Wireless headphones are all about empowerment. After all, you've now graduated from the wire, the training wheels of electronics, into wireless technology. But beware: wireless can be unwieldy. You're now a grungy cowboy (or cowgirl) responsible for taming the wild horse that is wireless technology. Thankfully, our choices for best wireless headphones have very few issues (if any) and are the best that we've had a chance to try.
Sennheiser Momentum Wireless
If a good set of wireless headphones is something you're prepared to shell out for, consider the excellent Sennheiser Momentum Wireless.
Where to start? The audio performance is killer, only helped by the supreme comfort of the leather-coated memory foam earpads. Active noise cancellation helps to keep out noises from the outside world.
Finally, these headphones feature a 22-hour battery life, which is long enough to get you through a flight overseas, and some. The only kicker? These are $499, which is a lot to swallow. But for what you're getting here, it's worth it.
- Read our Sennheiser Momentum Wireless review
Koss BT540i
If value is your main concern when looking for a set of headphones, you'll be pleased with the Koss BT540i. The Milwaukee, Wisc.-based Koss is known for providing a good bang-for-your-buck experience and these are no exception.
While these lack premium features like touch controls on the earcups or active noise cancellation, you'll hardly notice, what with the spectacular sound quality and comfy ear cushions.
These headphones provide a natural, well-balanced sound that's great for all genres of music. At $200, we think you'll be a happy camper with the BT540i.
- Read our Koss BT540i review
Oppo PM-1
This is for those of you with an insatiable desire to spend every last penny on a pair of wireless headphones. To break it down, the Oppo PM-1 cost as much as 92 pairs of Apple EarPods, 33 iPod Shuffles, but it's worth it if you're serious about music. Reviewer James Rivington enjoyed listening to Pink Floyd's The Wall and described it as "a totally magical, crystal clear experience, like staring into the bluest lagoon in a tropical dream you once had."
Lo-fi fans and those who don't scrutinize bitrate need not apply. The headphones don't do much to enliven rustic recordings. To get the best out of these pricey headphones, you'll want to be sure you're listening to lossless music files loaded onto your device, or through a service like Tidal.
- Read our Oppo PM-1 review
Beats Solo 2 Wireless
Despite the legacy behind the name, our reviewer Hugh Langley was cautious to swallow the pill without digging deep into the Beats Solo 2 Wireless headphones. After all, the headphones brand is known for pumping serious sound and offering iconic design. This comes at a cost, however. In the case of Beats Solo 2 Wireless, it chimes at the tune of $300.
To be fair, there are certain qualities we all like in a set of headphones and these have 'em: sleek design, great sound and long-lasting comfort. However, the signature feature in Beats headphones is one that some people may not be so fond of, namely, their heavy lean on bass.
Thankfully, Beats is moving on from their bass-heavy past and moving to a more balanced sound. This is evident as ever in the Beats Solo 2 Wireless and it's about time.
- Read our Beats Solo 2 Wireless review
Plantronics BackBeat Pro
The most "no-frills" wireless headphones on the list so far, the Plantronics BackBeat Pro are a slick, professional looking option with the beat to back it. The BackBeat Pro is easy to recommend based on looks alone, but more importantly, it speaks for itself with some seriously sweet features like 24-hour battery life, great sound and noise cancellation. At $250, we're starting to dip into "affordable" territory, and with the Plantronics BackBeat Pro, what better place to start your wireless adventures?
- Read our Plantronics BackBeat Pro review
JBL Synchros E40BT
If the selection we've provided so far has been a little out of reach financially, you'll like this next set of wireless headphones. For $99, the JBL Synchros E40BT are a surprisingly well-rounded choice. Not only do they look good, but they sound reasonably great for the price.
What makes these different from the others in this guide is that the Synchros E40BT are on-ear headphones, meaning that they rest on your ear cartilage. It's not always as uncomfortable as I make it sound, but some people hate it.
Reviewer Andrew Hayward praised the great sound, long battery life, but had issues with the pressure that the band presented against his ears. Are these right for you? If you're looking for an affordable, good-performing set of wireless headphones, check these out.
- Read our JBL Synchros E40BT review
Parrot Zik 2.0
For the over-ear wireless headphones with the most control, check out the Parrot Zik 2.0. While $400 may seem like a lot, you're getting a ton of functionality with the bundle. Compared to the original Zik, this improved model showcases the same design expertise, but adds some new functionality into the mix.
Setting the Zik 2.0 apart from other wireless headphones is its ability to be tweaked and tuned to the heavens. A companion app for Android and iOS enables music lovers to tweak the EQ to their desired flavor of sound.
Additionally, touch functionality, killer battery life and a signature style round out this offering.
Bose SoundLink on-ear
If you're a fan of the full-sized options put forward by legendary speaker company Bose, but have been waiting for a wireless option, your patience has just paid off.
The Bose SoundLink on-ear wireless headphones look a lot like the Bose QuietComfort 25, the wired over-ear options that we liked quite a bit. One major difference though is that the cord has been severed, allowing you to roam freely.
The SoundLink carries the same qualities as you'd expect: great sound, comfortable design and serviceable battery life. At $249, these are priced to move.
Sony MDR-10RBT
For low-cost wireless headphones capable of pumping out exceptional sound for 17 hours before needing another charge, check out Sony's MDR-10RBT.
Also simply known as Sony's "Premium Bluetooth Wireless Headphones", these over-ear headphones boast tight bass response and a slick design.
With features like one-touch connection with NFC and swiveling earcups for portability, $199 is close to being a steal.
Harman Kardon BT
The BT from Harman Kardon offer a sleek, retro aesthetic with steel and leather accents. Looking a lot like the Harman Kardon Soho Wireless, the BT is the over-ear model and, therefore, boasts a bigger sound.
These headphones come with some neat features, like the 180-degree swivel of the earcups. You can also swap out the leather headband between the included large and small sizes.
Priced at $250, these headphones are a great option for minimalists and on-the-go professionals.
We're constantly reviewing new wireless headphones, but let us know if there is a set that you'd like us to take a look at.
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