Audio Best Picks

Looking for the best wireless earbuds from Apple, Bose, Sennheiser, Sony, and more? This is the ultimate guide to all the top-performing models we've tested, ranked and rated by our experts.

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

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

Stay connected to voice calls and video conversations with the best headphones with built-in mics, based on our real-world testing.

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

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

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 headsets and headphones for working from home offer crystal-clear audio for voice and video calls. Here are our picks based on our extensive testing.