Headphones: Buying Advice, Tips, and News

The second-generation AirPods Pro are the top true wireless earphones for Apple users thanks to their exceptional noise cancellation, excellent sound quality, and USB-C case.

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds offer the best in-ear noise cancellation you can get, with more immersive audio features and better Bluetooth codec support than their predecessors.

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones pump out robust sound and offer the best noise cancellation of any over-ear models we've tested.

Sony's true wireless WF-1000XM5 earphones offer superb sound quality, excellent noise cancellation, and a dizzying array of high-end features.

Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones pair top-notch noise cancellation with class-leading audio quality in a comfortable, attractive design.

The Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC true wireless earphones deliver on multiple fronts, with a rich sound signature, impressive noise cancellation, and a standout companion app for a reasonable price.

The stylish Urbanista Los Angeles headphones deliver deep bass, sculpted highs, and solid active noise cancellation in a unique design that supports solar-powered charging.

The noise-cancelling JBL Reflect Aero earphones offer a bass-forward (but customizable) audio experience and have the highest waterproof rating we’ve seen.

Jabra's Elite 10 noise-cancelling earphones make a splash with a waterproof design, effective noise cancellation, and a fully adjustable sound signature.