Love listening to music or looking for a good headset for watching movies? Then wireless headphones are your choice! We've made a selection of the best portable headsets for all occasions. Find out which gadgets are perfect for jazz, electronic music, computer games and TV shows!
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What wireless headphones are
Headsets differ in the type of signal transmission. The gadgets connect to the player using Bluetooth, USB or a radio transmitter:
1 Bluetooth supports computers, smartphones, portable players. Therefore, most home "ears" work with this technology. The range of the gadget is up to 10 meters.
2 Radio headphones are suitable for offices or TV/home theaters. They catch the signal up to 100 meters away from the transmitter, but the sound quality deteriorates considerably at a distance.
3 USB-models are only suitable for PC, but the sound is transmitted digitally and is processed by the processor in the headphones themselves. Mostly used by gamers.
Best overhead Bluetooth headphones
Sony MDR-1ABT - jazz and electronics
A full-size home model from a famous manufacturer. Great for listening to music for walks, at home, in transport, no problems work with smartphones and other portable devices.
The manufacturer claims to support HD-audio technology, which means the headset can play sound in studio quality. If you do not have special audio systems, it is better to turn on this mode by connecting a wire, as possible interference via Bluetooth.
Pros:
- Beautiful clear sound, every instrument can be heard, especially the upper and lower registers;
- Suitable for listening to instrumental live music, jazz, electronics
- The cost is 17 000 rubles (not much for this segment);
- There is a microphone, foldable;
- Comfortable and stylish design, touch control, high quality sound support.
Cons:
- They get hot in the summer, so it will be hot in them;
- Average noise cancellation. In windy weather will interfere with extraneous sounds;
- Not the best quality midrange frequencies. For example, electric guitars will be slightly "crumpled";
- Quiet relative to other top models.
Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless - the perfect home headphones
One of the advanced models for everyday use. This is a full-size headset with a microphone that you can use to talk to your friends, watch movies, and listen to music. The tracks are controlled with a touchpad, there is support for multiple signal transmission profiles, so the sound is not interrupted, there is no noise. Included are a cable, an additional microphone and a branded case.
Pros:
- Great clear sound, even at all frequencies;
- Comfortable design, fits well on your head;
- Inexpensive - the average price of 13 000 rubles;
- Can be connected to any device, works with Android, iOS, Windows.
Cons:
- If you don't like touch controls, you may find them inconvenient here;
- They get hot in the summer;
- Doesn't fit snug enough on your head.
JBL T450BT - cheap and quality
If you do not have so much money to afford the previous options, then pay attention to the JBL T450BT - an inexpensive (from 3 to 4 thousand rubles) model with good quality indicators.
This is a full-size headset with a microphone and a folding design. It is convenient at home and for walks. The gadget has a standard design without any flair, but the sound will please even audiophiles. The device is not devoid of drawbacks, but in the category of budget headsets - this is one of the best headphones. Perfect for playing games, watching movies and listening to music on any device with Bluetooth.
Pros:
- Good quality, strong bass and good high notes;
- Sturdy construction, fits snugly on the head;
- Long battery life (up to 11 hours);
- Cheap.
Cons:
- Underdeveloped midrange, you have to turn the sound up to maximum to hear all the sounds;
- Average sound when recording from the microphone;
- Tired ears after wearing them for a long time.
Beats Wirless - for neat music lovers
Every audiophile has heard about these headphones. Opinions about them vary greatly, but objectively - this is a good amateur headset with high sound quality. This model is already considered a classic, you can easily find spare parts for it, the company has services in Russia, so you won't have any problems with repairing it.
Beats Wirless are foldable full-size "ears" designed primarily for listening to music. But the sound quality will not disappoint in games and movies. The gadget can be taken for walks, sports or connected to your computer. All operating systems are supported.
Pros:
- Good clear sound, rich bass and quality treble;
- Loud, comfortable to wear on the head;
- There is a wire included, the battery holds a charge for a long time;
- Low battery notification system.
Cons:
- Very fragile arc, can not be dropped or abruptly removed;
- Price - now the price starts from 11 000 rubles.
Best portable Bluetooth headphones
Apple AirPods - earbuds for travel
Apple branded headphones that work with any iOS or Android device. But users of "apple" devices are luckier - the headset has a simplified identification system. It's enough to bring them to your smartphone and in a second the connection will be established.
The headphones are light and small and fit deep in your ears, so it will be difficult to lose them. They have good sound for earmolds, compact size and sync with all Apple devices.
Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts - almost no feeling in your ears, do not fall out when playing sports, do not interfere and do not overheat.
