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These are the best wireless headphones you can get right now.

	Rating	Price	Battery	Design	Foldable	Mic & Controls	More info
Sony WH-1000XM4 Best overall	4.7	Under $350	30 hours	Over-ear, closed-back	checkmark	checkmark	Review
Sennheiser Momentum 3 Wireless Runner-up	4.3	Under $340	17 hours	Over-ear, closed-back	checkmark	checkmark	Review
Apple AirPods Max Best high-end	4.3	Under $400	20 Hours	Over-ear, closed-back	cross	checkmark	Review
Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 Best Bose	4.5	Under $380	20 hours	Over-ear, closed-back	cross	checkmark	Review
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 Best earbuds	4.3	Under $270	7 hours + 28h in case	True wireless	cross	checkmark	Review
Apple AirPods Pro Best TWS for Apple	4.8	Under $250	5 hours + 24h in case	True wireless	cross	checkmark	Review
Jabra Elite 85h Best Jabra	4.3	Under $200	41 hours + 24h in case	Over-ear, closed-back	cross	checkmark	Review
Beats PowerBeats Pro Best bass	4.6	Under $250	11 hours + 24h in case	True wireless	cross	checkmark	Review
Jabra Elite Active 75t Best workout	4.3	Under $180	7 hours + 28h in case	True wireless	cross	checkmark	Review
Anker Soundcore Life Q30 Best affordable	4.6	Under $80	60 hours	Over-ear, closed-back	cross	checkmark	Review

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Do you want the latest and best Bluetooth headphones that offer fantastic sound quality, durability, and great user experience?

Headphones that you can enjoy in most situations without getting annoyed.

Wireless headphones can be great but many come with spotty Bluetooth connection, not very long battery life, and bad durability. You can pay top dollar and still get mediocre audio quality. It’s not so easy to pick the top ones.

To help you out, check the list of the best wireless headphones below. It includes over-ear, on-ear, and in-ear headphones from popular brands.

You will get high quality with the best you can get from a modern pair of headphones in 2022.

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1. Sony WH-1000XM4

Best overall

The overall best wireless headphones right now

How can you improve the perfect headphones? Sony just showed us how. With the newest version of their flagship WH-1000XM4 noise cancelation headphones.

Connection: Bluetooth 5.0

Driver size: 40mm

Frequency range: 4-40.000Hz

Outstanding noise-canceling performance
Audiophile-grade sound quality
Premium-feeling build
Useful Headphones Connect app
Great battery life
Support for LDAC
Amazing comfort and fit
The speak-to-chat feature is a gimmick
Voice Priority mode doesn’t work correctly
No IPX rating

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The audio performance is fantastic. It can even compete with some audiophile headphones in detail retrieval and control. They’re a joy to listen to with their deep low-end, lush midrange, and crispy treble.

Sony WH-1000XM4 come with tons of features. Sensor for automatic play/pause, 360 Reality Audio surround sound, great Sony Headphones Connect app, Speak-to-chat, touch controls, DSEE Extreme HX audio processing, LDAC support, and many more.

Class-leading active noise-canceling on these headphones works almost flawlessly. On the other hand, placing your palm across the right earcup activates the Ambient Sound mode.

38 hours of battery life, with 30 hours if the noise cancellation is turned on, is also well above average. You can listen to Sony WH-1000XM4 for days without needing to search for a charger. Speaking of charging, 5-minute fast charge adds an extra 5 hours of playtime.

Also worth considering, if you don’t mind losing some useful features, Sony WH-1000XM3 are still excellent headphones you can buy.

Sony WH-1000XM4 review

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2. Sennheiser Momentum 3 Wireless

Runner-up

Best wireless headphones if you seek comfort, great noise cancellation, and low-end rumble

Almost all of the biggest headphone manufacturers are making quality Bluetooth headphones. Momentum 3 Wireless offer extremely rugged and comfortable design.

