Headphones

Latest Headphones

• Your AirPods Are in Your Ears All Day. Here's How to Clean Off All That Wax

  Your earbuds are probably disgusting. Keep them looking and sounding their best with these safe, effective cleaning tips.

  1 week, 3 days By Chandra Steele, Jason Cohen

  
• Apple AirPods Max 2 vs. Bose QuietComfort Ultra vs. Sony WH-1000XM6: Who Wins High-End ANC?

  We tested the latest premium noise-cancelling cans from Apple, Bose, and Sony. Here’s how they stack up on price, performance, and features. And boy, is it a close race!

  1 week, 6 days By Christian De Looper

  
• AirPods Max 2 vs. Original AirPods Max: Is It Time to Upgrade Your Apple Headphones?

  They haven’t changed much on the outside, but our extensive testing tells a different story. Here’s how to decide whether Apple's AirPods Max 2 headphones are right for you.

  2 weeks, 1 day By Christian De Looper

  
• The Best Apple AirPods to Buy in 2026

  Apple sells four types of AirPods, including three sets of earbuds and one pair of headphones. We compare them all to help you determine which is right for you.

  2 weeks, 2 days By Eric Zeman

  
• The Sound of Satisfaction: The Headphone and Speaker Brands You Rank Highest

  Whether you're an elite audiophile or you just want to listen to your podcasts comfortably, our latest reader survey results reveal some interesting picks.

  1 month, 4 weeks By Eric Griffith

  
• Anker's Soundcore Space 2 Headphones Sent My Ears to Heaven

  They cost $30 more than the originals, but the Anker Soundcore Space 2 headphones are the best ones I've heard at Mobile World Congress.

  1 month, 4 weeks By Eric Zeman

  
• These Are the Blingiest Headphones I've Ever Seen, and I Would Totally Rock Them

  I tried the TCL CrystalClip headphones at MWC 2026, and they are a fashion statement I want to make.

  1 month, 4 weeks By Angela Moscaritolo

  
• Sony WF-1000XM6 vs. Apple AirPods Pro 3: There's a Clear Winner

  From design and comfort to noise cancellation and sound quality, I put the WF-1000XM6, AirPods Pro 3, and Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds head-to-head to tell you which pair reigns supreme.

  2 months, 2 weeks By Christian De Looper

  
• Sony WF-1000XM6 vs. WF-1000XM5: Are the New Earbuds Actually Better?

  I tested Sony's new WF-1000XM6 earphones against the XM5 to see if the upgrades are really worth your money.

  2 months, 2 weeks By Christian De Looper

  
• Sennheiser HDB 630

  4.0 Excellent

  2 months, 3 weeks By Christian De Looper

  
• Sony LinkBuds Clip

  3.5 Good

  2 months, 3 weeks By Christian De Looper

  
• Anker Soundcore Sleep A30

  3.5 Good

  2 months, 3 weeks By Mark Knapp

  
• Anker Soundcore P41i

  3.5 Good

  2 months, 3 weeks By Mark Knapp

  
• Anker Soundcore V40i

  3.5 Good

  2 months, 3 weeks By Mark Knapp

  
• The Best Wireless Headphones for 2026

  Tired of tangled audio cords? Whether you're looking for pocketable earphones or full headphones, these are the top wireless models we've tested.

  3 months By Tim Gideon, Eric Zeman