Pros:
- Weighs only 4 grams, has built-in microphones;
- Good wireless signal;
- Not bad sound quality indicators;
- Function to pause the tune when you take out one earphone;
- Holds a charge for a long time (up to 5 hours).
Cons:
- Sound is worse than on full-size models;
- Operations with music (volume control, switching tracks) are possible only when Siri is called.
- Takes a long time to connect to non iOS devices;
- No noise cancellation.
JayBird Bluebuds X - for sports and for home
Good in-ear headphones in the medium price segment. Tests show excellent results - the sound is not interrupted during playback, all frequencies sound harmonious at any volume setting.
This headset is ideal for walking, sports and travel. The headphones won't get lost, but they're lightweight and don't constrain your movement. For reliability, both speakers are connected by a cord. The device weighs 13.8 grams. They support different signal transmission profiles, so there are no problems with connection to phones, players and computers on different OS.
Pros:
- Quality sound, quite loud and clear;
- Keeps the battery charge for a long time;
- No interference when moving away from the device;
- Long service life.
Cons:
- The pads are slippery, especially when exposed to sweat or moisture;
- High price;
- They look bulky in the ears, stick out from under a hat.
LG HBS-500 - budget and decent
The cheapest model of portable headphones is presented by LG. The headset is ahead of its competitors in the price category (about 3,000 rubles) on many parameters, so it deserves the attention of people with a small budget.
The design of the device resembles a smaller version of full-sized headphones - they are earplugs with a plastic rim that is attached to the neck or head. The design is comfortable - "ears" are not lost, they weigh a little, you can run or ride a bike with no problem.
Sound quality is also good. For a headset like this, the frequencies sound harmonious, not bad bass and upper register. Good for electronic music, but live instrumental and rock guitars will be a bit of a blur here.
Pros:
- Good sound in this price range;
- Built-in notification system;
- Holds a charge for up to 8 hours;
- Comfortable design, lightweight and reliable;
- Low price.
Cons:
- Lots of unnecessary reminders, sounds and LEDs;
- Problems with software;
- If the pads get wet, they stop holding in your ears;
- The bezel can break from frequent damage.
Best radio headphones.
Sennheiser RS 160 - the classic model for everything
And again in our selection of the products of the German company. This model is a living classic, it was released even 8 years ago. But even now the headphones show excellent data - few modern headsets can compete with the RS 160.
Like other radio headphones, the headset works from the station. Suitable for TVs, you can connect to a computer. Catches at a distance of up to 30 meters, so the "ears" you can walk around the apartment.
The sound is excellent, balanced bass and treble, quality midrange. Suitable for music lovers, musicians and film lovers. There is no interference, but noise appears when you move away from the adapter.
Pros:
- Runs on finger batteries, so you can replace a pair at any time without having to recharge.
- Good quality, all instruments can be heard clearly, surround sound in movies.
- Durable with careful handling,
- Comfortable to hold on the head, do not overheat and do not fall off.
Cons:
- Uncomfortable controls, button backlash;
- Ambrose cushions are not fixed very well and can break off. There are no spare parts for the headset;
- Slightly crumpled bass, especially at full volume.
Sony MDR-RF865RK - for TV.
Another classic model, now from Sony. As in the previous case - a headset for years. It is a full-size model that runs on batteries or rechargeable batteries. It picks up the signal from an adapter that connects to your TV or computer. Ideal for watching movies and TV shows, allows you to immerse yourself in the movies thanks to the surround sound and rich bass. You can listen to music, the headset supports a wide range of frequencies.
Pros:
- Durable - will easily last more than 4 years;
- Inexpensive, now cost in the region of 6 000 rubles;
- Excellent sound quality and stable signal;
- Long hold charge up to a week of use;
- Not tired ears;
- Automatic shut off function.
Cons:
- Tires my head from long use;
- Average music quality;
- Average volume level.
Best USB Headphones
Logitech Wireless Gaming Headset G930 - gaming headset
Logitech is known for its gaming products, including headphones. This model is recognized by many gamers as the best on the market among similar ones. The headset consists of a microphone and full-size headphones. The audio system provides bright and clear sounds so necessary for gamers.
With these "ears" you will hear the steps in CS from a distance and distinguish every voice in some fantasy city. In addition to games and movies, the model is also suitable for listening to music. In order not to distract from the process, the control is carried out with the programmable buttons on the headphones. And USB transmission provides a constant signal without noise.
Pros:
- Great bright sound with good bass;
- Convenient controls;
- Large frequency range;
- Volumetric sound, providing a full immersion in the world of a game or movie.
Cons:
- High price - from 12,000 rubles;
- The signal is lost when using near microwave and other high-frequency devices;
- The quality of the music will be lower than in similar music headphones;
- Fragile - you have to be careful not to drop them.