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Best Headphones for 2025

Explore our top picks of the best headphones on the market -- all approved by CNET's mobile audio editor.

By David Carnoy

Not Hearing Sound in One AirPod? There's an Easy Fix

Best Over-Ear Headphones for 2025

Try These Secret AirPods Pro 2 Features to Boost Your Listening Experience

Best Noise-Canceling Earbuds for 2025

Not Hearing Sound in One AirPod? There's an Easy Fix

Best Over-Ear Headphones for 2025

Try These Secret AirPods Pro 2 Features to Boost Your Listening Experience

Best Noise-Canceling Earbuds for 2025

Our Top Picks

We test headphones for a wide range of different use cases. Here are our favorites.

Best Noise-Canceling Headphones for 2025

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Best Wireless Earbuds of 2025

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Best Headsets for Working From Home in 2025

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Best Earbuds and Headphones for Working Out in 2025

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Best Budget Earbuds for 2025: Cheap Wireless Picks

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Best Budget Noise-Canceling Headphones Under $100 for 2025

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Best Earbuds for Phone Calls for 2025

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Best Wireless Headphones for 2025

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Best Sounding Wireless Earbuds in 2025

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Best Running Headphones and Earbuds for 2025

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Best True Wireless Sports Earbuds With Ear Hooks for 2025

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Best Open Earbuds for 2025

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Latest Stories

The most recently published headphones reviews and advice from CNET.

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