The Top Wireless Headphones Out Right Now

Wired headphones are soooo 2017. Wireless headphones are no longer the clunky gadgets they used to be, with advances in Bluetooth, battery life, and sound quality making them the best option for your listening needs. If you’re in the market for some wireless headphones or need to check someone off of your holiday gift list, these are top picks for wireless headphone models out right now. 

Best over-the-ear wireless headphones

Bose QuietComfort 35 Series II – $300

These are the best noise-canceling headphones on the market, hands down. The QuietComfort model reduces lower-pitch consonant sounds, making them a great option for those who want to drown out surrounding noise. Whether you’re trying to get some work done at a loud coffee shop, or you’re traveling and want to escape the drone of noise, these are the pair you’ll want to get.

Sony WH-1000XM2 – $320

Very similar to the Bose QuietComfort, these Sony wireless headphones provide an exceptionally comfortable fit while maintaining top-notch noise-canceling technology. This set features some pretty neat tricks, including an ambient noise mode that only lets in mid-to-high frequency tones, like an announcement over a loudspeaker. Another cool feature is the Quiet Attention mode, which allows all outside noise in without taking headphones off, making it a great if you need to speak to someone before getting back to work.

Best in-the-ear wireless headphones

Beats X – $75

These in-ear wireless headphones pack a punch with heavy driving bass, paired with Apple’s proprietary W1 chip, which allows for more efficient wireless connectivity. These don’t come with any innovative features, but they do the basics very well, and are relatively inexpensive. Plus, they charge ultra-fast, making them a great option if you’re always on-the-go.

Bose QuietControl 30 – $299

Another pick from Bose, showing they really are the gold standard when it comes to wireless headphones. These in-ear buds bring excellent noise cancellation while being comfortable enough to wear for extended periods of time. They even have a long-lasting battery, so you don’t have to constantly worry about charging.

Best true wireless earbuds

Jabra Elite Active 65t – $159

True wireless earbuds are as wireless as you can go, and the Jabra Elite Actives are a great option for the gym or other fitness related activities. These have digital assistant controls, onboard volume, and adjustable situational-awareness, allowing you to have a conversation or keep an ear on traffic without having to remove them. They also bring a four-hour battery life, with the charging case capable of providing another 10 hours worth of juice on-the-go.

Apple Airpods – $159

If you have an iPhone, the AirPods should be your first choice for true wireless earbuds. AirPods seamlessly concert with your iPhone and are light enough for fitness related activity, or talking hands-free. They even look good enough to wear throughout your day and very user-friendly. The charging case provides extra battery life for when you need it, and they fit snug enough so you never have to worry about them falling out.