Shop for headsets

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.5 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 10 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Powerbeats by Dr. Dre Sports Headphones are a reasonable option for style-conscious runners with money to burn, but most fitness-minded listeners would be better served by other options on the market. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, In-ear (with over-the-ear mount), Black, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, ControlTalk, Remote control, Sweat resistant

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: While serious runners may find that the S4i Rugged in-ear headphones won't stay in their ears that securely, they're an excellent pair for gym and everyday use. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, In-ear, Blue, Mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole, Weatherproof, Anti tangle cord, Rubberized, Limited warranty - 2 years

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 15 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Bose MIE2/MIE2i headsets offer a good combination of comfort and solid sonics for the money. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, In-ear, 0.7 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, TriPort acoustic headphone structure, StayHear tips, Answer/end button, Limited warranty - Lifetime

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 57 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Beats Solo by Dr. Dre Headphones from Monster offer a killer, travel-friendly design that's sure to turn heads, but the audio quality fails to live up to the price tag. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, Ear-cup, Black, 5.6 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole, Answer/end/play/pause/next track button, 2-way speaker system, 7188109, Volume control, Foldable, Remote control, Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.6 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: The V-Moda Remix Remote headphones earn our Editors' Choice recommendation with a colorfully dynamic sound profile, a generous two-year replacement warranty, and a handful of accessories that ensure a tight seal and versatile usability. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, In-ear, Black, 0.6 oz, Stereo, Gold plated connectors, V-MASQUE dynamic driver technology, Bass level isolating soft silicone (BLISS) technology, Limited warranty - 2 years

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.8 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Despite some small flaws in sound quality and a somewhat high price, superior comfort and design help the Revo Wireless distinguish itself from its Bluetooth headphone competitors. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, Ear-cup, Stereo, Dual microphones, Play/pause button, Built-in DSP, Volume control, Answer/end button, Near Field Communication (NFC), Auto pairing

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for Monster Beats-style sound at a more affordable price, the Sol Republic Tracks should be on your short list. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, Ear-cup, Black, Stereo, Mini-phone 3.5 mm, Track select buttons, Volume control, Limited warranty - 1 year

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 1.5 stars out of 12 reviews

The Bottom Line: While its fit could be snugger and NFC pairing is a pipe dream for now, Motorola Elite Sliver's advanced features and battery pack travel case will please all but the pickiest Bluetooth users. Read review

Specs: Headphone - Monaural, Headset, Over-the-ear, 0.3 oz, Mono, Dual microphones, CrystalTalk technology, Motospeak application support, Near Field Communication (NFC)

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 1.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Jawbone Icon HD is perfect for those who want an easy-to-pair headset that will work on any Bluetooth-enabled PC or phone. Read review

Specs: Headphone - Monaural, Headset, In-ear (with over-the-ear mount), Denim, 0.3 oz, Mono, NoiseAssassin technology, Limited warranty - 1 year

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 23 reviews

The Bottom Line: We recommend the Outdoor Technology Bluetooth Tags for their comfortable and secure fit, clever wireless design, and acceptable stereo performance. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, In-ear, Black, Stereo, Answer/end/mute/play/pause button

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.2 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: While they fall short of delivering truly excellent sound, the well-designed Philips Fidelio M1 on-ear headphones are comfortable to wear and well-suited for day-to-day use. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, Ear-cup, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Bass Reflex System (BRS)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.3 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Low-priced and extremely small, the $49 Plantronics M55 is a discreet and stylish budget earpiece, but there are better options for noisy outdoor environments. Read review

Specs: Headphone - Monaural, Headset, Ear-bud, Mono, Voice recognition, Voice alerts, DeepSleep, Noise reduction, Multipoint technology, Built-in DSP, iPhone headset battery meter

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 17 reviews

The Bottom Line: Attractively priced and full of great features, the PS3 Wireless Headset provides above-average sound quality and hassle-free performance. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, Ear-cup, Stereo, Volume control, Retractable microphone, Mute button

