Bowers & Wilkins PI7 S2: In 2023, Bowers & Wilkins upgraded its high-quality PI7 noise-cancelling headphones. The new S2 model has a better battery life and Bluetooth version, now up to 25 meters (double the range). In addition, the site now integrates with the new Bowers & Wilkins Music app for iOS and Android and has improved editing capabilities. Learn more in full Bowers & Wilkins PI7 review.

JBL Live Pro 2: Over the years, JBL has released wireless earbuds, but nothing really impressed me. This changed with the arrival of the new Samsung model Live Pro 2 and Free Living 2 leaves. Both models — the Live Pro 2 has a stem while the Live Free 2 has a tablet-like design — offer a comfortable fit and powerful noise cancellation, excellent sound and audio quality, plus solid hardware, including multipoint Bluetooth pairing. , IPX5 splash-proof rating and wireless charger.

Master & Dynamic MW09: Master & Dynamic headphones and earphones always feature unique, eye-catching designs that combine premium materials such as aluminum, sapphire glass and Kevlar. Its latest MW09 earphones ($349) look similar to its predecessor MW08 but have some changes inside that work better, especially when it comes to noise cancellation. The headphones sound great but aren’t available everywhere, so we left them off the best list. If they come back in stock, we will add them to this list.

Sony LinkBuds S: Unlike the “open” LinkBuds, the LinkBuds S are noise-isolating in-ear headphones with tips that fit snugly in your ears. It is more compact and lighter than the previous Sony WF-1000XM4 and has a Sony V1 processor (Sony has also released the smaller WF-1000XM5). Their volume and noise cancellation are not quite as good as the XM4s or XM5s, but still good. It’s the Sony site for people who can’t afford Sony headphones but want 80% of the site’s features and functionality at a fraction of the cost. I’ve done enough reviewed the Sony LinkBuds S and rated them 8.4 out of 10.

Sony WF-1000XM4: Released in 2021, Sony’s WF-1000XM4 received a CNET Editors’ Choice Award. They’re still great headphones, but Sony has now released another version of the WF-1000XM5. They can be a great option if you get them at a good price. I published a Full site review of the Sony WF-100XM4 when they released if you think the budget earbuds are for you.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3: Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 was among the new wireless headphones of 2022. They are still among the best wireless headphones, but Sennheiser has released the upgraded Momentum True Wireless 4. Also, the new AirPods Pro 2 and Sony Sony Pages WF-1000XM5 are great, so look to buy Momentum True. Wireless 3 when reduced significantly. Learn more about pages in mine Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 review.

JBL Tour Pro 2: JBL’s Tour Pro 2 headphones received a lot of attention for bringing something new to wireless headphones: a full-screen display that allows you to access the main parts of the headphones and control playback and adjust the volume. levels. It’s a bit of a gimmick and useful. The Buds may sound a little better for their list price, but overall the JBL Tour Pro 2s are headphones that offer a great fit, solid design, strong battery life, plus noise canceling and voice acting. I looked at the headphones that filled in 2023 and wrote them all down JBL Tour Pro 2 review which you can read here.

Beyerdynamic Free Byrd: Beyerdynamic it may be late to the game, but it finally brought its wireless, noise-cancelling headphones, up to 11 hours of battery life (noise off) and great sound. Read all my posts Beyerdynamic Free Byrd Earbuds review for more information.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2: Available in four colors, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 noise-canceling headphones don’t have the same sound or noise-canceling quality as the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, but they’re compact (15% smaller and 20% lighter than the old Buds Plus. , they don’t come out of ‘your ears) and they do a lot of damage. Because they have clear ears — and they have a curved design — they also have less wind noise. It is IPX2 sweat resistant while the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Plus are waterproof (IPX7). All mine Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 review from 2021 they have a lot of audio.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX: Bang & Olufsen’s $399 Beoplay EX buds are the company’s best wireless headphones. They’re comfortable, safe (except maybe for those with very small ears), great looks, great sound, good noise cancellation and voice control in B&O’s EQ mode, with three microphones in each earpiece supporting them. reduce background noise while raising your voice. It is based on the prices of many people, it is without a doubt the best earphones out there with stems and they offer a slightly higher sound than the AirPods Pro 2 with clarity, deep bass and rich, accurate sound. Me reviewed the B&O Beoplay EX ears before it is released in 2022 and include more information there.

Soundcore and Anker Liberty 4: Their sound is not up to the level of top pages like Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 and Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 that cost more, but Anker’s Soundcore Liberty 4 earbuds are packed with powerful features, including a head-tracking audio interface, multipoint Bluetooth pairing, up to nine hours of battery life, wireless charging and support for Sony’s LDAC audio codec. which can provide meaningful changes if you have the right plan. Read more about me Anker Liberty 4 review for more information on middle ear hearing aids.

Sennheiser CX Plus: The Momentum True Wireless 3 are wireless headphones from Sennheiser. If you can’t afford it, the Sennheiser CX Plus (which has excellent sound and good noise cancellation) is a great option for less money. The low-end CX, which has no noise canceling, does a bit of damage. Find out more about budget headphones in my profile Sennheiser CX Plus review.