wireless Headphones Jabra Elite 85H Bose QuietComfort 35 II Philips PH805 Apple AirPods Max Sennheiser Momentum 3 Wireless AKG N60NC Wireless JBL Tune 750BTNC Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Shure AONIC 50 Urbanista Miami Jabra Elite 45h Wireless vs true wireless: what's the difference?

Wireless headphones are traditional over-ear or on-ear headphones without
the wire the two earcups are connected by a headband.

Wireless earbuds have existed for a while now, basically since Bluetooth was invented.Though battery-powered and not physically connected to your phone, they have a cord connecting both buds and sometimes a band around the neck too. Check out the best wireless earbuds for more.

True wireless earbuds have no cord whatsoever. While wireless allows us to wear headphones a few feet away from our music players, True Wireless cuts
the cord between the earbuds, giving us true freedom.If you're looking to go full wireless, we also have a round-up of the best true wireless headphones .

Check out TechRadar's exhaustive guides to the best headphones to buy today including the best on-ear headphones and the best in-ear headphones .

For some more specialist pairs, take a look at our guides to the best wireless headphones , best true wireless earbuds , best wireless earbuds ,
and the best noise-cancelling headphones .

Need a specific brand? We have guides to the best Sony headphones , the best Bose headphones , and the best Apple headphones . For those on a budget, you can eschew the expensive brands in favor of the best cheap headphones and
best budget wireless earbuds .

Looking for some headphones you can work out with? Check out our guides to the best swimming headphones , the best workout headphones , and the best running headphones . The best in-ear wireless headphones

Wireless earbuds have existed for a while now, basically since Bluetooth was invented.Though battery-powered and not physically connected to your phone, they have a cord connecting both buds and sometimes a band around the neck too.

Here are our top picks for the form factor: (Image credit: NuraLoop) 1. NuraLoop headphones

Improving on aural perfection Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 25g | Frequency response: 20Hz - 20 kHz | Drivers: 8.6mm | Driver type: Dynamic | Sensitivity: N/A | Impedance: N/A | Battery life: 16 hours | wireless range: N/A | NFC: No Rich, adaptive audio ANC and social mode Rugged, sweatproof desig Stiff neckband can get in the way

NuraLoop boils down the essence of the company's first product, the Nuraphone , into a much more compact, rugged, and affordable package, and doesn't lose much in the process.

The star of the show is its adaptive audio technology, which automatically determines a listening profile for the user and feeds them well-balanced,
lush sound as a result.

On top of this, features like active noise-cancelling, social mode, an IPX3 rating, Immersion mode, a great battery life, and the ability to attach an analog cable for 3.5mm headphone jacks makes this pair of Bluetooth earbuds truly shine.

Read more: NuraLoop headphones review (Image credit: Optoma) 2. Optoma NuForce BE Sport4

Practically flawless wireless earbuds Acoustic design: closed | Weight: 15 gram | Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz | Drivers: 6 mm | Driver type: dynamic | Sensitivity: 92 dB +/-3 dB at 1 kHz | Impedance: 32 Ohm | Battery life: 10 hours | wireless range: 10 m (33ft) | NFC: No Impressive audio Customized eartips Practical design Not suited to one-ear listening

The NuForce BE Sport4 wireless earbuds are that rare find: wireless earbuds that are good for basically all situations, whether you're looking to take them out on a run or just wear them around town.

They're ideal for exercise, although any urbanite will also find their lightweight functionality and impressive sound isolation highly appealing. If you want proof that Bluetooth earbuds can now compete with the best of them, look no further.

Read more: Optoma NuForce BE Sport4 review (Image credit: Bowers & Wilkins) 3. Bowers & Wilkins PI3 Wireless Headphones

Neckbuds with phenomenal sound Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 31g | Frequency response: 10Hz - 30kHz | Drivers: 9.2mm | Driver type: N/A | Sensitivity: 96 dB | Impedance: N/A | Battery life: 8 hours | NFC: No Comfortable design Excellent sound quality No waterproofing Average battery life

The Bowers & Wilkins PI3 are the first neckband wireless earbuds for the company, and they're a great start. Well-designed, comfy, and simple to use, they sound really good, too.

