Hunting for a new pair of headphones or earbuds? We're here to help, as our team of experts has handpicked some of the finest deals on some of the best headphones we've tested in recent times.
Do remember that many headphone deals that look tempting due to major discounts are actually duds that aren't worth your time or money, even with big chunks taken from their price tags. That's why we are here to sort the wheat from the chaff and only highlight discounted models we've tried, tested and can honestly recommend, no matter the price.
Below you'll find the spiciest deals on the best headphones around, including current What Hi-Fi? Award winners, AirPods, and popular pairs from Sony, Bose, Sennheiser, Beyerdynamic and many more. Don't delay, they won't last forever!
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The best headphone deals (UK)
Sony WF-C500 was £90 now £39 at Amazon (save £51)
The best wireless budget earbuds out there, period. The Sony WF-C500 feature 20 hours of battery life, IPX4 splash resistance and Bluetooth 5.0, and are available in black, white, orange or mint. A great choice if you can stretch beyond the Earfun Air (also discounted below) but don't need the noise-cancelling functionality of the Award-winning Sony WF-C700N.
What Hi-Fi? Awards winner
Sony WF-C700N was £100 now £89 at Amazon (save £11)
Boasting impressive musicality and excellent levels of detail and insight, these comfortable, sport-friendly earbuds are well worth even their non-discounted price. The WF-C700N offer 7.5 hours of battery life per charge, multipoint Bluetooth and IPX4 water resistance, plus ANC.
What Hi-Fi? Awards winner
Apple AirPods Pro 2 was £229 now £211 at Amazon (save £18)
Apple’s flagship AirPods Pro 2 ANC earbuds are five-star favourites and a must-have for iOS die-hards. They boast impressive ANC, a hugely enjoyable sound, along with plenty of new features such as adaptive audio and conversation mode. This major saving is on the model with the USB-C case, just in case you thought you were getting a Lightning case instead.
Five stars
Sony WF-1000XM5 was £259 now £219 at Amazon (save £40)
The exemplary Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds sound more detailed, refined and accomplished than ever. They also pack in some of the most extensive features available for the price. We can't think of a rival pair of wireless buds that can touch them, and this discount is more than welcome.
What Hi-Fi? Awards winner
Apple AirPods Max was £549 now £499 at Amazon (save £50)
The hype for the Apple AirPods Max is justified. Usually a rather expensive £549 / £499, the excellent Apple cans have fallen by £50, making them a (slightly) more feasible proposition. Apple's wireless noise-cancelling over-ears are wonderful to use, boast spatial audio support and stake their claim as some of the very best-sounding wireless headphones we have heard. Five stars
Earfun Air was £60 now £34 at Amazon (save £26)
The cheapest true wireless earbuds we can heartily recommend, these five-star Earfuns do the basics right. We've seen these drop to £22 before, so look out for an even better discount, or plough ahead and pick up the most affordable, yet decent, budget buds around. Five stars
Sony WH-1000XM5 was £379 now £297 at Amazon (save £82)
The latest and greatest Sony over-ear wireless noise-cancelling headphones are best in class in their premium field, and this saving over their original RRP makes the Sony WH-1000XM5 even better performance-per-pound value. What Hi-Fi? Awards winner
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds was £300 now £219 at John Lewis (save £81)
The kings of noise-cancelling have done it again with the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds. We're not yet completely sold on the Immersive Audio modes, but with class-leading ANC and all-round sonic improvements, these buds are worth the cash. Five stars
Deal also available at Amazon
Sony WH-CH720N was £99 now £74 at Amazon (save £25)
For a very reasonable price, the Sony WH-CH720N are a dependably made, enthusiastic-sounding pair of headphones that, while occasionally straying into the realm of excessive bass, deliver good ANC and a strong feature set to the mid-to-low price bracket of the wireless headphone market. Most definitely a job well done.
What Hi-Fi? Awards winner
RØDE NTH-100 was £150 now £115 at Amazon (save £35)
Be as critical or as casual in your listening as you like, the Røde NTH-100 will put you fully in the picture with their highly revealing sound. If you want budget closed-back over-ears, these are outstanding value even at their original price, but with a drop to £115, they're a steal. What Hi-Fi? Awards winner
Apple AirPods 2 (2019) was £159 now £122 at Amazon (save £37)
The second-gen AirPods get a further price cut now that the AirPods 3 are here. If you aren't bothered about spatial audio and those slightly longer stems, these veterans still offer unbeatable usability and decent sound quality for Apple users for a lower price.
