The BeyerDynamic DT880s are very comfortable, with their soft cushion and perfect grip, plus they have a sound that has impressive all-round ability
Sony's MDR-NC500D headphones are reasonable by the standards of noise-cancellers, but they're far short of the quality offered by the best
They're not the easiest headphones to fit, but once you've got them in your ears there's much to admire about these Shures
These in-ears defy their curious shape by proving comfortable and – more importantly – a superbly balanced listen
These Shures shine when it comes to detail and clarity – but they find themselves up against some tough competition at this price-point
Senneheiser produces in-ear headphones for those who hate in-ears. Just watch out for the bass...
These are good noise cancelling headphones, but sound quality could be a lot better for the money
No marketing gimmickry at work here. These are serious cans – seriously good, that is
If you're a commuter who values their music, you have to give these a try
These AKGs are beautifully built and feel like they’d survive years of use with ease, but there are more entertaining headphones out there
The Bluetooth-enabled Backbeat 903 is a real wireless winner