Connection: Bluetooth 5.0

Driver size: n/a

Frequency range: 6-22.000Hz

Great sound quality
Comfortable with leather earpads
Foldable, travel-friendly design
Good ANC performance
Pricey
Average battery life

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In terms of audio performance, you get a full frequency response with powerful drivers that provide clarity and untainted sound. These could even be used as studio headphones.

The two previous incarnations, the Momentum and Momentum 2 Wireless, have been big hits. The build quality is exquisite. There are oval ear cups with leather earpads and stainless-steel sliders on either side so that you can adjust the cups to fit your head.

The Momentum Wireless headphones also have a control app. You can use this to alter the EQ and sound profile.

The build-quality means these are pretty large. However, they have a folding, collapsible design. This makes them far more portable. The cup size is pretty large, but they don’t exert too much pressure on your ears.

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3. Apple AirPods Max

Best high-end

Best wireless headphones with an outstanding build

If only the top brands will do, Apple could be worth exploring. Even the strictest audiophiles should be impressed by the AirPods Max.

Connection: Bluetooth 5.0

Driver size: 40mm dynamic

Frequency range: n/a

Excellent, smooth sound
Excellent ANC and realistic Transparency mode performance
Tons of features (for Apple users)
Premium build with replacable earpads
Exceptional Bluetooth range
Good battery life (23h with ANC)
Degraded user experience on Android devices
Uneven clamping force (could cause discomfort)
Included Smart case is useless

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Sure, they are expensive, but the best wireless headphones from Apple sound fantastic. AirPods Max are slightly U-shaped, offering a pleasant rumble in the sub-bass and airy, sparkly highs.

The design is something special. Earcups are made from a single aluminum slab and with fabric earpads that are easily replaceable with magnets.

The headband is unconventional, too. Instead of foam padding, it uses strong mesh that prevents your head from getting too sweaty.

Of course, AirPods Max boasts an impressive active noise cancellation. It’s on par with what Sony WH-1000XM4 can do, if not even better. They also support Dolby Atmos spatial audio with head-tracking, a novel consumer technology.

Apple AirPods Max review

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4. Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700

Best Bose

Best Bose noise cancellation headphones

The Bose brand has an excellent reputation, and the Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 are a great choice if you are looking to buy an elite product.

Connection: Bluetooth 5.0

Driver size: n/a

Frequency range: 20-20.000Hz

Balanced sound
Excellent active noise cancelling
Comfortable fit
Good build quality
Unique design
Non-foldable design
Pricey
Not the clearest bass

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Bose employed new drivers. You get a strong and clear sound quality with wide frequency response, the sort we associate with Bose, a premium headphone manufacturer.

The padding is fantastic, and the design is minimal. If you like a sleek and unassuming design, then Bose has you covered.

You don’t get a complicated touch control panel. You use the gesture pad instead. It takes some getting used to, but it’s probably a better system overall. Or you can use voice control (like Google Assistant) for hands-free commands.

Even using active noise cancellation (ANC), you get 20-hour battery life. There is also a quick-charge function for when you forget to power-up, or you can simply use the headphone jack.

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5. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2

Best TWS earbuds

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 true wireless earbuds

The best true wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation

The Momentum 2 model offer an incredible level of sound quality as well as being small, comfy, and convenient.

Connection: Bluetooth 5.1

Driver size: 7mm

Frequency range: 5-21.000Hz

Refined, audiophile-grade sound with natural midrange
Above-average soundstage
Great comfort and secure fit
Good noise-canceling performance for truly wireless earbuds
Premium-feeling charging case
Good build quality with IPX4 water protection
Good overall battery life
Futureproof with Bluetooth 5.1
Useful mobile app
Responsive and intuitive touch controls
Bass could be tighter
No foam tips included in the box
Call quality could be better
Some audio lag when watching videos

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These are the most refined-sounding, best-in-class true wireless earbuds on the market. With some EQ tweaks, they output a very full, natural sound signature. Their soundstage is also quite big, which enhances music listening experience.

