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Headphones& Earbuds

Start with what matters

What matters most in your decision?

Travel + commuting

Noise-cancelling headphones

Work + device switching

Music-first listening

Apple devices

Samsung Galaxy

Running + training

Stay aware outdoors

Budget-sensitive over-ear

Cleaning + hygiene

Charging problems

PIQSY Verdicts

Product Verdicts to explore.

Explore 26 product Verdicts and find the features and trade-offs that matter to you.

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AirPods 5
AirPods 5

Prefer an unsealed AirPods fit and use supported Apple devices? Choose this version only after confirming the standard USB-C case.

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$149.00

Amazon.com · Nov 3, 2026

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★ 4.5 · 463 ratings

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AirPods Max 2
AirPods Max 2

Choose the Midnight AirPods Max 2 if a full-size Apple headset fits your routines and its supported features matter to you.

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$449.99

Amazon.com · Nov 3, 2026

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★ 4.5 · 1,181 ratings

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AirPods Pro 3

sealed portable ANC for supported Apple devices

AirPods Pro 3

Best for portable sealed ANC.

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$199.00

Amazon.com · Nov 3, 2026

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★ 4.4 · 17,348 ratings

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Pixel Buds Pro 2

sealed ANC earbuds with wireless case charging

Pixel Buds Pro 2

Best for wireless case charging.

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$169.00

Amazon.com · Nov 3, 2026

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★ 4.1 · 2,742 ratings

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Sony ULT WEAR

bass-focused over-ear listening requiring a serial check

ULT WEAR

Best for bass-forward music.

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$100.00

Amazon.com · Nov 3, 2026

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★ 4.3 · 3,824 ratings

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Sony WH-CH520
WH-CH520

Best for quiet everyday listening.

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$35.48

Amazon.com · Nov 3, 2026

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★ 4.4 · 36,364 ratings

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AirPods Pro 3 vs QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)fit, ecosystem or listening modes?AirPods Pro 3 vs Galaxy Buds4 ProiPhone integration or Galaxy-specific features?Powerbeats Pro 2 vs OpenFit 2+isolation or open-ear awareness for workouts?Pixel Buds Pro 2 vs Pixel Buds 2awhich extras actually matter?Tune 770NC vs Live 780NCwhich additional features are worth it?MOMENTUM 5 Wireless vs QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)is long battery life your priority?OpenFit 2+ vs OpenRun Pro 2Separate earbuds or a connected running frame?Sony WH-1000XM6 vs QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)which should you buy?
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Understand before you choose

Learn the trade-off, then choose the product.

Buying guide

How to choose headphones and earbuds: start with your listening job

The right headphones are not always the most expensive, the newest or the ones with the biggest noise-canceling claim.

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PIQSY Picks

Best headphones and earbuds for your needs: PIQSY's conditional picks

The best headphones are the ones that fit your ears, your environment and the devices you already own.

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