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Expert reviews and analysis of the best headphones & earbuds products

Philips TAH8000E Review: Future-Proof Features for Under £100

Philips TAH8000E Review: Future-Proof Features for Under £100

The Philips TAH8000E stands out with a replaceable battery, USB-C audio, and Auracast support, making it one of the most forward-thinking headphones under £100. Whilst sound quality is warm but muffled and ANC is average, its future-proof features and 40+ hour battery life deliver solid value.

3.9
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Nothing Headphone (1) Review

Nothing Headphone (1) Review

The Nothing Headphone (1) delivers exceptional value with KEF-tuned sound, effective ANC, and up to 80 hours battery life. Whilst the headband could be more luxurious, the physical controls, transparent design, and comprehensive features make it one of 2025's most exciting audio products.

4.6
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HyperX Cloud III S Wireless Review: The Return of Excellence

HyperX Cloud III S Wireless Review: The Return of Excellence

The HyperX Cloud III S Wireless delivers exceptional battery life of up to 120 hours via 2.4GHz and 200 hours via Bluetooth, alongside dual wireless connectivity and comfortable HyperX signature comfort.

4.0
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Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Review: Revolutionary Bone Conduction Sound

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Review: Revolutionary Bone Conduction Sound

The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 delivers exceptional sound quality for bone conduction technology, outstanding comfort, and remarkable battery life. Perfect for outdoor athletes who need to hear their surroundings without sacrificing audio enjoyment.

4.0
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Google Pixel Buds 2a Review: ANC for £149

Google Pixel Buds 2a Review: ANC for £149

Google Pixel Buds 2a bring active noise cancellation to the A-Series with Tensor A1 chip, 7-hour battery life, and spatial audio at £149 — democratising premium features.

3.9
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Bose QuietComfort Earbuds Review: Premium Audio Expertise at Accessible Price

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds Review: Premium Audio Expertise at Accessible Price

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds deliver world-class active noise cancellation, excellent 8.5-hour battery life, and rich sound quality at £179, making them a compelling mid-range option despite some sizing limitations.

4.0
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Skullcandy Aviator 900 ANC Review: Icon Returns with Premium Ambitions

Skullcandy Aviator 900 ANC Review: Icon Returns with Premium Ambitions

The Skullcandy Aviator 900 ANC brings back an iconic design with modern features including adaptive ANC, THX Spatial Audio, and exceptional 50-hour battery life, challenging premium competitors at £249.99.

4.0
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Nothing Ear (3) Review: Premium Wireless Earbuds with Innovative Super Mic

Nothing Ear (3) Review: Premium Wireless Earbuds with Innovative Super Mic

The Nothing Ear (3) combines distinctive transparent design with impressive technical capabilities, delivering 45dB hybrid ANC, Hi-Res LDAC audio, and an innovative Super Mic case for enhanced voice recording. At £179, these premium wireless earbuds offer excellent sound quality and thoughtful features.

4.4
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JBL Tour One M3 Review: Premium Headphones with Auracast Technology

JBL Tour One M3 Review: Premium Headphones with Auracast Technology

JBL's Tour One M3 brings premium audio quality, effective noise cancellation, and innovative Auracast technology in a comfortable package that challenges Sony and Bose.

4.3
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Soundcore AeroClip Review: Lightweight Open-Ear Earbuds for Sports

Soundcore AeroClip Review: Lightweight Open-Ear Earbuds for Sports

The Soundcore AeroClip delivers surprisingly good audio quality for open-ear earbuds under £130. Lightweight, comfortable, and secure during exercise, they excel for sport whilst maintaining awareness of surroundings.

3.6
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Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro Review: Feature-Rich Earbuds

Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro Review: Feature-Rich Earbuds

Modern and innovative, Soundcore’s Liberty 4 Pro earbuds stand out through their many features and an “intelligent” charging case with a built-in display. However, a few audio tweaks are necessary to avoid listening fatigue if you’re looking for a more natural sound balance.nnnn<h2 id="overvie

4.0
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Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Review: Sporty Bone Conduction Redefined

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Review: Sporty Bone Conduction Redefined

Shokz released its newest generation of bone conduction headphones, the OpenRun Pro 2, in August 2024. Since then, many top-level athletes have been spotted wearing them during their training sessions. Should you follow suit and get a pair? After a month of use, we’ve come to appreciate their app

4.0
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Best Wireless Earbuds 2025: Top Picks for Every Budget

Best Wireless Earbuds 2025: Top Picks for Every Budget

Which Wireless Earbuds Should You Choose?Wireless earbuds have become essential daily companions, offering convenience, portability, and impressive audio performance. But with so many options available, choosing the right pair can feel overwhelming. In this guide, we pre