Earbuds usually have a shorter battery life than over-ear headphones. The Sennheiser Momentum 2 earbuds offer 7 hours of battery, but this can be extended to 28 hours with the case.

With 4 pairs of ear tips, these true wireless headphones provide a comfortable fit. They are a small, low-profile design, and even after hours of use, they should feel pretty comfy, and help you avoid ear-fatigue.

Touch controls on each ear are customizable, and you can alter the EQ to suit your needs. For the price tag, the active noise cancellation works very well, although bigger over-ears perform better.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 review

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6. Apple Airpods Pro

Best TWS for Apple

Best pair of wireless earbuds for Apple devices

Though the Apple Airpods Pro are good with other devices too, use them with iPhones and other Apple devices for best functionality.

Connection: Bluetooth 5.0

Driver size: n/a

Frequency range: n/a

Sound better than original AirPods
In-ear fit that’s suitable for moderate exercise
Effective noise cancelling and isolation
Seamless user experience with iPhone/iOS
Sweatproof with IPX4 certification
Expensive even among premium alternatives
No built-in volume controls
Cheap lid mechanism on the charging case

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AirPods Pro have a well-balanced sound with a small emphasis on highs. That brings out vocal clarity and detail. Listening to music is fun for all kinds of genres. You can perform a quick hearing test to get the best sound.

You can always rely on Apple to keep innovating. They took a little while to get active noise cancellation tech, but the Airpods Pro are very popular, and the tech inside is great. The Apple chipset is competitive with other premium offers.

The true wireless earbuds connect easily to Apple devices, and the newer model has improved on one of the previous AirPod features, falling out. The former model was more likely to fall out during a strenuous workout.

The noise cancelling in earbuds is pretty great, with excellent mic performance for phone calls. There’s also a Transparency mode, so you can still hear the outside world if and when you need to.

Apple AirPods Pro review

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7. Jabra Elite 85h

Best Jabra

Best pair of wireless noise-cancelling headphones from Jabra audio company

For a comfortable fit and amazing noise cancellation, these wireless headphones do an incredible job of keeping secure and removing ambient noise.

Connection: Bluetooth 5.0

Driver size: 40mm

Frequency range: n/a

Excellent battery life
Bright, detailed sound
Nano-coated to resist water
ANC could be better at this price point

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Elite 85h have focused audio performance that puts more emphasis on the midrange and treble. The overall presentation is relatively balanced, although it can be a bit bright at times. Consequently, the treble unveils plenty of detail.

These are super comfy for everyday use. They’re even splashproof if you like taking over-ear headphones to the gym. Support for smart assistants (like Amazon Alexa) lets you operate them hands-free with voice control.

Wireless headphones deliver impressive battery life of 41 hours. Also, if loud noises bother you, 85h do a great job removing them with their noise reduction capabilities.

Inside the Jabra app, you can tweak everything from controls to EQ settings. Or simply let the app calibrate your sound preset based on ambient sound (using the SmartSound feature).

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8. Beats PowerBeats Pro

Best bass

The best pair of wireless earbuds for bass

Nobody can deny the fact that they are well-built, and that they are perfect for a booming bass sound, not everyone is looking for that. If, however, you are a total basshead, the PowerBeats Pro could be your best friend.

Connection: Bluetooth 5.0

Driver size: 12mm

Frequency range: n/a

Deep, punchy bass that energizes music (V-shaped signature)
Great battery life with quick charging (we got over 11 hours out of them)
Perfect stability for working out
High build-quality and nice materials
Sweatproof, but can’t be submerged
They get slightly uncomfortable after 30 minutes
Pricey
Large charging case
No way to turn them off without the charging case
Mids sound a bit subdued

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For sound reasons, bassheads will love them. But the Beats PowerBeats Pro are a bit more sophisticated than some other true wireless earbuds in the Beats range, thanks to their bass depth, and balanced mids and highs.

