Buying Guide: 10 best wireless headphones available today

By on October 1, 2016

Best Wireless Headphones

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard the news that Apple has taken the controversial step of removing the traditional 3.5mm headphone jack from its new iPhone 7.

Now, no one would blame you if you want to continue using your existing headphones with the new iPhone – all you need to do is use the lightning adaptor which has been bundled in with the phone.

That said, if you’d rather save that port for, I don’t know, say charging your phone or connecting it to your car, there’s never been a better time to invest in a pair of quality wireless headphones, which use Bluetooth rather than wires to connect to your device.

Whereas previously they suffered from poor sound quality and even poorer battery life, nowadays the latter has improved beyond all recognition and although you’ll still get the best sound from a pair of wired headphones, the quality of audio given by Bluetooth has improved considerably.

So if you’re looking to cut the cord, check out our guide to the best wireless headphones available today.

Sennheiser Momentum Wireless

1. Sennheiser Momentum Wireless

Incredible audio fidelity backed by a serious price

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Comfy, rugged build Best-in-class sound Everlasting battery life Terribly pricey

These no-holds-barred wireless headphones are oozing with positive qualities, but for many, they’re almost prohibitively expensive. However, if you’re an audio lover that can spare the expense, do not hesitate on this comfortable, hard-working set of headphones that will likely last for years.

Jabra Move Wireless review

2. Jabra Move Wireless

Sporty Bluetooth headphones that aim to surprise

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Bold design Lightweight Little noise isolation

The Jabra Move Wireless are one of the best values around for Bluetooth headphones. Not only does the minimalistic design – infused with the energetic Cobalt blue styling – impress off the bat, it keeps on delivering the goods with a surprising amount of function and performance.

You’ll find deeper lows and mids and highs with an extra level of crisp when you drop a couple more big bills, but for the money, the Jabra Move Wireless offer a big, full sound.

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3. Bose QuietComfort 35

Bose cut the wires off its flagship cans with great success

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Broad and clear soundstage Amazing noise cancellation Active EQ an acquired taste Boring looks

Bose has finally brought its fantastic noise-cancelling technology to a pair of wireless headphones and it’s done so without any of the traditional drawbacks of wireless headphones. They sound great, and their battery life is long enough for all but the longest of flights.

At $349.95 (£289.95 / AU pricing tbc) the QC35s sit firmly at the premium end of the spectrum, but if you want the best noise-cancelling headphones available right now then you can’t get any better.

Sony MDR-ZX770BT

4. Sony MDR-ZX770BT

Affordable wireless headphones that deliver big

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Comfortable fit Fantastic battery life Cramped soundstage Light on bass

While not the fanciest option available, those only looking for the must-have features will find that there’s a lot to like here. The build quality and materials are top-notch for the price. The sound quality won’t blow your mind, but it’s totally serviceable for listeners looking for a full sound. Its most treasured feature is the battery life, which lasts for 17 hours. Personally, I was able to squeeze 20 hours out of them.

Koss BT540i

5. Koss BT540i

High-performance Bluetooth headphones for music lovers

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Low-profile design Balanced sound Befuddling button layout

If value is your main concern when looking for a set of headphones, you’ll be pleased with the Koss BT540i. The Milwaukee, Wisc.-based Koss is known for providing a good bang-for-your-buck experience and these are no exception.

While these lack premium features like touch controls on the earcups or active noise cancellation, you’ll hardly notice, what with the spectacular sound quality and comfy ear cushions.

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6. Optoma NuForce BE6i

Wireless in-ear headphones with (almost) no compromise

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Great sound Tons of accessories Cheap remote

Continuing the trend that the original NuForce BE6 started, the Optoma Nuforce BE6i are a minor update to an already great pair of earbuds and remain one of our favorite in-ear wireless headphones for the price.

Offering good sound, build quality and battery life in its segment if you’re looking for a pair of wireless in-ear headphones that can survive a strenuous work out, the these should be on the top of your list of headphones to try.