Thanks to dual drivers, these buds sound fantastic, with crisp highs, lively mids, and plenty of powerful bass. Look past the fairly unremarkable battery life and limited features, and you'll be mostly very impressed by what these offer.

Read more: Bowers & Wilkins PI3 Wireless Headphones review (Image credit: Sennheiser) 4. Sennheiser CX Sport wireless earphones

No fuss buds with fantastic audio Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 15g | Frequency response: 17Hz - 21kHz | Drivers: N/A | Driver type: Dynamic | Sensitivity: 112 dB | Impedance: 28 Ohm | Battery life: 6 hours | wireless range: 50 m (150ft) | NFC: No Fantastic audio quality Sports-friendly design Not the cheapest option Mids could be richer

If the most important aspect of wireless earphones for you is the audio quality, these wireless earbuds from Sennheiser could be a fantastic choice.

With a lively, bass-heavy presentation, and a comfortable fit, the Sennheiser CX Sport Bluetooth earbuds can really bolster your workout through sound quality alone.

They have a battery life of six hours, which means they'll last you all day, whether you're wearing them on your commute or taking them out for a jog.

Read more: Sennheiser CX Sport Wireless earphones review (Image credit: OnePlus) 5. OnePlus Bullets Wireless 2

Amazing wireless earphones for the price Acoustic design: closed | Weight: 13 gram | Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz | Drivers: 6 mm | Driver type: dynamic | Sensitivity: 96 dB +/-3 dB at 1 kHz | Impedance: 16 Ohms | Battery life: 8 hours | wireless range: N/A | NFC: No Magnetic on/off switch Lively sound Strong wireless connection Terrible carrying case

OnePlus is most known for its flagship killer phones like the OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro ,, but the company also makes headphones the best example of which are the companys excellent Bullets Wireless 2, which offer an
incredible value in the neck-bud headphone category.

In terms of audio quality, they boast a lively sonic presentation and an accurate-feeling soundstage, although bass-heads may want to look elsewhere for headphones that pack a bassier punch.

They're comfortable to wear too, but it's just a shame that they don't have a waterproof rating and the inline remote is so fiddly, because otherwise they could make a decent pair of running headphones .

They may be $30 more expensive than their predecessors, but the improved battery life and sound quality makes up for that; it also makes it worth upgrading if you have the originals and are due a new pair of wireless earbuds.

Read more: OnePlus Bullets Wireless 2 review (Image credit: SoundMagic) 6. SoundMAGIC E11BT

Magic bullets that sound deceptively good Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 24.7g | Cable length: N/A | Frequency response: 20 - 20,000Hz | Drivers: 10mm | Driver type: Dynamic, Neodymium | Sensitivity: 100dB | Impedance: 42 ohms | Battery life: 20 hours | Wireless range: 13m | NFC: No Fantastic price
Elegant design Comfortable Treble tones can sound harsh

The SoundMagic E11BTs are an extremely capable pair of wireless in-ear earphones, and given their low price, it really is difficult to fault them
the audio quality is fantastic and they look very elegant.

They're comfortable to wear thanks to ergonomically designed eartips and a flat neckband that wont irritate you while running or working out and with
an IPX4 rating, they should withstand sweaty sessions.

Read more: SoundMAGIC E11BT (Image credit: Jaybird) 7. Jaybird Tarah Pro

Well-crafted wireless earbuds for endurance athletes Acoustic design: closed
| Weight: 18 grams | Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz | Drivers: 6 mm | Driver type: dynamic | Sensitivity: 95 dB +/-3 dB at 1 kHz | Impedance: 16 Ohms | Battery life: 8 hours | wireless range: N/A | NFC: No Excellent adaptable sound Durable and compact design Proprietary charging dock Fiddly eartips

The Jaybird Tarah Pro headphones are wireless sport headphones for the endurance runners, athletes and fitness nuts out there. With a neck cable to keep the earbuds together, they arent quite true wireless, but will be practical for those concerned about dropping and losing a costly earbud in
the heat of a race or training session.