Technics EAH-AZ40M2 was £129 now £89 at Amazon (save £40)
No noise cancellation, but you can still likely expect a detailed, robust sound, as well as solid comfort levels, on-bud controls and a clean, crisp sonic profile from the Technics EAH-AZ40M2. Seemingly excellent value if you don't need ANC and you're working with a tight budget.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 was £230 now £155 at Amazon (save £75)
Seven years into the true wireless game, Sennheiser is as competitive as ever in the premium space. These noise-cancelling Momentums offer a great-value alternative to the Sony XM5 with great sound, fit and features, though note that there's now a new and superior Momentum True Wireless 4 model. Five stars
Beats Fit Pro was £200 now £139 at Amazon (save £61)
This pretty much equals the smallest price we've witnessed the Beats Fit Pro drop to, and we'd recommend a pair for any sportspeople who want lively-sounding, immensely likeable buds which, thanks to their clever wing-fit construction, nestle into your ears snugly and securely. Running fanatics and gym fiends should find them a very attractive proposition indeed.
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless was £350 now £279 at Amazon (Save £71)
The Sennheiser Momentum 4 headphones earned a five-star review for their great sound and comprehensive feature set. Not to mention 60 hours of battery life! Now, you can get your hands on them for significantly less than their launch price. Five stars
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II was £279 now £179 at Amazon (save £100)
Bose’s former flagship wireless earbuds' fantastic sound and peerless noise-cancelling abilities have set a very high benchmark at this price point. The new Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds supercede them, but if you want amazing wireless earbuds for under £200, the Bose QC Earbuds II are well worth your attention. Five stars
Jabra Elite 3 was £79 now £45 at Amazon (save £34)
If saving money is your aim, take a look at the Elite 3. They might be cheap (now even cheaper with a £34 discount), but you still receive ANC, HearThrough call tech, 24 hours of total battery life and even Fast Pair with Android devices. Not bad for less than £50!
Jabra Elite 4 Active was £120 now £44 at Amazon (save £76)
Small, light and vibrant to listen to, the Elite 4 Active are a great choice for when you need a pair of robust, well-made and exciting buds that can be used every day or as part of your workout set-up. And that discount? It's not half bad, either. Four stars
Sony WH-CH520 was £60 now £35 at Amazon (save £25)
One of the very best budget over-ear wireless headphones on the market, the Sony WH-CH520 offer an audio performance easily in excess of their original asking price, let alone this discounted one. But if you want noise cancellation, Sony's model-up WH-CH720N are your best bet. Five stars
Lindy BNX-60 was £85 now £70 at Amazon (save £15)
As a great value pair of noise-cancelling headphones with the added bonus of wireless Bluetooth, we can’t quibble with what’s on offer here. The Lindy BNX-60 are solid alternatives to the Sony WH-CH520. Five stars
Beyerdynamic DT 900 Pro X was £249 now £199 at Amazon (save £50)
If you’re looking for a quality pair of closed-back headphones at this price, put the Beyerdynamic DT 900 Pro X at the top of your shopping list. Once you have a listen you’ll be glad you did. Detailed, comfortable, classy – they tick all the boxes, but stocks are running low, so be quick!
Five stars
Grado SR325x was £330 now £245 at Amazon (save £75)
Our favourite wired headphones at this price, the majestic Grado SR325x open-backs are effortlessly musical and just so much fun to listen to. If you don't mind an open-back (leaky) design, this deal deserves to be snapped up. What Hi-Fi? Awards winner
Grado SR80x was £130 now £101 at Amazon (save £29)
If you can't afford the Grados above but are set on an open-back design, the more affordable SR80x siblings are excellent value for money – and also current Award winners. What Hi-Fi? Awards winner
Focal Elegia was £799 now £349 at Sevenoaks (save £450)
We're astonished that a pair of headphones are enjoying such a massive discount, so this could mean that the Focal Elegia, which are now a few years old, are nearing the end of their lifespan. If that's the case, it could be time to snap up a pair of the Focal Elegia at the lowest price they've ever been, and probably the lowest price they ever will be.