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7. Beats Solo 2 Wireless

Proof that Beats is quickly closing the gap between style and sound

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Long battery life Great sound Expensive

There are certain qualities we all like in a set of headphones and these have ’em: sleek design, great sound and long-lasting comfort. However, the signature feature in Beats headphones is one that some people may not be so fond of, namely, their heavy lean on bass.

Thankfully, Beats is moving on from their bass-heavy past and moving to a more balanced sound. This is evident as ever in the Beats Solo 2 Wireless and it’s about time.

Plantronics BackBeat Pro

8. Plantronics BackBeat Pro

Noise-canceling Bluetooth headphones with plenty of features

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Fantastic 24 hour battery impressive sound Slightly pricey

The Plantronics BackBeat Pro are a slick, professional looking option with the beat to back it. The BackBeat Pro is easy to recommend based on looks alone, but more importantly, it speaks for itself with some seriously sweet features like 24-hour battery life, great sound and noise cancellation.

JBL Synchros E40BT

9. JBL Synchros E40BT

This lower-end foray delivers stellar results

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Great sound for the price Long battery life Aggressive branding

If the selection we’ve provided so far has been a little out of reach financially, you’ll like this next set of wireless headphones. The JBL Synchros E40BT are a surprisingly well-rounded choice. Not only do they look good, but they sound reasonably great for the price.

If you’re looking for an affordable, good-performing set of wireless headphones, check these out.

Parrot Zik 2

10. Sony MDR-1000X

Noise-cancelling headphones that care about Hi-Res Audio

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Quick Attention mode Noise cancellation Lengthy battery life Finicky Ambient Noise mode

The MDR-1000X are definitely the closest competitor to Bose’s QuietComfort series I’ve ever had the pleasure of testing. Some high-end codecs (LDAC, AAC and aptX) help the 1000X sound even better than the QC35s, but ultimately the noise canceling is a bit less effective in Sony’s pair of cans.

What should drive your decision on whether to buy the MDR-1000X is your music player – if you’re a Sony Xperia owner, you’d be hard-pressed to find a pair of headphones that sound as good as these with noise canceling tech built-in. Even if you’re not, Sony’s wares are still worth a listen – and maybe a purchase – if you aren’t too put out by its $400 (£330 or AU$700) price tag.

We’re constantly reviewing new wireless headphones, but let us know if there is a set that you’d like us to take a look at.

Source: techradar.com

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19 Comments

Reply Miss Ila Jenkins V October 1, 2016 at 9:27 pm

There are two names in audio when it comes to speakers, headphones, earbuds… sound quality without compromise – Bowers & Wilkins (or B&W). They don't release crap until they perfect it. Now we have wireless P5's. P7's were just announced. The C5's are wired earbuds – the best you will hear. Expect wireless soon. I can hardly believe a discussion like this takes place without the mention of these. I would think the cost, but you have Sennheisers, Bose (are you all deaf???) and Beats?????????? It's all honestly kind of silly when you compress the crap out of your music onto your iPhone. You're not going to hear an orchestra,,, but the B&W's will bring you as close as you're going to get.
Reply Ms. Bettye Beer October 1, 2016 at 10:23 pm

My friend has "AKG K912" for a long time and can't say enough good words about it! He's a pro musician and knows this stuff! $74.- ebay
Ifound this "WINTAL" – unknown wireless headphones with 5 stars opinions!
Reply Alvah Jacobson October 1, 2016 at 10:33 pm

They need to be Wireless(Bluetooth) Over-Ear and Loud as F–k.
I went on Sony .com and there's like a million Bluetooth Headphones there and it's impossible to choose which ones would sound best. I'd never by Beats because I'm not a rapper. I had a Bose on ear Soundlink and it was decent and an Urbanite XL on ear and it was better but I know that Sony is god of all types of Technology. Of course from Playstation to Televisions to Headphones.
If you know any over-ear Sony's that would be Wireless(Bluetooth) that would be loud as f–k. Definitely hit me up
Thanks!
Reply Dr. Valerie Weissnat October 2, 2016 at 1:09 am

Yes I've tried them. Sony have a lot of bass without too much compromise everywhere else (unlike Beats). Sennheiser are not as bass heavy in my opinion, but they do ok. Beats are all bass and everything else sucks. Beats are also quite flimsy. Not worth the money.

