Best headphone deals for October 2024

Sony WH-1000XM5: was $398 now $285 @ Walmart
We rate the XM5 as the absolute best headphones on the market. The premium noise-cancelling headphones feature large, over-ear cushions, excellent active noise cancellation, and up to 40 hours of battery life, or up to 30 hours with ANC enabled.
Price check: $328 @ Amazon | $329 @ Best Buy

Bowers & Wilkins Px8: was $699 now $499 @ Amazon
The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 made our list of the best headphones as the best luxury pair of 'phones you can get. Their sophisticated sound, top-notch sound and up to 30 hour battery life make them a winner. Now that they're on sale for $200 off, you can get that premium feel for an even better price.

1More SonoFlow SE: was $54 now $43 @ Amazon
They may cost less than $55, but the 1More SonoFlow SE are still an incredible pair of headphones. Packing 50-hour battery life, robust sound, great ANC and excellent sound quality, these 'phones delivery pretty much everything you could want for a very low price. In our 1More SonoFlow SE review, we rated them 4/5 stars.

Sennheiser Momentum 4: was $379 now $249 @ Amazon
The Sennheiser Momentum 4 have the best battery life of any ANC headphones we've tested. They last up to 60 hours of playtime with ANC enabled, which is incredible. They also offer excellent sound quality, effective ANC and a robust design.

Sony WH-C520 Headphones: was $59 now $49 @ Amazon
Our Sony's WH-C520 headphones review said these headphones "deliver on battery life and performance."  They're 360 Reality Audio compatible for more 3D sound and you can customize EQ in the Sony Headphones app. Although there's no active noise cancelling function, they have built-in mics for hands-free voice and video calls and noise suppression processing to keep your voice sounding clear in noisy environments. They're also rated for up to 50 hours of battery life.
Price: $39 @ Walmart | $39 @ Best Buy

Anker Soundcore Space Q45: was $149 now $129 @ Amazon
These affordable headphones offer strong ANC and high-quality LDAC sound. Throw in long battery life and plenty of special features and you have an awesome budget buy. Call quality and Anker's digital assistant could use some work, though. Click the on-page coupon to get this deal.

Soundpeats Space: was $69 now $57 @ Amazon
In our Soundpeats Space review, we noted that these headphones have some stellar attributes but also some glaring flaws. They have incredibly long battery life that lasts up to 123 hours, with great sound quality, and a good transparency mode. They're also solidly built, despite their cheap asking price. However, they don't have good active noise cancelation and aren't good on calls. If those faults don't bother you, they're a decent buy. Click the on-page coupon for the full discount.

Apple AirPods 4 with ANC: $179 @ Amazon
Our AirPods 4 review said it best: "it's time to upgrade your old AirPods." The Apple AirPods 4 boast a new design, which Apple has refined with "50 million data points" to create the most comfortable AirPods ever.  They also feature deliver clearer calls with Voice Isolation, and a have new, hands-free way to interact with Siri. You also get USB-C charging and up to 30 hours of listening time. The ANC model also gets you access to Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio and Transparency mode, helping you stay immersed in what you're listening to.

Sony WF-1000XM5: was $299 now $227 @ Walmart
The Sony WF-1000XM5 top our list of the best wireless earbuds on the market. In our Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds review, we said they have some of the strongest active noise canceling around, outstanding sound quality and a great companion app. Getting the best fit can be a bit hit and miss, but once achieved, the performance with LDAC sources is spectacular.
Price check: $248 @ Amazon | $249 @ Best Buy

OnePlus Buds 3: was $99 now $68 @ Amazon
The OnePlus Buds 3 made our list of the best wireless earbuds as the best option under $100. Right now, they've fallen to an even lower price. Our OnePlus Buds 3 review praised their excellent sound quality, active noise canceling and excellent touch controls. They're also great on calls and you get features like up to 44 hours of battery life and IP55 rated water resistance.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 Earbuds: was $299 now $219 @ Amazon
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 Earbuds give contenders like the Sony WF-1000XM5 a serious run for their money. In our Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 review, we said they have well-balanced audiophile sound, class-leading aptX Lossless audio support, and effective ANC. In our best wireless earbuds ranking they take the spot for the best-sounding earbuds we've reviewed.

AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C): was $249 now $189 @ Amazon
The AirPods Pro 2 pack Apple's new H2 chip to provide 2x more noise cancellation than their predecessors. They also offer Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking for a more immersive audio experience. In our AirPods Pro 2 review, we said they take everything we loved about the original AirPods Pro to the next level. This deal is on the new model with USB-C. 

Jabra Elite 10: was $249 now $199 @ Best Buy
Equipped with Dolby Atmos, spatial audio support with head tracking, seamless Bluetooth multipoint with Bluetooth 5.3 and LE Audio, the Jabra Elite 10 deliver some of the best sound we’ve heard from a pair of wireless earbuds as well as powerful ANC. They’re also IP57 rated for dust and water resistance and last for up to 36 hours of battery life.
Price check: $229 @ Amazon 

Jabra Elite 8 Active: was $199 now $149 @ Amazon
The Jabra Elite 8 Active are an excellent choice of earbuds for fitness fans and those with active lifestyles. They have excellent sound quality and great ANC, long battery life, 3D sound and they're good on calls. Our Jabra Elite 8 Active review also said they're some of the most durable earbuds we've tested.

Mojawa Run Plus: was $159 now $129 @ Amazon
The Mojawa Run Plus bone conduction headphones deliver great sound quality, on land and in the water. In our review, we noted that they're light and comfortable to wear, and liked that they offer customizable sound profiles in the Mojawa app. We wish they had longer battery life, though.

Shokz OpenRun Pro: was $179 now $134 @ Amazon
Fitness expert Jessica Downey became a big fan of the Shokz OpenRun Pro after wearing them during a marathon earlier this year. The bone conduction technology provides an impressive level of sound quality, while allowing you to stay aware surrounding sounds. They can last for up to 10 hours, but if you don't have time for a full charge, a 5 minute quick charge nets you 1.5 hours of listening time.

EarFun Air 2: was $49 now $39 @ Amazon
The EarFun Air 2 sound way better than you'd expect for their low price tag. Audio Editor Lee Dunkley said "they're an excellent travel companion". On top of sounding great, they also offer a comfortable fit and Bluetooth 5.3 support with LDAC. As for battery life, they offer 9 hours of listening time which extends to 40 hours total with the charging case. The IPX7 rating also means you get strong water and sweat resistance. Click the on-page coupon for the full discount.

Donner DoBuds One: was $49 now $24 @ Amazon
In our Donner DoBuds One review, we said they offer great sound and strong ANC in a stylish package. They're also sweat and water resistant, and offer 6.5 hours of listening time with ANC on. That's more than the 2nd-Gen AirPods offer, and the Donner DoBuds One cost much less. Click the on-page coupon for the full discount.

Apple AirPods 3: was $179 now $129 @ Amazon
This deal slashes the price of the Apple AirPods 3. The redesigned AirPods (3rd gen) are powered by the Apple H1 chip and feature spatial audio technology, Adaptive EQ, sweat and water resistance and a battery life of up to 6 hours (which extends to 30 hours with the charging case).

EarFun Air: was $65 now $49 @ Amazon
These affordable earbuds deliver good sound quality, wireless charging, noise-cancelling mics for calls, and an IPX7 waterproof rating. However, we had trouble getting a good fit with the provided eartips. Click the on-page coupon for the full discount.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2: was $149 now $105 @ Amazon
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 offer customizable sound, good ANC and a comfortable fit. They’ve also got great functionality with the Galaxy Wearable app and wireless charging. They charge super fast, and can be topped off using PowerShare when they're running low on battery.