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Best Over-Ear Headphones

Over-ear headphones totally encase your ears and allow you to fully immerse in sound. They are usually designed for audiophiles and include features such as active noise cancelling and control apps.

The Focal Bathys is a wireless speaker that comes with ANC as well as a mobile app to alter the EQ, and presets. They also support high-res audio via USB-C for wired listening.

Sony WH-1000XM5

The WH1000XM5 headphones by Sony are the most recent upgrade in their noise cancelling lineup. They sport a new design, enhanced ANC and a lot of the same features as their predecessors, but with better materials and slightly higher quality sound.

They're extremely light for over-ear ANC headphones, weighing 250g. They're extremely comfortable to wear, even if you're listening to or reading a book. The headband has a friction-rod design similar to the Grado Labs SR60x, which will keep your ears from becoming too cold.

With an audio quality that is able to please people who listen to music for no reason and serious audiophiles, WH-1000XM5's signature is tuned to have a slight focus on bass but is not excessively loud or harsh. The earphones have a large and spacious soundstage, with excellent instrument separation. This allows you to listen to the subtleties of your music. The earcups come with control buttons that are easy to use and responsive. Swipe up or down to change the volume. You can also swipe forward to listen to the next song, backwards to hear the previous track. The headphones can connect to two devices simultaneously and will automatically stop playback when you take them off your head, thanks to the built-in sensor. You can enable the ambient mode by placing your palm on the right-ear cup. This lets you hear the sounds around you without having to take off the headphones.

Other features that are useful include the ability to pair them with your voice assistant, Bluetooth low-energy, and support for high-resolution audio (via LDAC). The headphones come with a carry case made of top quality fabric and an USB-C charging cable. The headphones are compatible with Android and 3222914.xyz iOS smartphones, as well as computers running Windows or macOS. The battery longevity of the WH-1000XM5 is exceptional. In our battery test we had 31 hours and 53 minute with the ANC on, which was better than Sony's advertised 30 hours battery life.

The WH-1000XM5's microphone performance on voice calls is excellent and there's no distorted or static-y sounding background. The noise cancellation is excellent and they're a perfect choice for public transport or the office.

Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2

The Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2 is a significant upgrade from its predecessor, delivering high-end performance and features. The Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2 offers premium performance and features, including 24bit wireless streaming with active noise cancellation that is optimized and clear voice calls on any compatible mobile device or tablet. The 40mm drivers, which are custom-designed and angled in each earcup, provide a more deep and focused listening experience. Six strategically placed microphones provide excellent call clarity, even in noisy environments. A built-in remote and microphone lets you control music and calls from any device compatible with it.

The headphones have a sleek and refined look to the original PX7. They have accent rings around the earcups, and a silver sheen on the headband. The earcups are cushioned using memory foam and fit snugly on the cranium, but never feel tight. The new shape and form was perfected over many months, and delivers an incredibly comfortable clamping pressure that doesn't press into my skull, which is a rotund one.

They are 2 ounces lighter (or 307g) and are a little smaller than the Sony WH1000XM5. They're light enough to fit in your bag or backpack without much discomfort, and will remain comfortably in place for long listening sessions. A sturdy hinge on the back of the headband 3222914.Xyz lets you to fold them to make it easy to transport them in a protective case.

They're powered by Bluetooth 5.2 with aptX Adaptive support, which is good for high-resolution audio as well as tight video sync. You can also play the headphones wired, too, with the included 3.5mm cable that connects to an USB-C port located on the right earcup. The status indicator on the headphone is a nice touch. It flashes green to signal rapid charging, and solid blue to indicate Bluetooth pairing.

The B&W App has the same controls that the onboard buttons in the hardware offer such as bass and treble adjustments as well as action button assignments, wear detection, cycling through ANC modes and more. The app also displays an album cover and track's name when you play music from your iPhone. The most popular extras like music presets and a soundscapes mode are missing, however.

Sennheiser HD 800 S

The HD 800 S is the successor to the legendary headphones made by Sennheiser and is designed to meet the highest expectations. Its technical construction is optimized to give a detail resolution that encompasses all of the frequency spectrum dynamic range, as well as stereo panorama. It provides the most realistic audio you can get from open-back headphones.

The headphone has a 300 ohm impedance, which means a quality headphone amplifier is needed to ensure it is operating at the desired levels without distortion. It is recommended to utilize a balanced connection, which can increase the output and boost the quality of sound.

These headphones are made to be used by professionals and have a sturdy steel frame that is adorned with plastics and leather padding. The design is minimalistic and they don't look fancy, but the quality of the headphones and their build are excellent. They come with a carry pouch as well as an additional audio cable and an 1/4" to 1/8" adapter.

With a neutral sound profile, the HD 800 S reproduces natural instruments and vocals, though they are somewhat light on bass. The open-back design creates a wide out-of-head soundstage. The treble performance is outstanding with only minor peaks and dips. The treble area is extremely linear, which means you shouldn't have any issues cutting sibilants, or the upper impact of a snare drum.

They can still provide impact and dynamism when required, despite the absence of a booming low-end. They'll still be a great choice for those who love listening to music with powerful basslines, but they might not be as enjoyable as some of the models on this list such as the HiFiMan Arya.

These Sennheiser headphones have a wonderful mid-range. They are a linear pair with an incline on the upper mids, which won't be noticed by most listeners. They also reproduce precise time gradations in vocals which is a huge plus.

The HD 800 S is a pair of headphones that are perfect for audiophiles and professionals. They're a top choice because of their outstanding sound quality and a comfortable fit. They are expensive however, you're getting a pair of headphones that will last for many years to be able to perform well in any environment.

Anker Soundcore Life Q20

The Anker Soundcore Life Q20 are a good pair of headphones that can be a great choice for anyone who wants to kill some time or just wants an affordable set of noise cancelling headphones. The headphones come with a basic bag which protects them when you put them into a bag. The battery will last for a long time on long-haul flights. The ANC can effectively block out noisy passengers and engine rumbles. However, their audio profile is a little warm and bass-heavy.

The controls on the Life Q20 are well-marked and easy to use. On the left earcup, you'll find buttons for pairing and powering up the headphones, as well as turning on and off the active noise cancellation. On the right earcup you'll find controls for playing back media, including a multi-function button which lets you turn on the voice assistant of your phone and switch on Anker's BassUp feature (more on this later). You can also make use of the built-in microphone to make hands-free calls with your phone.

Anker's Soundcore Life Q20 headphones offer a rich and immersive listening experience, thanks to the custom 40 mm dynamic drivers that are certified Hi-Res Audio. With a treble that extends up to 40 kHz they are able to provide exceptional clarity and clarity, while their active noise cancelling technology is designed to block out a wide range of low and mid-frequency sounds.

Anker Soundcore Q20 doesn't support aptX. This is disappointing. This means that you won't be in a position to benefit from the superior codec's low latency when playing games on your PC.

In terms of comfort, the Life Q20's memory-foam ear cups and headbands are comfortable enough to wear for extended periods of time without creating discomfort. The ear cups can also rotate to adjust to your individual head shape. The included 3.5mm audio cable lets you to listen to music while charging the battery.