4.0
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Sony LinkBuds Fit: Comfort, Great Sound, and Sporty Flair

Sony LinkBuds Fit: Comfort, Great Sound, and Sporty Flair

In Brief: Sony LinkBuds FitA spin-off of Sony’s premium WF-1000XM5 earphones, these mid-range true wireless earbuds deliver standout audio fidelity, a secure fit for exercise, and a decent active noise cancellation (ANC). They’re far from perfect—battery life and ANC lag behind Sony’s hi

4.0
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JBL Live Flex 3 Review: Powerful and Original Earphones

JBL Live Flex 3 Review: Powerful and Original Earphones

Like their semi in-ear counterparts in the JBL Live range (the Live Beam 3), the Live Flex 3 are open-design earphones vaguely inspired by AirPods. They include noise-cancelling technology aimed at anyone who dislikes silicone tips but still wants some isolation from the outside world.Thes

4.0
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Sennheiser Accentum Plus Review: Ergo &amp; Tech

Sennheiser Accentum Plus Review: Ergo &amp; Tech

ProsPowerful, versatile sound.Excellent battery life.Intuitive and responsive controls.Comprehensive connectivity.Very comfortable.Hands-free kit usable in all circumstances.ConsImprecise trebles.Lack o

4.0
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Sennheiser RS 5200: Superior TV Audio Experience

Sennheiser RS 5200: Superior TV Audio Experience

ProsUser-friendly with superb sound quality.Innovative under-chin design for comfort.Long battery life and replaceable battery.Pre-paired with transmitter for easy setup.ConsRelatively expensive.Unconventional chin-band

4.0
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JLab Work Buds Review: Top In-Ears for Office

JLab Work Buds Review: Top In-Ears for Office

ProsWarm sound qualityDetachable microphoneLong battery life (10 hours and 41 minutes)ConsSomewhat dull soundLimited app featuresBecomes uncomfortable over time n n Ord

4.0
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Sennheiser HD 660S2: Studio-Quality Sound

Sennheiser HD 660S2: Studio-Quality Sound

ProsExceptionally balanced sound profileProfoundly deep bassConsSomewhat high clamping pressure n n Amazon USn

4.0
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Sony Inzone Buds Review: Gaming and Audio Combined

Sony Inzone Buds Review: Gaming and Audio Combined

ProsExceptional audio quality for this format.Successful sound immersion.Long battery life on a single charge (especially with Bluetooth LE Audio).Dual connectivity.Customisable controlsConsUnnatural microphone capture.<

4.0
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Razer Blackshark V2 Pro (2023) Review: Powerful Sound

Razer Blackshark V2 Pro (2023) Review: Powerful Sound

ProsPowerful and efficient sound.Excellent microphone quality.Marathon-like battery life.Comfortable and ventilated wear.User-friendly application with extensive settings.ConsLack of high-frequency definition.No

4.0
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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Review: The Restyled Headphones

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Review: The Restyled Headphones

The QuietComfort Ultra (or QC Ultra Headphones) succeeds the Headphones 700 as the top model in Bose's range of headphones. Despite a complete redesign, it offers few innovations compared to its predecessor but remains one of the most high-performing headphones currently available.Pros</h

4.0
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Sony WF-1000XM5: Superior Sound & Universal Compatibility

Sony WF-1000XM5: Superior Sound & Universal Compatibility

The Sony WF-1000XM5s have proven themselves as outstanding in-ear headphones in our tests, boasting superb sound quality, exceptional noise-cancelling, and long battery life. Their features are just what one would expect from modern in-ears: Bluetooth multipoint connectivity, wireless charging, w

4.0
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Jabra Elite 8 Active Review: Engaging Sound and Durability

Jabra Elite 8 Active Review: Engaging Sound and Durability

Jabra expands its top-of-the-range in-ear headphones with the Elite 8 Active and Jabra Elite 10, designed to deliver first-rate sound performance under all circumstances, especially during sports activ

4.0
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Jabra Elite 10 Review: Finally Offers Noise Cancellation

Jabra Elite 10 Review: Finally Offers Noise Cancellation

Prosnn Clear, rich, and energetic audio quality.n Exceptional comfort level.n Respectable active noise cancellation.n Ample battery life.n User-friendly, comprehensive controls.n Transparent and feature-rich application.n

4.0
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Beats Studio Pro – Noise Cancelling Headphones

Beats Studio Pro – Noise Cancelling Headphones

Compatible with both iPhones and Android, and featuring a wired connection via USB-C, the Beats Studio Pro is not just another pair of headphones. But is it better than the rest?Pros30-hour battery life with ANCUsable whilst chargingCompatible with USB-C aud

4.0
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Beats Studio Buds + – Noise Cancelling Earbuds

