This story is part of the 2023 Gear Patrol Tech Awards. To see the full list of winners, click here.
There are headphones and earphones out there right now for everybody and everything. Commuting or traveling? Get a pair of headphones or wireless earbuds with active noise-cancellation. Do you frequently exercise? Get a pair with a high IP rating. Want to listen to the best quality audio? There are endless wired headphones that you can choose from. On a budget? You've got options, too.
We've reviewed a lot of headphones and wireless earbuds over the years. Below, you'll find our favorites available in 2023.
To learn more about our testing methodology and how we evaluate products, head here.
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Best All-Around Noise-Canceling Headphones
Sony WH-1000XM5
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Best Wireless Earbuds for Workouts
Beats Fit Pro
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Best Wireless Earbuds Under $50
Amazon Echo Buds (2023)
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Best ANC Headphones Under $100
Anker Soundcore Space One
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Wireless Earbuds With the Best Design
Nothing Ear (Stick)
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Best ANC Wireless Earbuds
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)
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Best Affordable Open-Back Headphones
Grado SR80x
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Best High-End Open-Back Headphones
Focal Utopia (2022)
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Best Planar Magnetic Headphones
Audeze LCD-5
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Best All-Around Noise-Canceling Headphones
Sony WH-1000XM5
Best Wireless Earbuds for Workouts
Beats Fit Pro
Best Wireless Earbuds Under $50
Amazon Echo Buds (2023)
Best ANC Headphones Under $100
Anker Soundcore Space One
Wireless Earbuds With the Best Design
Nothing Ear (Stick)
Best ANC Wireless Earbuds
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)
Best Affordable Open-Back Headphones
Grado SR80x
Best High-End Open-Back Headphones
Focal Utopia (2022)
Best Planar Magnetic Headphones
Audeze LCD-5
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