Beyerdynamic T1 3rd Generation was £999 now £699 at Amazon (save £300)
The latest Beyerdynamic T1 open-back over-ears are a step up in performance and compatibility from their predecessors and are among the best wired headphones at this price. Grab them at this very generous discount while you can. Five stars
Beyerdynamic Amiron was £545 now £429 at Amazon (save £116)
When it comes to the Beyerdynamic Amiron headphones, one word springs to mind: comfort. The earcups and headband are made of Alcantara microfibres and micro velour, which is as luxurious as it sounds. Oh, and they sound as good as they feel, too. Five stars
The best headphones deals (US)
Sony WF-C700N was $120 now $88 at Amazon (save $32)
Boasting impressive musicality and excellent levels of detail and insight, these comfortable, sport-friendly earbuds are well worth even their non-discounted price. The C700N feature 7.5 hours of battery life per charge, multipoint Bluetooth and IPX4 water resistance. What Hi-Fi? Awards winner
Apple AirPods 2 was $129 now $69 at Walmart (save $60) The second-gen AirPods get a further price cut now that the AirPods 3 are here. If you aren't bothered about spatial audio and those slightly longer stems, these veterans still offer unbeatable usability and decent sound quality for Apple users. And these are the cheapest AirPods you can buy.
Sony WH-CH520 was $80 now $54 at Amazon (save $26)
One of the very best budget over-ear wireless headphones on the market, the Sony WH-CH520 offer an audio performance easily in excess of their original asking price, let alone this discounted one. Want noise-cancelling? Sony's model-up WH-CH720N is our recommendation. Five stars
Sony WH-1000XM5 was $400 now $298 at Amazon (save $102)
The latest and greatest Sony WH-1000XM5 over-ear wireless noise-cancelling headphones are best in class in their premium field, and a $102 saving makes them even better performance-per-buck value. Stocks are running low, though, so be speedy, Gonzalez! What Hi-Fi? Awards winner
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 was $279 now $139 at Amazon (save $148)
Seven years into the true wireless game, Sennheiser remains as competitive as ever in the premium space. These noise-cancelling Momentum 3 True Wireless offer a rich feature set and performance, and now a much kinder price tag since they've been succeeded by the excellent Momentum 4. Five stars
Beats Fit Pro was $200 now $150 at Amazon (save $50)
If you’re looking for an AirPods alternative for exercise, these comfortable, feature-packed, fun-sounding and sport-friendly Beats Fit Pro are easy to recommend. The innovative new wingtip design promises a more secure fit for active lifestyles, while the presence of a Beats app for Android allows non-Apple users to get more involved in the earbuds' features.
Deal also at Walmart
Beyerdynamic Amiron Wireless was $799 now $548 at Amazon (save $251)
These Beyerdynamic Amiron Wireless are among the best wireless headphones we've heard, with a fast, agile sound, premium feel and build, and an excellent control system. If you don't need noise-cancelling, these over-ear headphones are a great choice for home use or long-haul travel with $250 off. Five stars
Apple AirPods Max was $550 now $394 at Amazon (save $156)
Apple’s very first over-ear models were a five-star hit: superb-sounding, noise-cancelling wireless cans with a stylish and luxurious design. The AirPods Max come with a hefty price tag, but you can save well over $100 at Amazon. Worth it if you're after a premium pair. Five stars
JBL Live Pro 2 was $150 now $120 at Amazon (save $30)
A significant step up from the flock of cheap wireless earbuds, the JBL Live Pro 2 let you access better sound quality without having to make the jump to more premium options from the likes of Bose, Sony and Sennheiser. They’re an entertaining listen, easy to use and manage to pack in a lot of useful features, including noise-cancelling. Five stars
Beyerdynamic Amiron was $449 now $429 at Walmart (save $20)
When it comes to the five-star Beyerdynamic Amiron headphones, comfort is king. The earcups and headband are made of Alcantara microfibres and micro velour, which is as luxurious as it sounds. But they're not just comfortable; they sound fantastic too. Five stars
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