The Best Wireless Headphones

Wireless headphones let you listen to podcasts or music while on the move, without being connected to your audio device. The best headphones can connect wirelessly to your laptop, phone or record player via Bluetooth or another protocol.

The active noise cancellation system minimizes the low rumble from chatty coworkers and bus engines. They are also extremely comfortable to wear over long periods of time.

1. Sony WH-1000XM5

The WH1000XM5s are Sony's top-of-the-line headphones. The WH-1000XM5s are a significant upgrade over the XM4s. They feature superior noise cancellation and smart features. The headphones are a bit more expensive, but have an elegant look and feel. These headphones are a great option for frequent travelers or commuters.

The new headphones are made of recycled plastic and feature a sleek minimalist design. They're lighter than earlier models, and also more comfortable. The headband has been padded with soft material to make it more comfortable. The earcups are also made smaller to allow them to be worn closer to the ear for less leakage of sound.

The headphones feature an automatic adaptive ANC that is able to alter the volume depending on the environment you're in. The ANC does not block as much low-frequency noise as Bose's QuietComfort 45 or QC45 Wireless, but it still does a great job of combating high-frequency and mid-frequency sounds, such as office chatter and plane engine roar.

Wearing Detection is another useful feature that detects when you remove your headphones, and automatically stops the music. The music will resume as soon as you put them on again. Speak-to-Chat lets you communicate with a person without taking off your headphones. It's a good idea however it's not perfect. Sometimes, the audio may change back after you've finished talking.

The DSEE HX Extreme Audio Processing Engine from Sony is also included. This feature upscales compressed audio to give it more clarity and clarity. This is not a feature that you'll come across every day, but it makes a big difference when listening high-resolution music.

These headphones are compatible with Bluetooth 5.0 which allows for higher bitrate streaming than other headsets. This should improve their performance when you stream music from your mobile phone, laptop or tablet. They also support multi-point connections so you can pair them with two devices at the same at the same time. This is especially helpful when you want to listen to music while using the device for hands-free phone calls.

2. Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless

The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless aren't the most distinctive of the crowd however it doesn't mean they're not a great pair of headphones. These over-ear headphones offer outstanding noise cancellation and an incredible 60 hours of battery. This is nearly double the length of most competitors. The Sony WH1000XM5 or blue tooth headphone Bowers & Wilkins PX8 wireless can provide 30 to 40 hours of battery life. The MOMENTUM's impressive battery life is due to several power-saving functions including sleep and on-head detector.

Sennheiser headphones are among the best Bluetooth headsets available. They offer a well-balanced blend of powerful bass and warm mids, which don't overwhelm each other. The high-end is clear without being bright or piercing, and the headphone's excellent clarity makes it able to handle action film soundtracks that have plenty of brash. The Control app lets you alter the sound profile and even add an EQ. This makes it simple to personalize the headphones to suit your preferences.

The MOMENTUM Wireless is a little less durable than the wired version but still feels sturdy and well-built. Their comfortable ear pads are also soft and supple and sit securely on the head. I used them all day, whether working at home or on the plane. However, they are not ideal for exercising, as they can slip off your ears if you are moving quickly.

As with their predecessors, the MOMENTUM 4's ANC performance is excellent but not as high-quality as the Sony WH-1000XM5. They do a good job of blocking out background noise and low rumbles from plane and bus engines, but not so well at removing passengers' chatter. They have the additional benefit of supporting aptX which has more bitrates than AAC and SBC.

The earcups on the Sennheisers can pivot to lay flat, but don't fold like some other models. The headphones are small enough to fit into their carrying case, which is hard and they are not in use, making them ideal for commute and travel.

3. Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2

The latest generation of Bowers & Wilkins' flagship wireless headphones are among the best over-ear noise-canceling headsets available. They are in close competition with top contenders such as Bose's QuietComfort 65, while offering premium build quality, impressive comfort, and audiophile sound performance. Contrary to other high-end Bluetooth headsets, they don't have a variety of fancy features or touch-based gesture controls they are instead designed to provide an audio experience that is as immersive and as enjoyable as it can be.

The Px7's S2's ANC is effective at attenuating background noise. It isolates well against low-frequency sounds, such as plane and bus engines and mid-range sounds, such as office chatter and high-pitched laptop fans. The ANC of the Px7 S2 is less effectively against higher-frequency sounds, like traffic and conversations however, it does a superior job at removing them. The Bowers & Wilkins app also allows you to adjust your ANC to fit your hearing.

They feature a premium design, with a sleek headband and earcups with leatherette memory foam padding. The headphones weigh a bit more than the other top over-ear noise-canceling headsets however their robust construction and well-thought-out design make them feel well worth the cost. The headphones are comfortable to wear for long periods of time, whether at home, work or on a long flight.

Bowers & Wilkins Px7S2's dynamic drivers with 40mm deliver powerful bass, crisp treble, and detailed imaging. They offer a full and dynamic sound with an airy space between the sound elements making them a great option for listening to music or podcasts. They support aptX Adaptive Codec which allows you to stream hi-res audio at minimal latency.

The Px7 S2's controls are easy to use, with the play/pause button as well as the volume up and down buttons on the right earcup. The buttons are tactile and the texture makes for a premium feel of these headphones. The headphones are stable on the ear and won't drop off your head. They fold into a small case to make transport easy.

4. V-Moda S-80

Generally speaking, you get what you get when it comes to wireles headphones but the V-Moda S-80 are an exception. They're among the most attractive wireless headphones around and boast a slick sturdy design. Unfortunately, they cost almost as much as the Sony WH-1000XM5 and Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 -- a lot of money for a pair of on-ear headphones.

The V-Moda S-80 is the first wireless headphones with bluetooth-only blue tooth headphone by the company. It can be placed on your head or wrapped around your neck as a personal speaker (earcups facing upwards). They're tuned to provide a clear sound that enhances contemporary electronic music and supports advanced audio codecs like Qualcomm's aptX HD. They feature magnetic shields that can be interchanged and are customizable in colors, so you can make your headphones distinctive in style that matches your outfit.

The S-80 is a nice change from the M-Series however, they do have some flaws that make them less than ideal for all. The 12.5 ounces of weight makes them feel heavy, especially when worn on the ears. This causes pressure on the ear, which can cause an earache within a matter of hours. The headband can also be somewhat stiff and can be uncomfortable to wear the headphones around your neck.

The S-80 has poor noise cancellation. Even at moderate volume, you can hear background noise. It's not an issue however, the absence of ANC means that you'll likely want to limit the amount of time you listen to music to around 20 hours per charge.

Finally, the S-80's lack of a 3.5mm port hinders connectivity and might hinder their use for intense physical activity. They're not foldable and don't have a case, which makes it difficult to transport and store. However, the S-80's robust construction and superior sound quality help to offset these limitations. They also have a two-year warranty as well as the Immortal Life Program guarantee that gives you a new pair for 50% of their retail price in the event that they fail to function, suffer scratched, or lose value.