Beats Studio Buds + – Noise Cancelling Earbuds

The Studio Buds + is an improved version of the Studio Buds, offering better voice pickup, improved noise reduction, and longer battery life. They also come with a few extra features.nProsnn Wide sound stagen Lightweight, comfortable earphonesn Effective noise r

4.0
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Technics EAH-AZ80E-K Wireless Earbuds

Technics EAH-AZ80E-K Wireless Earbuds

With its AZ80, Technics is playing in the big league by offering headphones that focus on sound quality but also on multipoint Bluetooth connectivity. Here is their full review.ProsBalanced and accurate soundComfortable earphonesMulti-point connection to thr

4.0
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Sony WF-C700N True Wireless ANC Earbuds

Sony WF-C700N True Wireless ANC Earbuds

The Sony WF-C700N earphones are equipped with an active noise reduction system and promise improved listening conditions in noisy environments and excellent battery life at a reasonable price. These ultra-lightweight earphones are also 360 Reality Audio compatible.nProsnn Rich, det

4.0
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Corsair HS55 Wireless Gaming Headset

Corsair HS55 Wireless Gaming Headset

Prosnn Neat designn Dual 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth connectivityn Overall ergonomicsn Fast chargingnnConsnn Plastic is too presentnnThe Corsair HS55 Wireless Gamer Headset is an entry-level wireless headset from Corsair

4.0
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Nothing Ear (2) - Wireless ANC Headphones

Nothing Ear (2) - Wireless ANC Headphones

Nothing returns to its first love with a new pair of wireless headphones, the Nothing ear (2). The format of the first model has been retained, but with many improvements. Here is our detailed review of the Nothing ear (2).nProsnn Bluetooth multipoint compatibilityn Compr

4.0
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Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9 Truly Wireless Earbuds

Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9 Truly Wireless Earbuds

Audio-Technica is entering the premium True Wireless headphone market with the ATH-TWX9. As an eminent specialist in microphones, phono cells and headphones, the Japanese manufacturer naturally has a right to do so. On the programme: a new transducer, Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound technology to manage B

4.0
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Soundcore Anker Liberty 4 Noise Cancelling Earbuds

Soundcore Anker Liberty 4 Noise Cancelling Earbuds

Anker launched a new true-wireless earbud with the Soundcore Liberty 4. It features noise-cancelling and aims to impress with great sound. This intention is familiar, and the Anker headphones sound like the next interchangeable model in the big True-Wireless world. However, the Soundcore Liberty 4 h

4.0
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Sony WF-1000XM4 Noise Cancelling Headphone

Sony WF-1000XM4 Noise Cancelling Headphone

ProsExceptionally dynamic and accurate soundHighly effective active noise reductionExcellent comfort, very pleasant ear tip foamLong battery life for true wirelessCompact storage caseSplash-proof (IPX4)ConsBass

4.0
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CREATIVE Sensemore Air True Wireless Headphones

CREATIVE Sensemore Air True Wireless Headphones

Good headphones don't have expensive. This is proven, for example, by the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 and the JBL Live Pro+. However, many models have no or only mediocre noise-cancelling on board. The Creative Sensemore Air is inexpensive and wants to compete with top Apple, Samsung or Sony models.nP

4.0
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Sennheiser Conversation Clear Plus - True Wireless

Sennheiser Conversation Clear Plus - True Wireless

ProsGood noise reductionGood voice reproductionExcellent battery lifeWireless charging casingConsVery high priceFew functions in the applicationNo customisable controlsIn 2021, faced with the diffic

4.0
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Soundcore by Anker Space Q45 Headphones

Soundcore by Anker Space Q45 Headphones

Prosnn Good soundn Good noise cancellingn Long battery lifennConsnn Basses a little loudn Slightly low fidelitynnLike its Life siblings, the latest member of the Soundcore family has round ear cups emblazoned with

4.0
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Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 Wireless Earbuds

Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 Wireless Earbuds

The B&amp;W Pi7 S2 not only look brilliant, but they also have a special extra. The review tells us what that is and whether the in-ears sound good.nOverviewnThe Bowers &amp; Wilkins Pi7 delivered a decent result in 2021 and offered a practical trick, which the noble manufacturer has incorp

4.0
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OnePlus Buds Pro 2 - Wireless Earphones

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 - Wireless Earphones

Featuring multipoint Bluetooth, dual drivers and active noise reduction, the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 are the Chinese manufacturer's new high-end headphones.nProsnn Very good sound qualityn Good call qualityn Good user comfortn Multipoint Bluetoothn</ul

4.0
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JBL Tour One M2 Wireless

JBL Tour One M2 Wireless

The JBL Tour One M2 is the new high-end headphone from the American manufacturer and replaces the Tour One. JBL has wholly revised its acoustics and delivers headphones with ANC that are as pleasant to wear as they are to listen to.nProsnn Powerful, balanced and detailed sound

