Headphones reviews 2025

The Soundcore Sleep A30 are compact, side-sleeper-friendly earbuds with ANC, snore-masking sounds and local playback for uninterrupted nights.

The Status Audio Pro X combine a triple-driver system with Hi-Res codecs, effective ANC and AI call clarity. With LDAC, LC3, Multipoint and Auracast support, plus up to 32 hours battery life, they rank among the most exciting premium in-ears of the year.

The Creative Aurvana Ace SXFI is the first product to offer Super X-Fi streaming, combining hybrid drivers with powerful sound to provide an impressive all-round package. Weaknesses: ANC and lack of hi-res codecs.

The Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 is a standout in the under-$150 price range. Its top-of-the-line features, including sound quality, comfort, and noise cancellation, earn it high marks.

Skullcandy Method 360 ANC: sports-ready earbuds with Bose-tuned sound, adjustable ANC, long battery life, and clear calls.

With the Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW2, the Japanese manufacturer introduces a new generation of true wireless in-ears focused on one standout feature: endurance.

The True Wireless in-ear headphones Beyerdynamic Amiron 300 offer wireless charging, ANC and sound detail for everyday listening and sport.

The Beyerdynamic DT 73 IE has been tailored for performers of classical instruments and keyboard players. Its sound signature is largely linear, with a subtle lift in the upper mids and highs.

The Huawei FreeBuds 6 support high-res audio codecs like LDAC and L2HC 4.0, feature noise cancelling, and offer optional head-gesture controls for calls.

The sound of the dynamic TESLA.11 drivers in the Beyerdynamic DT 72 IE is specifically optimised for vocals and guitars.