The H1 chip inside these makes Bluetooth pairing to devices easy. You can connect to Apple devices with ease.

They come with a case, which is pretty big and bulky. The ear hook design makes the earbuds themselves bigger than most true wireless options.

Also, you get at least 9 hours of battery life from 90 minutes of charging. Multiple recharges in the case provide 24 hours of total battery life.

The ear hook design makes these an excellent choice for use in the gym or out for a run and other physical activity. They’re very stable within the ear.

Beats PowerBeats Pro review

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9. Jabra Elite Active 75t

Best workout

Best wireless earbuds for workouts

Good value, good Sound, and fantastic for workouts. The Jabra brand is growing, and the 75t model shows why.

Connection: Bluetooth 5.0

Driver size: 6mm

Frequency range: 20-20.000Hz

Reliably stable during movement
Comfortable for hours thanks to smart ergonomics
Fully waterproof with IP57 (IPX7)
Great sound quality with equalization
HearThrough awareness mode (useful for runners, cyclists…)
Competitive battery life at 7 hours per charge (+20h in case)
Perfectly designed physical controls
High build quality
Tiny soundstage (all sounds come from the middle of your head)
Pricier than most alternatives
Only right earbud can be used as mono

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The bass response is emphasized, especially when not competing with outside noise. You can tailor your sound with an EQ app and enjoy the clarity and power of the Jabra 75t.

They are slimline, comfortable, easy to use and have better waterproof protection (IP57). The sweat-wicking design makes them great for working out. Check best waterproof Bluetooth headphones.

Plus, with HearThrough mode, you can let in ambient noise to keep you safe when running, for example.

The battery life is more than enough, with 7+ hours, but 28 in total, boosted through the charging case. You can use the Sound+ app to alter and edit the EQ settings, too.

Sometimes with true wireless earbuds, you pay over the odds for a brand. Jabra is not like that. You get all of the features at a reasonable price point.

Jabra Elite Active 75t review

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Looking for a budget alternative? See the best cheap earbuds.

10. Anker Soundcore Life Q30

Best affordable

Best wireless headphones with ANC under $100

Despite their affordable price, the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 surprise with great noise cancelling and customizable sound.

Connection: Bluetooth 5.0

Driver size: 40mm

Frequency range: 16-40.000Hz

Excellent sound quality (after EQ)
Great ANC with 3 modes
Comfortable fit
Companion app with EQ
Outstanding battery life
The bass isn't very fast
Looks bulky on your head

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You might enjoy the stock sound preset more if you seek good bass depth. Thankfully, playing with EQ settings can bring these to almost neutral levels. In general, they sound natural and detailed, especially in the midrange.

Headphones are somewhat bulky but comfortable, with a good amount of padding on the ear cup.

For the price range of budget noise cancelling headphones, they offer excellent performance. There are 3 ANC intensities that you use depending on the situation.

With up to 60 hours of battery life, these can last you for at least a few days. Activating noise cancellation lowers that number to 40 hours, which is still impressive.

Anker Soundcore Life Q30 review

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Honorable Mentions

Bowers & Wilkins PX7: The Bower and Wilkins PX7s are one of the best-sounding set of wireless headphones, with plenty of power and audio clarity. They support high-quality wireless audio codecs like aptX HD. (Check PX7 price)

Sony WF-1000XM3: Still a great pick if you seek excellent noise cancellation true wireless earbuds. The crisp and versatile sound of the Sony WF-1000XM3 is a huge plus. You can now get the at the bargain price. (Check WF-1000XM3 price)

JBL Live 650BTNC: Active noise cancelling headphones with 40mm drives that cost around MSRP $150. You get a signature JBL frequency response for 20 hours on a single charge in a comfortable and foldable design. (Check 650BTNC price)

V-Moda Crossfade 2 Wireless: These wireless headphones sound good with rich Bluetooth codec support (aptX, AAC, and SBC). You get over 14 hours of battery life but without noise cancellation for a high price of around MSRP $350. (Check Crossfade 2 price)