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.0 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: The workout-friendly Jabra Sport is crafted to withstand exposure to water, dust, and drops without skipping a beat, but the tight fit and lackluster audio will leave all but the most serious fitness buffs craving something more. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, Ear-bud (with over-the-ear mount), Black/Yellow, 0.8 oz, Stereo, 5 pin Micro-USB Type B, Advanced MultiUse, Volume control, Built-in FM radio, Answer/end button, Powerful Bass, 3D Virtual Surround Sound, Play/pause button, Limited warranty - 1 year

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.3 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: Motorola’s S11-Flex HD makes for a great workout companion but phone calls aren’t its strength. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, In-ear (with behind-the-neck mount), Noise compensated microphone, 5 band EQ

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: For smartphone owners who crave both active noise canceling and Bluetooth wireless audio, the Nokia Purity Pro by Monster is worth its steep price. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, Over-the-ear, Black, 10 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Apt-X audio compression, Voice Guidance, Echo cancellation, Play/pause button, Battery level indication, Built-in DSP, Auto power off, Volume control, Answer/end button, Near Field Communication (NFC), Active Noise Control (ANC)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Plantronics Marque M155 is an attractive and comfortable Bluetooth headset that complements the iPhone's style, and works well as long as you keep it to indoor usage. Read review

Specs: Headphone - Monaural, Headset, Ear-bud, Black, 0.2 oz, Mono, Plantronics Vocalyst service, Call reject, Voice Guidance, Multipoint technology, Volume control, Voice dialing, Active pairing, Mute button, LED battery level indicator, Limited warranty - 1 year

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 11 reviews

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, In-ear (with behind-the-neck mount), 1.5 oz, Stereo, 5 pin Micro-USB Type B, On/off switch, Moisture resistant, Water resistant, Sweat resistant

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Sennheiser Momentum headphones may not have enough bass to satisfy every taste, but they are in every other way the best-sounding full-size audiophile headphones we've heard in a long time. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, Ear-cup, 6.7 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Noise isolating, Water resistant, Sweat resistant, Remote control, Limited warranty - 2 years

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 27 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Bose Bluetooth Headset might be a stylish headset with a recognizable brand, but its lack of features and average performance do not fit its high price tag. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, In-ear, 0.4 oz, Stereo, StayHear tips, Volume control, Answer/end button

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.2 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Klipsch Image S4i II in-ear headphones add a new, more durable tangle-resistant flat cord while retaining the S4 model's very respectable sound quality and superior comfort. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, In-ear, White, 0.4 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole, Flat cable, Anti tangle cord, Limited warranty - 2 years

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 11 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Beats Solo by Dr. Dre Headphones from Monster offer a killer, travel-friendly design that's sure to turn heads, but the audio quality fails to live up to the price tag. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, Ear-cup, White, 5.6 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole, Answer/end/play/pause/next track button, Volume control, 7188109, 2-way speaker system, Foldable, Remote control, Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.8 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 23 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Ear Force P21 headset may not support surround sound, but it is a solid stereo headset for voice chatting in Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 games. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, Ear-cup, Stereo, Volume control, Mute button, Bass Boost, Built-in amplifier, USB bus-powered, Limited warranty - 1 year

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 13 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Image One's bass outmuscles the competition and tight earcup seals hush external noise. With a closed-back design, a solid two-year warranty, and more lifelike sound details at half the price of competitive models, the affordable Klipsch Image One well deserves our CNET recommendation. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, Ear-cup, Black, 4.9 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Foldable, Limited warranty - 2 years

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 7 reviews

The Bottom Line: The style-savvy Skullcandy Roc Nation Aviator headphones earn our recommendation for balancing a unique thematic design with exceptional clarity in spite of a slightly passive low-end response. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headset, Ear-cup, White, 0.8 lbs, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Volume control, Gold-plated plug, Limited warranty - Lifetime