Audio Best Picks

These alternative ANC headphone models all offer comparable audio performance and features to rival the AirPods Max, but cost a lot less money.

The best Bluetooth speakers we've tested for home and outdoor sounds — rated for style, audio quality, connectivity, battery life and value.

Cut-price soundbars tested and rated for sound quality, connectivity and ease of use. Find out which of these great budget buys is best at boosting TV sound.

I tested some of the best wireless headphones around to see how they'd fare during a weeks worth of commutes. Here are my results.

The best over-ear headphones you can buy right now tested and rated for sound quality, noise-cancelling performance, comfort and features.

Our team of AV experts pick the best soundbars that bring the immersive sound of a movie theater into the home.

We've tested the best waterproof speakers on the market — here are the ones you should buy.

The best audiophile headphones deliver a top-flight audio experience — whether you're seeking a pair of wired over-ear cans or wireless in-ears, these are the best we've listened to.

The best cheap wireless headphones you can buy right now — from over-ears to earbuds, these are the top low-cost models we've tested.

The best smart speakers put Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri in your home to answer questions, control smart home devices, play music and more.