As the first in Jaybirds new Pro range of Bluetooth earbuds and aimed at offering higher quality audio and materials, the Tarah Pro will suit anyone not willing to sacrifice audio quality in harsher outdoor conditions or
indoor workouts and who don't mind spending a bit more to get a premium product.

Read more: Jaybird Tarah Pro review (Image credit: Jaybird) 8. Jaybird X4 Wireless Bluetooth Headphones

Compact comfort, good quality, competitive price Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 14.7g | Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz | Drivers: 6 mm | Driver type: N/A | Sensitivity: 99 dB +/-3 dB at 1 kHz | Impedance: 16 Ohms |
Battery life: 8 hours | Wireless range: 10m / 33ft | NFC: No Excellent adaptable sound Durable and compact design Proprietary charging dock Button lag

Now committed to a yearly refresh of the popular mid-range model, the Jaybird X4 manage to outdo both the previous Jaybird X2 and Jaybird X3 wireless Bluetooth earphones, with an upgraded IPX7 water-resistance rating. Whether you're sweating buckets or running doggedly through the rain, the X4 will be able to cope with it.

The Jaybird X4s also manage to keep the series' surprisingly good sound.
These earphones are certainly fitness first, but that doesn't mean the other things people look for in a pair of earphones you know, like music have fallen by the wayside.

Jaybird's excellent app also provides easy EQ customization as well as the ability to make your own sound profile, with various ear tip sizes to boot. A great all round choice for runner who don't want to skimp on sound or be
wary of the weather.

Alternatively if you're after an even more premium experience, the Jaybird Tarah Pro earbuds offer higher-quality audio and materials for a somewhat higher $159 139 / AU$229 price tag.

Although we're still big fans of the Jaybird X4 headphones, take a look at
the Jaybird Vista true headphones further down the list they're our top pick if you're in the market for a pair of true wireless earbuds.

Read more: Jaybird X4 review (Image credit: Beats) 9. Beats X

Good-sounding wireless earbuds that can charge in five minutes Acoustic design: closed | Weight: N/A | Frequency response: N/A | Drivers: N/A |
Driver type: N/A | Sensitivity: N/A | Impedance: N/A | Battery life: 8 hours
| wireless range: N/A | NFC: No Balanced sound signature Quick Charge feature Relatively expensive Lacking in clarity

Beats haven't always gotten the best rap when it comes to audio performance, but the Beats X is trying to set the record straight. The Beats X hence make up for their slightly bassy, confined sound with a rock solid connection and
a pairing process that, on iOS devices at least, is as painless as it's possible to be.

If youre shopping for a no-fuss pair of Bluetooth earbuds that charge in 5 minutes, work well with iOS and dont mind spending a little extra money on them, the Beats X are for you.

Read more: Beats X review (Image credit: Beats) 10. Beats PowerBeats

Revamped fitness-focussed Powerbeats Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 26.3g
| Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz | Drivers: N/A | Driver type: N/A | Sensitivity: N/A | Impedance: N/A | Battery life: 15 hours | Wireless range: 10m (33ft) | NFC: No Great battery life Good wireless range Fit could be better High price

The latest Powerbeats are a thoughtful evolution of Beats' wireless workout earbuds. They're missing a few niceties like active noise-reduction and may potentially feel less comfortable than some competitors, but by and large they're a decent cheap alternative to Apples higher-end in-ear headphones.

After spending some time with them, it's clear that the new Beats Powerbeats is a significant upgrade on the company's wireless workout earbuds, offering
a sound quality lifted directly from the Beats Powerbeats Pro , an IPX4
rating and Apples H1 Wireless Chip that can summon Siri with the sound of
your voice.

What we don't like about them is that the fit can be tough to get right and even slightly uncomfortable when you wear them for an extended period.

Read more: Beats Powerbeats review The best wireless headphones 2021
(in-ear) NuraLoop headphones Optoma NuForce BE Sport4 Bowers & Wilkins Pi3 Sennheiser CX Sport OnePlus Bullets Wireless 2 SoundMAGIC E11 BT Jaybird
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