Listen Up, These Are The Best Headphones And Earbuds To Shop In 2025

If you've got some cash to spend and you're looking for a workhorse, you can't beat the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones. Perfectly designed to meet a range of needs, there's not much these headphones can't do; seamlessly handling everything from Zoom calls, to music, to workouts.

Those particularly attuned to sound quality and noise-cancelling technology won't be disappointed thanks to the onboarded tech, and the 30-hour long battery life ensures you'll rarely experience that dreaded low-battery feeling. Comfortable to wear (and equally sleek looking), you'll also love the highly responsive voice command and inbuilt touch controls for seamless use.

Get ready to level up your sound game with the newest addition to the slick Sonos lineup—the Ace headphones that are as stylish as they are smart. Designed with obsessive attention to detail and tuned to perfection, these headphones let you get lost in the sounds that move you most. 

Expect top-tier immersion with spatial audio, dynamic head tracking, and world-class Active Noise Cancellation—all working together to deliver crystal-clear calls and all-day comfort. Plus, with a whopping 30 hours of battery life, you’ll stay powered up for the long haul. Need to stay aware of your surroundings? Just tap to switch to Aware mode whilst on your commute

If you forget to charge your headphones or find yourself not being able to access a charger as frequently as you’d like, the Sennheiser Momentum 4 will have your back. With a whopping 60 hours of battery life from one full charge, you can feel secure knowing your headphones won’t run out of battery unexpectedly.

With Sennheiser’s high-quality sound system, adaptive noise cancellation and a lightweight design with cushioned earpads and a padded headband, you’ll be able to wear these headphones for long periods without needing to take them off to charge, take a phone call, or even for comfort.

Outrageously expensive, if you're an audiophile who's in the market to splurge on a luxury pair of over-the-ear headphones, you can't go past the new-and-improved Apple Airpods Max. With superior noise-cancellation technology and some of the best sound quality out there, there's no denying part of the appeal is not just how good these headphones sound, but also how they look and feel.

Apple users will particularly benefit from how seamlessly these headphones integrate alongside other IOS devices, including their standout head-tracking object-based surround sound technology.

Coming in at under $100, these sleek wireless Sony earbuds are an excellent choice for the budget-minded. With up to 22 hours of battery life, the ability to connect to two devices at once, and an Ambient Sound mode, these compact headphones are still packed with features.

Providing a solid sound profile, if you're looking for a pair of basic earbuds perfect for listening to music, podcasts, or making calls that won't break the bank, you can’t go wrong with these.

If you’re looking for headphones on a budget, the Anker Soundcore Life Q30s combines all the features of current-generation headphones for under $150. Featuring three different noise cancellation modes for planes, traffic, wind and indoor environments, you’ll be able to enjoy your favourite music or podcast without distractions.

For the price, the Anker Soundcore headphones offer good sound quality and memory foam padding for comfort. They also have a long battery life, with the option to charge for just five minutes to get four hours of usage when you’re in a hurry.

When it comes to value, the Sennheiser Accentum headphones are the cream of the audio crop. With a 50-hour battery life, active noise cancelling, and Sennheiser’s renowned high-quality audio, these headphones are worth more than their $299.95 price tag.

Designed for long listening sessions, the Accentum headphones are lightweight, have cushioned earcups, and feature an ergonomic design so you’re less likely to get headphone fatigue.

Whether you're looking to shut the world out or become even more connected, these wireless Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones will meet your needs by ensuring you hear everything you want and nothing you don't. Utilising a combination of digital signal processing technology and an advanced microphone, they work to reduce background noise and provide clear voice sound.

As a bonus, the built-in touch sensors and voice control allow you to manage volume, calls, and music right from your headphones.

One of the most popular earbuds on the market, there's no denying that if you're an Apple user looking for a solid pair of headphones, the second-generation AirPods Pro are a great choice. The super-portable and compact design, coupled with quality sound, great noise-cancellation, seamless connectivity (when using alongside IOS devices), and intuitive controls, makes them perfect for anyone looking for multifunctional headphones that can be used for a variety of needs.

While these may not have the best battery life on the market (although six hours ain't bad), the recharge time for top-ups is relatively quick, thanks to the clever charge storing case.

A great alternative to AirPods for Android users, the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro from Samsung are a quality pair of noise-cancelling earbuds at a moderate price point. Providing excellent battery life for their size, these comfortable and cool-looking earbuds provide studio-quality sound and a crisp and clear microphone, whether at home or on the go.

With inbuilt noise cancellation, voice control and immersive 360 audio, these Android headphones were designed for easy listening and all-day-long seamless connectivity. 

When it comes to the perfect pair of headphones for working out, it often falls to a matter of personal preference. While some people can happily exercise with their usual earbuds or over-ear headphones, overwhelmingly, if you're looking for a workout-specific pair, you want something that will stay in place regardless of your chosen activity. 

These hook-tipped Beats earbuds use a clever design that ensures they will remain in place, with six hours of listening time (24 hours in total) and a reinforced sweat and water-resistant design, you can be confident they will go the distance no matter your workout.

Lightweight and comfortable to wear, with a sleek design profile, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Gaming Headset will take your wireless gaming needs to the next level. The dual battery system—which allows you to use one battery for play whilst the other is charging—ensures you'll seldom have to deal with a flat headset.

The superior audio clarity and microphone allow you to use this headset for more than just gaming if required, whilst the powerful inbuilt Bluetooth provides seamless connectivity between all your devices.