Headphones
Pick the style first: earbuds are small and, in our catalogue, the only ones with a stated sweat and water rating; over-ear headphones cover your ears with cushioned cups for long sessions. Then choose wireless or wired: every model with active noise cancellation in our catalogue is wireless, while wired models need no charging. Last, set the most you want to spend, and add the extras that match your day: noise cancellation for commutes, an IPX4 or higher rating for workouts, and features made for your phone.
Each list states its selection criteria, and every pick is checked against its maker's page.
Picks list · 6 headphones
Over-ear (cups around the ears), as the manufacturer states.
Wireless (Bluetooth).
Active noise cancellation stated by the manufacturer.
A microphone for calls stated by the manufacturer.
Picks list · 6 headphones
Earbuds that sit in the ear, as the manufacturer states.
Wireless (Bluetooth).
A water rating of IPX4 or higher stated by the manufacturer.
Picks list · 4 headphones
Earbuds that sit in the ear, as the manufacturer states.
Active noise cancellation stated by the manufacturer.
Price on the maker's own US store under $150 (checked October 19, 2026).
Picks list · 6 headphones
Over-ear (cups around the ears), as the manufacturer states.
Wired (cable, no Bluetooth).
Price on the maker's own US store under $250 (checked October 19, 2026).
Every pair of headphones of that kind we track, side by side.
As of , from the specs each maker states.