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The Best Wireless Headphones to Give As Gifts or to Yourself

Best Wireless Headphones to Give
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Wireless headphones make perfect gifts. Better still, they come at various price points. Here are the best wireless headphones to give as a gift, regardless of the season.

Offering the Best in Sound and Innovation

Created in collaboration with designer Philippe Starck, the Parrot Zik 3 offers adaptive noise control, a proximity detector, and more. Compatible with modern equipment such as smartwatches and induction charging stations (Qi), it offers multiple colors and materials. Add pop, rock, and more to your daily life.

Zik 3
Zik 3
  • Available in eight colors
  • 18 hours of battery life between charges
  • Include smart touch control
$249.99
available
on Parrot
* price at time of publishing was $249.99

Wireless Sound for Everyday Listening

The Sennheiser HD 4.40 BT offers high-quality wireless sound for those on the move. It offers closed-back, around-ear headsets that feature Bluetooth 4.0 and aptX compatibility to deliver true Hi-Fi sound with a satisfyingly dynamic bass.

HD 4.40 BT
HD 4.40 BT
  • Near Field Communication (NFC) ensures immediate and simple pairing with compatible devices
  • Intuitive ear-cup mounted controls for changing tracks and for making calls via the integrated microphone
  • Up to 25 hours battery life and is supplied with connecting cable for battery-free listening
$149.95
available
on Amazon
* price at time of publishing was $149.95

An Iconic Design, a Reasonable Price

Plattan 2 Bluetooth combines the iconic Plattan design with 30+ hours of wireless playtime for a truly liberating listening experience. The on-ear headphone offers crisp, full spectrum sound and a control knob for simplified navigation.

Plattan 2 Bluetooth
Plattan 2 Bluetooth
  • Includes built-in mic,
  • Ergonomic fit
  • Music sharing ZoundPlug
  • Collapsible design
$99
available
on Amazon
* price at time of publishing was $99

These heart rate wireless headphones from JBL are available in four colors, including black, blue, red, and teal. Offers 10 hours of battery life between charges.

Reflect Fit
Reflect Fit
  • Get instant Heart Rate read-outs without touching your phone or device
  • Never miss a call thanks to Call Vibration Alerts, the headphones vibrate to alert you of an incoming call
  • Sweatproof
$149.95
available
on JBL
* price at time of publishing was $149.95

These Active Noise Canceling Headphones are Perfect for Home or on the Go

Active noise canceling headphones don’t have to weigh you down. The AKG N60NC wireless on-ear headphones provide a sound that’s deep in bass and rich on the mid range. A button on the ear cup provides quick access to music playback controls. And when done, they can fold up for easy storage.

AKG N60NC Wireless Headphones
AKG N60NC Wireless Headphones
  • Built-in battery provides up to 15 hours of music playback.
  • Made for travel with a flat-foldable design and accessories including an airline adapter, tangle-free fabric cable, and carrying case.
$199.91
available
on Amazon
* price at time of publishing was $199.91

Not Your Everyday Earphones, Huh?

Cuff is the first wearable to deliver an amazing sound experience stored in a convenient cutting edge band. Now, carrying headphones is practical and stylish with the Helix Cuff. Available in multiple colors, including black, white, gold accent, and silver accent.

Helix Cuff
Helix Cuff
  • Smart Multipoint Connectivity
  • AptX technology
  • cVc noise reduction
  • Bluetooth 4.1
$99.99
available
on Amazon
* price at time of publishing was $99.99

The Wireless Headphones With EarPrint Built-In

H2 Wireless Headphones
H2 Wireless Headphones
  • Offers 20 hours of music between charges
  • Features 40mm Beryllium drivers
  • Ships with black carrying case, charging cable, and audio cable
$299.99
available
on Amazon
* price at time of publishing was $299.99

Power Your Movement

The Rowkin Surge is a great find for anyone looking for a relatively low-cost wireless headphone solution. Available in bold orange and fearless green, these headphones offer five hours between charges. One of the most comfortable earbuds on the market.

Surge
Surge
  • Sweatproof
  • Universal comfort fit
  • Offers voice command, depending on your mobile device
$99.99
available
on Amazon
* price at time of publishing was $99.99

Low-Cost Wireless Bluetooth Headphones

Endo Wireless
Endo Wireless
  • Wireless Bluetooth – Mic and Track control right on the headphone. – Listen up to 32 feet away from your device – Rechargeable batteries with included charging cable
$44.99
available
on Wicked Audio
* price at time of publishing was $44.99

A Beautifully Crafted, Technically Sophisticated Pair of Wireless Headphones

Master & Dynamic MW60
Best Bluetooth Headphones Master & Dynamic MW60 Wireless Over Ear Headphones
Master & Dynamic MW60
  • Bluetooth 4.1 with Aptx high-quality audio and 16-hour rechargeable battery
  • 4x industry average signal range
  • Foldable, stainless steel hinges and Machined Aluminum antenna
  • Interchangeable lambskin ear pads
$549
available
on Master and Dynamic
* price at time of publishing was $549

The Best Noise Canceling Wireless Headphones That Deliver Fantastic Sound

Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphones
Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphones
  • World-class noise cancellation makes quiet sound quieter and music sound better
  • Wireless convenience, with easy Bluetooth and NFC pairing aided by voice prompts
  • 20-hour battery life per charge; up to 40 hours in wired mode
  • Noise-rejecting dual-microphone system for clear calls even in windy environments
$349
available
on Amazon
* price at time of publishing was $349

The Earbuds You've Been Waiting For

iQbuds
iQbuds
  • DYNAMIC NOISE CONTROL – selectively tune in or out the world around you with Super Intelligent Noise Control
  • BLENDED AUDIO WORLDS – choose the best blend of your digital music and real-world sounds around you for situational awareness
$299.99
available
on Amazon
* price at time of publishing was $299.99

Great Sound With Up 40 Hours of Battery Life

Beats Solo 3
Beats Solo 3 Black
Beats Solo 3
  • Up to 40 hours of battery life for multi-day use
  • Incredibly easy pairing and switching with your iOS and Mac devices
  • Take calls, control your music and activate Siri with the multifunction on-ear controls
$299.99
available
on Apple
* price at time of publishing was $299.99