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Headphones & Earphones

Our experts review the best headphones and earphones in tried and tested guides

Find all of our reviews of the best new headphones and earbuds here. We test the top models on the market for sound quality, comfort, technical specs and value for money. From high quality cans for music to wireless running earbuds, we've got you covered. You can also find the latest deals on headphones here.

Latest Headphones and Earphones reviews

<p>I tested for sound quality, comfort, battery life, value, and how easy they were to set up and use</p>

Headphones & Earphones

Best wireless earbuds 2026, tested by our tech expert

<p>Wired headphones are taking it back to basics </p>

Headphones & Earphones

I swapped my £119 AirPods for a £16 wired pair – here’s why

<p>If your ear tips are starting to yellow, you should probably clean them </p>

Headphones & Earphones

Your AirPods look filthy – here’s an expert’s guide to cleaning them

<p>Active noise cancellation has never been better </p>

Headphones & Earphones

I spent a week with Sony’s WF-1000XM6 – nothing else sounds this good

Top Headphone picks

<p>These top-quality cans had us singing their praises </p>

Headphones & Earphones

Best wireless headphones 2026, tried and tested by a tech expert

<p>These top-rated headphones and earbuds sound divine </p>

Headphones & Earphones

Best noise-cancelling headphones 2026, tested by a tech expert

<p>We judged the earphones on quality of sound, design and, of course, value </p>

Headphones & Earphones

9 best budget headphones: Top wireless earbuds and cans under £70

Top Earphone picks

<p>I tested for sound quality, comfort, battery life, value, and how easy they were to set up and use</p>

Headphones & Earphones

Best wireless earbuds 2026, tested by our tech expert

<p>We tested these on road, trail and treadmill trudges</p>

Headphones & Earphones

10 best running headphones to make the miles fly by

<p>Your dream pair will depend on your sleep position, and what you listen to and how long for </p>

Headphones & Earphones

10 best earbuds and headphones to help you enjoy a peaceful sleep

More Headphones and Earphones reviews and deals

<p>With new processors and drivers and a fresh design, these headphones live up to the hype </p>

Headphones & Earphones

We tried out Sony’s latest WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones

Headphones & Earphones

We tried out Sony’s latest WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones

<p>With new processors and drivers and a fresh design, these headphones live up to the hype </p>

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