Best headphones for the money are really the Phillips L2 (but they aren't for bass heads). If you want the best bass headphones go for Vmoda M100.

Loudness is more to do with your source and resistance.
Reply Lindsay Bosco October 2, 2016 at 1:19 am

@aperfectname because Beats are simply better.
Reply Dr. Isom Nicolas October 2, 2016 at 1:28 am

Sony: 1ABT Bluetooth® Headphones – VS.
Sony: ZX770BN Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones
Which one would be louder and more Bass?
Reply Prof. Carroll Gottlieb October 2, 2016 at 1:43 am

Thanks!
Reply Glenna Bayer October 2, 2016 at 2:38 am

Each to there own. Yes I agree about Beats but Bose are seriously overrated at the price.
Reply Giles Orn II October 2, 2016 at 2:49 am

Can anyone help me here? I'm looking for Bass and Loudness
– Beats: Studio Wireless
– Bose: Soundlink Around-Ear
– Sennheiser: Momentum 2.0 Wireless
– Sony: Extra Bass Wireless
Which one should I get? I listen to mostly Hard Rock and Metal. I want something that will give the extreme Bass from Metallica and will be loud as F— when I blast Guns N' Roses Live
Reply Ken Hauck October 2, 2016 at 3:43 am

And where are XTZ Headphone Divine and Philips M2BT..?!
Reply Luis Schultz October 2, 2016 at 3:58 am

I'm not trying to be rude but how do you know for reference? did you try both?
I had an Urbanite XL from Sennheiser but the earbuds were too small so I know that Sennheiser is top notch in quality but I'm looking more for Loudness and Bass
Thanks for the reply Mr. Ninja
Reply Carmelo Buckridge October 2, 2016 at 4:15 am

You know it's funny, Beats have been opened up and stripped down, and their actual quality was extremely poor, and there were bits of useless metal in there, whose sole purpose was to make them feel weightier.
Reply Elyssa Stamm October 2, 2016 at 5:50 am

No. Just, no.
Reply Earnestine Kuvalis October 2, 2016 at 6:29 am

Nice article but list is not updated from long time. I found latest list of Top 5 Wireless Headphones in 2016 Here: http://www.beautyz. org/best-headphones-and-earbuds-for-2016/. . . List has some quality wireless Headphones!!!
Reply Thurman Pacocha DVM October 2, 2016 at 6:54 am

Can someone recommend headphones with clear sound? I don't care about bass all that much, and preferably ~$200 also, i don't want them to be big.
Reply Lester Simonis October 2, 2016 at 7:29 am

Sony or Sennheiser, for you I would go for Sony.
Reply Miss Luella Hegmann DVM October 2, 2016 at 7:39 am

The fact that you put Beats in here and left Bose out makes me completely disregard this article.
Reply Mr. Ayden Wisozk October 2, 2016 at 8:35 am

I tried the Bose today. Not bad. Not for good for you though not enough bass. I can see why you'd like the Urbanite XL more, it's designed to have more bass.

1ABT definately has more bass than the Bose, but not as much as some make it out to have. I found the Sony more exciting
Reply Wade Konopelski Sr. October 2, 2016 at 8:40 am

I guess this site didn't like me linking to head Fi but google "headfi" it's a great forum.

I literally just bought a Sony 1ABT today. I don't find the bass too strong (I don't like strong bass myself). I think you should try a Sony XB950BT. I believe that has a bass boost function.

Not sure about the ZX770BN sorry.