6 of the Best Headphone and Earbud Deals to Tune In and Tune Out

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Traffic. Lawn mowers. Construction. Screaming neighbors (or kids). There are plenty of contenders for the World’s Most Annoying Sound, but every owner of a quality pair of headphones knows they’re not just great for tuning out the din of a noisy environment. Popping those babies on and enjoying your favorite podcast or playlist can help increase your focus—and, for some people, your motivation to cross that workout or those chores off your to-do list.

But if it seems like your earbuds are losing their finesse, it’s not all in your head—or your ears. Sure, it could be a sign that your hearing isn’t what it used to be, but there’s also the possibility that your earbuds’ lifespan has run its course, and you need to invest in a new pair. But before you shell out the big bucks, consider these deals on six pairs of Wirecutter-approved headphones and wireless earbuds that can help you cut through the noise, no matter what you’re trying to hear (or block out).

JBL Reflect Aero TWS Earbuds — Top PickAmazon deal price: $70; street price: $100

What we like: IP68-rated water and dust protection. Stabilizing wings keep earbuds locked in place. Eight-hour battery life, and the charging case offers an additional 16 hours. Good bass-forward sound, excellent noise cancellation. Can function with just one earbud. Always-listening Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant support.

Other things to know: In-app EQ tweaking improves audio. Some people may find stabilizing wings uncomfortable during prolonged usage. Touch-based controls aren’t perfect. The case lacks wireless charging.

Read our review of the best workout headphones.

JLab Go Air Sport Wireless Headphones — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $21; street price: $30

What we like: Affordable, and offers solid audio quality. IP55 rating means this pair is good for sweat and dust resistance. Eight-hour battery life. Charging case holds an additional 24 hours of power.

Other things to know: No awareness or hear-through mode, though either earbud works independently, so you can leave one ear open for situational awareness. Large case likely won’t fit in a pocket. Only the black color is on sale.

Read our review of the best workout headphones.

1More Piston Fit BT Neckband Earbuds — Top PickAmazon deal price: $20 with clipped on-page coupon; street price: $25

What we like: They sound and feel more expensive than they are. Thin, lightweight neckband rests comfortably around the neck and coils for easy storage. Package includes four sizes of ear tips. Controls are easy to use. Eight-hour battery life.

Other things to know: IPX4 water-resistance rating. One-year warranty. Clip the on-page coupon to get the deal price.

Read our review of the best earbuds under $50.

Jabra Enhance Plus Hearing Augmenting Earbuds — Also GreatBest Buy deal price: $720; street price: $800

What we like: Best used as earbuds that you can tune to accommodate for hearing loss and occasionally serve to augment your hearing. Pair performs wonderfully as earbuds and okay as hearing aids. Our favorite earbud-style over-the-counter hearing aid.

Other things to know: Only a 10-hour battery life. Solely compatible with iOS devices.

Read our review of the best over-the-counter hearing aids and other hearing solutions.

1More SonoFlow Wireless ANC Headphones — Budget Pick1More deal price: $80 with code SONOFLOW20; street price: $100

What we like: Effective noise cancellation, adjustable sound. Lightweight and comfortable. Features five microphones, dual-device connectivity, and 50-hour battery life with ANC on.

Other things to know: The best noise-cancelling headphones around $100. Pair comes with a cable to use in wired mode, though ANC does not work in wired mode. Use coupon code SONOFLOW20.

Read our review of the best noise-cancelling headphones.

Jabra Elite 4 Active Earbuds — Notable CompetitionJabra deal price: $80; street price: $110

What we like: Durable and tough workout headphones with high water and dust resistance. Great fit, and they stay firmly in the ears during workouts. Intuitive and convenient media controls.

Other things to know: Device connectivity can be fussy at times, and the microphone sounds muffled on calls. Middling active noise cancellation.

Read our review of the best workout headphones.

This article was edited by Ignacia Fulcher.

Kaitlin Mahar

Kaitlin Mahar is a staff writer for Wirecutter’s Deals team. Her byline has appeared in Delish, Esquire, and Town & Country. When she’s not hunting for deals and fiercely defending the Oxford comma, she’s a proud cat parent, an avid yogi, and a co-producer and co-host of the podcast Crime Culture. Please tell your pets and grandparents she says hi.

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