Best wireless headphones 2022

Product of the year

Best wireless headphones over £300

Sony WH-1000XM5

Sony WH-1000XM5

Sony's sensational wireless headphones set a new benchmark

Best buys

Best wireless earbuds under £100

Sony WF-C500

Sony WF-C500

Brilliant budget true wireless earbuds

Best wireless earbuds £100-£200

Sony WF-1000XM4

Sony WF-1000XM4

Sony delivers another stunning pair of true wireless earbuds

Best wireless earbuds over £200

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II

Bose's flagship noise-cancelling earbuds have never sounded better

Best wireless headphones under £150

Sennheiser HD 250BT

Sennheiser HD 250BT

An affordable, portable and truly likeable set of wireless headphones

Best wireless headphones £150-£300

Sony WH-1000XM4

Sony WH-1000XM4

Sony’s excllent wireless headphones deliver a sonic masterclass

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