AKG Y500: Make for great wireless on-ear headphones with a foldable design. With the auto-pause feature, you don’t have to manually press buttons when you take them off. Plus, they support multipoint connection and offer over 30 hours of battery life (and wired). (Check Y500 price)

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds: Bulky in-ear headphones with excellent noise cancellation, punchy audio quality, and good stability due to big ear tips. Microphone quality is good too if you need to make phone calls. Due to design reasons, they produce a lot of wind noise. (Check QC Earbuds price)

Looking for cheaper options? Check the best cheap headphones.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

How Long is Battery Life in Wireless Headphones on Average?

On-ear and over-ear wireless headphones come with larger batteries. They last from 20 – 40 hours per full charge.

Earbuds or in-ear headphones are smaller and thus fitted with lower capacity batteries. You can expect anywhere from five hours to max 10 hours per charge.

True wireless earbuds also come with a charging case that extends the battery life considerably (to 20 – 30 hours altogether).

Do Wireless Headphones Work Well for TV?

The modern Bluetooth headphones are great for watching TV as long as your TV supports Bluetooth.

Though it’s true older BT models often come with bad audio lag that makes them unusable.

The new models don’t suffer from the same problems thanks to advances in Bluetooth technology. And it’s refreshing to walk around your living room and not caring about cable length.

You can check dedicated headphones for watching TV.

Do Bluetooth Headphones Work with a Desktop PC or a Laptop?

Yes, if your PC and laptop support Bluetooth (most modern laptops do). Though PCs often don’t, check yours to be sure.

How Durable are Wireless Headphones?

At least as durable as wired headphones. There is no significant difference. You should look at the build quality of each respective model.

You can get them fully water-resistant with IPX7 and even dustproof IP5X protection. If you want to use them for activity, that’s highly advisable.

What are the Best Headphones for Running or Working Out?

Choose smaller in-ear earbuds that are easier to wear during movement. Plus, they’re often water-resistant and come with activity-friendly features.

See the best workout headphones or workout earbuds.

How Much Should You Spend on Wireless Bluetooth Headphones?

Best wireless headphones cost from $300- $400 for over-ear and on-ear models.

The earbuds cost around $200-$300. Keep in mind, you’re paying a premium price for the latest and greatest.

To get the most value for your money, look at cheaper headphones under $200 or the best headphones under $100.

10 Best Wireless Headphones in 2022

Best Bluetooth Headphones

1. Sony WH-1000XM4

2. Sennheiser Momentum 3 Wireless

3. Apple AirPods Max

4. Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700

5. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2

6. Apple Airpods Pro

7. Jabra Elite 85h

8. Beats PowerBeats Pro

9. Jabra Elite Active 75t

10. Anker Soundcore Life Q30

Honorable Mentions

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

How Long is Battery Life in Wireless Headphones on Average?

Do Wireless Headphones Work Well for TV?

Do Bluetooth Headphones Work with a Desktop PC or a Laptop?

How Durable are Wireless Headphones?

What are the Best Headphones for Running or Working Out?

How Much Should You Spend on Wireless Bluetooth Headphones?

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Best Bluetooth Headphones

1. Sony WH-1000XM4

2. Sennheiser Momentum 3 Wireless

3. Apple AirPods Max

4. Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700

5. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2

6. Apple Airpods Pro

7. Jabra Elite 85h

8. Beats PowerBeats Pro

9. Jabra Elite Active 75t

10. Anker Soundcore Life Q30

Honorable Mentions

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

How Long is Battery Life in Wireless Headphones on Average?

Do Wireless Headphones Work Well for TV?

Do Bluetooth Headphones Work with a Desktop PC or a Laptop?

How Durable are Wireless Headphones?

What are the Best Headphones for Running or Working Out?

How Much Should You Spend on Wireless Bluetooth Headphones?

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