The Best Wireless Headphones

Wireless headphones let you listen to music or podcasts while on the move, without being tied to your device. The most effective headphones use Bluetooth or another wireless protocol to connect to your phone, laptop or record player and play your music.

The active noise cancellation system reduces the low rumble of chatty coworkers and wireless.Headphones bus engines. They are also extremely comfortable to wear over long periods of time.

1. Sony WH-1000XM5

The WH-1000XM5s by Sony are Sony's next generation of premium headphones. They're a major improvement over the XM4s offering better noise cancelling and intelligent features. They're also slightly more expensive, but they come with an elegant design and feel. These headphones are an excellent choice for commuters or frequent travellers.

The new headphones feature a sleek minimalist design, made from recycled plastic. They're also lighter than the earlier models. The headband has been padded with soft material to ensure it's more comfortable. The Earcups are also smaller, which means they fit more closely to the ear canals to prevent sound leakage.

They come with an automatic adaptive ANC system that is capable of adjusting the volume it is based on the surrounding. The ANC does not block as much low-frequency noise as Bose's QuietComfort 45 or QC45 Wireless, but it still is effective in combating high-frequency and mid-frequency sounds, such as office chatter and plane engine roar.

Other features that are smart include Wearing Detection, which senses when you take off your headphones and then automatically stops your music, and then starts playing again as soon as you put them back on. Speak-to-Chat allows you to talk to someone without taking the headphones off. It works surprisingly well even though it's not a perfect solution and may change back to audio playback after you're done speaking.

The DSEE-HX Extreme Audio Processing Engine from Sony is also included. This feature boosts compressed audio to give it greater clarity and detail. It's not a feature that you'll see in your daily use, but it does be noticeable when listening to high-quality tracks.

These headphones are compatible Bluetooth 5.0 which allows for higher bitrate streaming than other headsets. That should improve their performance when listening to music via your laptop, mobile phone or tablet. They also support multi-point connection, so you can pair them with two devices at the same time. This is particularly useful if you listen to music on one device and also using them for hands-free calls.

2. Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless

Sennheiser MOMENTUM Wireless headphones aren't the most unique, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they're not an excellent pair. These headphones are incredibly comfortable and offer noise cancellation and a staggering 60 hours of battery. This is more than twice as long as most competitors. The Sony WH1000XM5 and Bowers & Wilkins Px8 wireless bluetooth offer 30 to 40 hours of battery life. The MOMENTUM 4's incredible endurance is due in part to a range of power-saving features, such as sleep and on-head recognition.

Sennheiser headphones are among the top Bluetooth headsets on the market. They have a balanced mix between powerful bass and warm mids which don't overwhelm one another. The high-end is clear without being blazing or bright and the headphones' outstanding clarity allows it to effortlessly handle action-movie soundtracks with plenty of bombast. The Control app lets you adjust the sound profile and add an EQ, which makes it easy to customize the headphones to your specific preferences.

The MOMENTUM Wireless is a little less robust than the wired version, but is still sturdy and well-constructed. The ear pads of the MOMENTUM 4 Wireless are soft and comfortable and rest comfortably on the head. In fact, I had no problem wearing them for a whole day at home or on a flight. However, they're not as good for working out, because they can slip off your ears when you are moving quickly.

The MOMENTUM 4 has excellent ANC performance, but it's not quite as good as Sony WH-1000XM5. They eliminate low rumble from plane and bus engines, but don't really do a a great job of blocking out chatter from passengers or other noises in the surrounding. They also have the added benefit of supporting aptX which has more bitrates than AAC and SBC.

The Sennheisers earcups can be swiveled to lay flat but they don't fold like other models. Nonetheless, the headphones are compact enough to fit inside their carrying case, which is hard and they're not in use, which makes them ideal for commutes and travel.

3. Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2

Bowers & Wilkins second-generation wireless headphones are among the best noise-canceling headphones you can purchase. They compete closely with top contenders such as Bose's QuietComfort 65, while offering premium build quality, Wireless.Headphones impressive comfort, and audiophile performance. They don't have extravagant features or control using touch gestures like many premium Bluetooth headphones. Instead, they're designed to provide a sound experience that is enjoyable and immersive.

The Px7 S2's ANC is very effective at attenuating ambient noise, with a good level of isolation from low-frequency rumble like plane engines and bus engines, mid-range sounds such as office chatter, as well as the high-pitched whirl of laptop fans. The Px7 S2's ANC isolates less effectively from higher-frequency sounds, like traffic and conversation however it does a better job of absorbing high-frequency sounds. Bowers & Wilkins' app lets you alter your ANC to your hearing.

The headphones sport a luxurious appearance, with the headband and ear cup. The headphones are a bit heavier than other top noise-canceling over-ear headsets however, they are worth the money due to their sturdy design and a thoughtful design. They are comfortable to wear while you listen to music for prolonged durations and are ideal for use at home at work, on the go or even on long flights.

Bowers & Wilkins Px7S2's dynamic drivers with 40mm deliver powerful bass, crisp treble and detailed images. They create a lively and a full sound, with a distinct air between sound elements. This makes them an ideal choice for podcasts and music. They have aptX Adaptive codec that allows you to stream high-quality audio with a low latency.

The Px7 S2's controls are easy to operate, featuring a play/pause button and the volume up and down buttons on the right earcup. The buttons are tactile and the textured design enhances the premium feel of these headphones. The headphones are stable on the ear and won't fall from your head. They fold down into a small carrying case, making transporting them simple.

4. V-Moda S-80

The V-Moda S-80 headphones are an exception to the rule that you get what you paid for. They're among the prettiest wireless headphones and feature a sleek and durable design. However, they cost about the same as the Sony WH-1000XM5 and Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 which is a lot of money for on-ear headphones.

The V-Moda S-80 is the first wireless-only headphone by the company. It can be worn on your blue tooth head phones, or Wireless.headphones wrapped around your neck as a personal speaker (earcups facing upwards). They're tuned for a vibrant sound that is enhanced by modern electronic music, and also support advanced audio codecs, such as Qualcomm's aptX HD. They feature interchangeable magnet shields and customizable colors, allowing you to make your headphones unique in design to match your outfit.

While the S-80 are a nice change from the company's M-Series models, they still have some quirks that make them less than perfect for anyone. The 12.5 pounds of weight makes them feel heavy, especially when worn on the ears. This puts pressure on the ear, which can cause earache within an hour. The headband is also stiff and uncomfortable when worn around your neck.

The S-80 has poor noise cancellation. Even at moderate volume you will hear background noise. The absence of ANC isn't an issue however, you'll want to limit the amount of time you listen to about 20 hours.

The S-80 does not have a 3.5mm connector, which limits connectivity and may prevent it from being used for intense physical activity. They're not foldable and don't come with a case which makes it difficult to transport and store. The S-80's rugged design and excellent sound quality offset the limitations. The Immortal Life Program guarantees a new pair of headphones at 50% off the retail price in the event that they break, scratch or scratch or otherwise lose their value.