4.0
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Sony INZONE H9 Noise Cancelling - Headset

Sony INZONE H9 Noise Cancelling - Headset

ProsGreat soundActive noise cancellationComfortable to wearGood softwareVery high qualityConsMicrophone sounds nasalThe <a href="https://truthful.reviews/sony-inzone-m10s-the-ultimate-480hz-oled-monitor/" d

4.0
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Sennheiser IE 600 In-Ear Headphones

Sennheiser IE 600 In-Ear Headphones

ProsPowerful sound, rich in detail and clear, good bassGood passive noise reductionFirm and comfortable fitConsThe sound insulation of the foam earpieces is a little lightOverviewThe IE 600 is the mid-ran

4.0
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SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 - Wireless

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 - Wireless

Prosnn Good, neutral sound qualityn Long battery lifen Very comfortable to wearnnConsnn Somewhat expensivennThe SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless can be connected to a device via Bluetooth, wireless or cable. It is compatib

4.0
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SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P - Wireless

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P - Wireless

Prosnn Long battery lifen Usable on all gaming systemsn USB-C adapter includedn Strong microphone with noise cancellingnnConsnn Expensiven<

4.0
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HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Prosnn Comfortable fitn Detachable noise cancelling microphonen Extremely long battery lifennConsnn Surround sound can only be used on the PCnnThe Hyper

4.0
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Corsair HS80 RGB WIRELESS Premium

Corsair HS80 RGB WIRELESS Premium

Prosnn Excellent sound qualityn Very comfortable to wearn RobustnnConsnn Less appealing designn Only compatible with PCnnIf you are looking for a solid headset with good sound, you should look closely at the Corsai

4.0
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Logitech G PRO X Wireless LIGHTSPEED

Logitech G PRO X Wireless LIGHTSPEED

ProsComfortable and robustVery good soundConsNo BluetoothMediocre microphone qualityThe Logitech Pro X Wire

4.0
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Corsair VIRTUOSO RGB WIRELESS XT

Corsair VIRTUOSO RGB WIRELESS XT

Prosnn Very good soundn High-quality build and thick paddingn Flawless microphonen Bluetooth and wired operation possiblennConsnn Huge pricennWith the Virtuoso RGB Wireless XT, Corsair has a wireless <a href="https

4.0
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ASUS ROG Delta S Wireless

ASUS ROG Delta S Wireless

Prosnn Strong sound qualityn Very chic Aura Sync lightingn Solid constructionn Very high quality microphone with good noise cancellationnnConsnn Expensiven USB cable fixednnWith the Delta S, Asus has adde

4.0
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HyperX HX-HSCOS-GM/WW Cloud Orbit S

HyperX HX-HSCOS-GM/WW Cloud Orbit S

Prosnn Connects via USB-A, USB-C or 3.5 mmn Very accurate 3D moden Head-tracking function for VR gamersnnConsnn Very expensivennHyperX wants to play in the top league and launches the Cloud Orbit S, a <a href="https://truthf

4.0
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Sennheiser TV Clear Set

Sennheiser TV Clear Set

ProsnnVery good sound qualitynNo time lag between picture and soundnCan compensate for hearing lossnnConsnnQuite expensivennnnIn-ear headphones for TVnnnnAt

4.0
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Google Pixel Buds Pro

Google Pixel Buds Pro

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4.0
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JBL Live Pro 2 TWS Earphones

JBL Live Pro 2 TWS Earphones

Prosnn Balanced soundn Solid voice qualityn Long battery lifen Useful ANCn High-quality charging cradlenreliable auto-pausennConsnn ANC &amp; voice quality are not sufficient in loud environmentsnnThe JBL

4.0
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Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2 MAX

Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2 MAX

The new Stealth 700 Gen 2 Max offers good quality, appealing sound, and high performance. However, these advantages come at a price, which the choice of materials and the microphone quality do not reflect. On the other hand, the app that comes with the headset urgently needs to be revised.nDesig

4.0
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SENNHEISER MOMENTUM 4 Wireless Headphones

SENNHEISER MOMENTUM 4 Wireless Headphones

Sennheiser completely revises the design of the series with the Momentum 4 Wireless. In terms of sound, the new ANC headphones are superior to the Sony WH-1000XM5, but not when it comes to ANC. The battery life of around 60 hours with ANC and the wearing comfort is just as convincing as the im

4.0
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Sennheiser CX Plus True Wireless Earbuds

Sennheiser CX Plus True Wireless Earbuds

In a nutshellnThe Sennheiser CX Plus shine with solid ANC, premium codecs and an above-average sound for the mid-price segment. In terms of price-performance ratio, the in-ears are among the best on the

4.0
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