Best headphone deals for October 2026

Bowers & Wilkins' latest set of cans are the best we've seen so far, as demonstrated in our 5-star Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 headphones review. They've got some of the best sound we've ever heard for the price, and they're also some of the most comfortable headphones you can put on your head. 30 hours of battery makes sure they'll last a long time, and they've got a super sturdy protective case.

I don't need expensive headphones, I just need good sound and good battery life. And these ones tick both those boxes, as they're our new pick for the best headphones you can buy on a budget. In our CMF Headphones Pro review my colleague Nikita Achanta praised their premium sound, excellent set of features and lightweight, stylish design. The only downsides were the weak treble and call quality, but these headphones are amazing for less than $100.

The AirPods Max 2 are Apple's latest flagship over-ears, with hi-res audio playback via USB-C and Bluetooth, seamless Siri integration and smart features like Live Translation, intuitive controls, and a sleek, iconic design. You also get better noise cancelation, but the battery life remains at 20 hours.

The Marshall Monitor III made our list of the best headphones because of their incredible battery life. These retro-looking headphones deliver up to 100 hours of battery life are great for listening on the go. They're also extremely comfy, and we really appreciate their intuitive physical controls.

The Sennheiser HDB 630 are some of the best headphones we've tested. Instead of pursuing active noise canceling, Sennheiser has put everything into the sound of the headphones — including a magical Bluetooth dongle for devices that don't support high-quality connections. 60 hours of battery certainly doesn't harm things either.

The new Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) are here. Not only are they incredibly comfortable and easy to use, they deliver some of the best active noise canceling of any headphones we've tested. However, they offer just 24 hours of battery life — rivals like the Sony WH-1000XM6 last longer.

The Jlab Jbuds Lux ANC made our list of the best noise-canceling headphones as the best pair for under $100. You get great audio with Dolby Atmos and Spatial Audio support, up to 70 hours of battery life and strong active noise canceling capabilities to boot.

The JBL Live 780NC are a great pair of headphones at full price — when discounted, they're amazing. During our tests, our reviewer loved their improved audio with more balanced and immersive sound compared to the previous JBL Live 770NC headphones. You also get up to 80 hours of battery life.

Our Sony WH-1000XM6 review said that while these headphones don’t reinvent the wheel, that’s no bad thing considering how excellent their predecessors are. Their excellent audio quality and active noise canceling continue to impress, and they now have improved clarity and codec support. You also get up to 30 hours of battery life with active noise canceling enabled, or up to 40 hours without.

The Soundcore Q20i are comfortable, cheap headphones that get the job done with solid sound and noise canceling. They're available in a few colors as well, but the price can vary depending on which one you want.

Our AirPods Pro 3 review said these are a big upgrade over the old model, with a new, more secure fit and 2 hours more battery life. The active noise canceling is some of the best around as well, all while being significantly cheaper than the competition.

The AirPods 5 with ANC start at just $129, making them cheaper than the AirPods 4 ANC. These AirPods have active noise canceling as standard, and Apple's powerful H2 chip for integrated Siri AI features.

As we said in our AirPods 5 review, the AirPods 5 are simply so much better than the AirPods 4. These AirPods have active noise canceling as standard, and Apple's powerful H2 chip for integrated Siri AI features. This deal is for the version that comes with a wireless charging case.

The Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds are a significant upgrade over their predecessors. They boast excellent sound quality, customizable EQ, and great battery life. The noise cancellation excels, offering complete silence even in loud situations. The design is great, despite the slightly larger charging case. These are a highly recommended upgrade for superior quiet and sound control.

In our Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 review, we said they bring audiophile sound profile to the table, making them a whole load more tempting than the similarly priced competition. Good noise canceling and a small charging case make even more of a case for your money.

The CMF Buds Pro pack some great features in for a bargain price. The active noise canceling is excellent, the fit is very comfortable, and the 43 hours of battery life is exemplary.

The Tribit FlyBuds C3 are surprisingly good for the price. They provide solid sound quality and active noise canceling, and they look sleek too. You get up to 35 hours of battery life.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are a major upgrade to the flagship earbud line, combining excellent bassy sound, incredible ANC, and a slew of AI features. We even said they had "AirPods-level sound quality" — and rank them as one of the best wireless earbuds you can buy.

The EarFun Air Pro 4 Plus perform like much pricier earbuds. With an unkillable 45-hour battery life and dual drivers for rich bass and melodic treble, these earbuds are the best option for audiophiles on a serious budget.

These earbuds can do it all: surprisingly excellent sound quality, an impressive IP66 durability rating, 26 hours battery life, and 3 ANC modes. Our JLab Go Pods ANC review said these are truly some of the best cheap wireless earbuds money can buy.

These AirPods 4 have all the same great features as the base AirPods 4, except they also include Active Noise Cancellation. They also feature Adaptive Audio, Transparency mode, and Voice Isolation.

While they aren't technically true wireless, on account of the wire that connects the buds, the Flex are a great pair of fitness earbuds. They're super comfortable thanks to their lightweight, and this saving is a solid discount.

The Beyerdynamic Amiron ZERO open-earbuds are the ones to beat. They have excellent sound quality with impressive detail, and the simple app with customizable EQ settings gives you complete control. They’re comfortable to wear for long periods, and have an IP54 durability rating. The battery life is 20 hours (less than many other models on the market), but this isn’t a deal breaker.

The Sony WF-C710N are our new choice for the best wireless earbuds under $150. They excelled in pretty much every category in our Sony WF-C710N review, delivering impressive sound, strong active noise canceling and amazing bass. Plus, their battery life lasts up to 33.5 hours with ANC off or up to 30 hours with ANC on. And their Glass Blue colorway looks amazing.

The Beats Solo Buds are a great pair of budget buds, with a secret up their clear crimson sleeves. There's 18 hours of battery life in the buds themselves, so you'll be listening non-stop. Sound quality is excellent for something so cheap and small too, and the case is positively tiny. We loved them in our 4-star Beats Solo Buds review, particularly the Spatial Audio support.

Google's Pixel Buds Pro 2 are improved in almost every way imaginable. Not only are they much more compact and lighter, but they have improved noise cancellation as well to mitigate ambient noise. There's also a transparency mode that allows you to hear more of the world around you when you need it.
Price check: $189 @ Best Buy