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Jabra Elite 3 review: nailing the essentials for $80
They’re consistent, they’re reliable, and they sound quite good for the price
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BuddyPhones Cosmos Plus are full-featured travel headphones for kids
Bluetooth, noise cancellation, volume limiting — these kids’ headphones have it all
Headphone Reviews
After the smartphone, headphones are the gadget we reach for most often in our daily lives. Here, The Verge tracks the best headphones for every budget and purpose, whether they be wireless, noise cancelling, in-ear, or over-ear. With all the big brands — from Bose and Beats to Sony and Sennheiser — and a few of the over-performing smaller ones, there's a perfect pair of headphones out there for everyone, and we'll have it covered.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 review: nailing the basics with style
When the entry-level earbuds are this good, why go Pro?
Nothing Ear 1 earbuds review: almost something
Standout design, noise cancellation, and wireless charging for $99
Bose Frames Tempo review: the specs to beat
Bose’s sporty shades offer good sound, a steady fit, and total awareness
V-Moda M-200 ANC review: $500 headphones can’t be this unpolished
V-Moda’s first noise-canceling headphones are built well and have balanced sound, but they fall short on features
The best open-ear headphones for bike riding
Hear traffic and also podcasts
The best noise-canceling headphones to buy right now
Get some peace and quiet with the best noise-canceling headphones for a variety of uses
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro review: the right balance
They don’t win at any one thing, but they strike a great mix in terms of sound quality, ANC, and comfort
Apple AirPods Max review: luxurious sound for a luxury price
Apple’s over-ear headphones have tremendous build quality and sound, but there’s no denying they’re expensive
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds review: noise-canceling champion
Good sound quality and best-in-class noise cancellation come in an awkwardly big case
UE Fits review: a fit that’s lit
They fit better than any consumer earbuds I’ve ever tried, but they aren’t without shortcomings
Beats Flex review: wireless earbud basics done right
Beats’ first earbuds with a USB-C connector are only $50
Google Pixel Buds review: second time’s the charm
Google’s new earbuds finally go truly wireless and have improved sound quality
Sony WH-1000XM4 review: the best noise-canceling headphones get better
Sony didn’t change much, but it made the improvements we’ve been waiting for
Samsung Galaxy Buds Live review: cool beans
An unconventional design turns out to be a winner
Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 review: perfect for work-from-home life
Now at a much more sensible price
Microsoft Surface Earbuds review: comfort at a cost
They’re super comfortable and have lengthy battery life, but the style won’t be for everyone
Google Pixel Buds review: second time’s the charm
Google’s new earbuds finally go truly wireless and have improved sound quality
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus review: better sound, even better stamina
Samsung has made impressive progress with its latest true wireless earbuds