Whether you're after in-ears that'll slip in your pocket, a pair of on-ears to really feel that bass, or some volume-controlled headphones for the kids to use without damaging their ears: there's no better combination of sound quality and convenience than going wireless.
This list features many of the big hitters in headphones and portable audio – including Apple, Beats and Sennheiser – so you can be confident there's quality among the dozen.
Apple AirPods
The second generation of the already iconic AirPods sound better than ever. Designed to work seamlessly across all your Apple and Bluetooth devices, switching between them is effortless too. You don’t even need to touch the buds to bring up Siri: simply ask to switch tracks, turn up the volume, make a call and more.
£159.00 (Guide price)
Product code: 264176
Rated 4-star by What Hi-Fi?. Read full review.
Beats Solo 3 Wireless
With their lighter design and adjustable fit, these wireless on-ear headphones are perfect for taking on your travels, and their 40-hour battery life means you can listen for longer. They’re compatible with any Bluetooth device, and you can control by voice when using Siri.
£249.00 (Guide price)
Product code: 178085
Beats X
These wireless in-ears pair with any Bluetooth device and are even compatible with Siri. The clever neckband design means they’re always to hand, and there’s an eight-hour battery life ideal for being out and about. There’s also a built-in microphone, remote and volume control for calls and music.
£129.00 (Guide price)
Product code: 250836
Goji Kids
Kids can enjoy their favourite music, games and learning apps in comfort with the Goji Kids Headphones. Volume is limited to protect little ears, and the leather and memory-foam earcups help dim background noise so your kids can focus in loud environments.
£12.99 (Guide price)
Product code: 127891
Jabra Elite 75t
Designed to stay put on the go, these also come with noise filtering so you’re always heard on calls. Get 7.5 hours of playback on a single charge and up to 28 hours from the charging case.
£169.00 (Guide price)
Product code: 746176
JBL Junior 300BT
Keep your little one entertained with the help of JBL Junior headphones. The volume is capped, so they won’t damage their hearing while enjoying a cartoon, educational app or audiobook. There are no wires, as these have a Bluetooth connection with a 12-hour battery life.
£39.99 (Guide price)
Product code: 262707
JBL Tune 120 TWS
Worried in-ear headphones will mean a lack of bass? Well, JBL has you covered with these true-wireless headphones. The in-built Pure Bass feature makes you really feel that extra dose of low end when you’ve got a banging track on the go. You’ve also got a built-in mic for calls, or to control music playback with your voice assistant.
£89.99 (Guide price)
Product code: 506485
JVC Tinyphones HA-KD7
Specially designed for kids, JVC’s Tinyphones are perfect for keeping little ones entertained on long journeys as well as at home. To protect their ears, the headphones have a limited maximum volume. Available in a range of vibrant colours, they come with fun stickers so your kids can personalise them.
£14.99 (Guide price)
Product code: 194145
Pioneer HDJ-X5BT
The sound quality on these HDJ- X5BT over-ear DJ headphones is amazing. You’ll hear crisp, clear notes and deep, hearty bass tones whether you’re on the street or in the DJ booth at party central. And, with wireless Bluetooth connectivity, they remove one more cable from your set-up and set you loose to prepare tracks.
£140.00 (Guide price)
Product code: 506476
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless
Designed for a comfy fit, plus up to four hours of battery life – and eight more from the charging case – these buds let you launch Siri or Google Assistant and take calls. All with Sennheiser’s brilliant sound quality and EQ control on the app.
£249.00 (Guide price)
Product code: 254935
Rated 4-star by What Hi-Fi?. Read full review.
Skullcandy Indy
Skullcandy Indy true-wireless in-ear headphones are both sweat- and water-resistant, making them ideal for use at the gym or on that morning run. Battery can last up to four hours, with three extra charges available from the case. They’re compatible with iOS and Android devices and work with Google Assistant too.
£69.99 (Guide price)
Product code: 510967
Skullcandy Sesh
Kill your wires not your wallet, with these true wireless in-ears. They come with a charging case that triples their three-hour battery life, and they’re also sweat-, water- and dust-resistant. Ideal for heavy workouts or rainy days. And, with a tap of your finger, you can take calls, change tracks, adjust volume and even activate your voice assistant.
£49.99 (Guide price)
Product code: 587282
Urbanista Stockholm
These are truly wireless, with a built-in mic and controls on the side, so you can take calls, control your music and speak to your voice assistant without grabbing your phone. They offer 14 hours’ total play time, with 3.5 hours per charge.
£89.99 (Guide price)
Product code: 731820
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