The second day of Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days is here, providing you with an additional opportunity to save on a range of Verge-approved gadgets. We’re continuing to highlight hundreds of our favorite deals — from cheap charging accessories and discounts on the latest Apple gear to an all-time low on the Google Pixel 9A — but that’s just the tip of the iceberg, so to speak.
If you’re shopping for a new pair of noise-canceling headphones or a cheap set of earbuds — or looking to upgrade — you’re in the right place. We’ve rounded up the best options from Apple, Beats, Bose, Sony, and more. While this is technically an Amazon-focused roundup, we’ve also included retailers that are currently matching Amazon’s pricing, so you don’t have to sign up for a Prime membership just to save.
The best earbuds deals
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
Significantly smaller and lighter than their predecessors, the Pixel Buds Pro 2 also offer stronger noise cancellation, a crystal clear transparency mode, and lengthy battery life. Read our review.
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- If you don’t like the sealed feeling of silicone ear tips, the AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation are a great alternative that are currently matching their all-time low of around $118.99 ($61 off) at Amazon and Walmart. The wireless earbuds feature an open-ear design and some of the AirPods Pro’s best features, including adaptive audio, conversation awareness, and spatial audio with dynamic head tracking. Their ANC performs surprisingly well despite their open-style build, too, helping block low-frequency noise from airplane cabins and city traffic. Read our review.
- The Skullcandy Method 360 ANC are on sale at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy for around $71.24 ($58 off), matching their previous all-time low. The newer earbuds use licensed technology and audio tuning by Bose, so they’re basically low-end Bose earbuds in disguise. That means you can expect a well-balanced sound, along with up to 40 hours of battery life, decent noise cancellation, and IPX4 water resistance.
Apple AirPods Pro (second-gen) with USB-C
The second-gen AirPods Pro improve upon Apple’s original pair with better noise cancellation, improved sound quality, and onboard volume controls. They also now ship with a USB-C charging case, as opposed to Lightning. Read our original review.
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Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4
Sennheiser’s MTW4 earbuds provide a top-notch listening experience, decent noise cancellation, and sound personalization for a custom audio profile that’s uniquely tuned to your ears. Read our review.
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- The Galaxy Buds FE, which offer a pared-down experience compared to the step-up Buds 3 Pro, are matching their all-time low of $54.99 ($45 off) at Amazon. For the price, you get decent sound, a comfortable design, and noise cancellation that performs relatively well. They also offer around six hours of battery life with ANC enabled. That said, they lack several notable features, including wireless charging and multipoint support, and only carry an IPX2 rating. Read our review.
- The JBL Live Beam 3 are down to $139.95 ($90 off) at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy, which is the lowest price we’ve seen on the noise-canceling earbuds in weeks. They feature multipoint connectivity, along with a 1.45-inch LED touchscreen on the charging case, which lets you manage your music and view notifications for incoming calls and texts. They also feature a handy transparency mode that lets ambient noise in, when needed, and come with an IP55 rating for water and dust resistance.
- The EarFun Air 2 NC, which were designed to make hybrid noise cancellation more affordable, are currently down to $41.51 (about $28 off) at Amazon, matching their previous Prime Day low. The wireless earbuds feature a six-mic array for crystal clear calls, support for multipoint Bluetooth connectivity, and up to nine hours of battery life. They also allow you to customize your listening experience via the EarFun app.
Sony WF-1000XM5
Sony’s flagship wireless earbuds offer the company’s best noise cancellation, powerful and lively sound, and a comfortable fit. Read our review.
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Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
The Bose Ultra Open use an open design that lightly grips your ear, with tech that can pipe audio directly into your ear canals. They’re an interesting and effective alternative to bone-conduction headphones, serving a similar purpose but unable to match the satisfying sound of traditional earbuds. Read our review.
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- The second-gen Echo Buds are about 70 percent off at Amazon, dropping them to an all-time low of $34.99 ($85 off). The wireless earbuds feature a stemless design and high-end features, including ANC, support for hands-free Alexa voice commands, and about five hours of battery life with noise cancellation enabled. A vented design helps reduce ear pressure, too, while a handy passthrough mode lets in ambient noise. They even feature a handful of ear and wing tip options to help you find the most comfortable fit. Read our review.
- The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are on sale for $179.99 ($70 off) at Amazon and Best Buy, which is similar to the price we saw during Prime Day in July. Samsung’s flagship earbuds may not win any design awards, but they offer excellent sound quality, a crisp transparency mode, and useful hands-free voice support. While the earbuds offer decent sound and some great features, the active noise cancellation isn’t as robust as what you get from the AirPods Pro or Pixel Buds Pro 2. Read our review.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (second-gen)
Bose’s redesigned QuietComfort Earbuds deliver terrific active noise cancellation that outperforms most competitors. They also offer wireless charging and multipoint support right out of the box. Read our review.
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Beats Studio Buds
The Studio Buds feature support for iOS and Android as well as noise cancellation, a cozy fit, and good sound quality for the price. They don’t offer the same features as Apple’s iconic AirPods, but their broader compatibility may make them a fine choice on a budget. Read our review.
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- Belkin’s SoundForm Nano 2 are available for around $26.59 ($10 off) from Amazon, Walmart, and Belkin, the lowest price we’ve seen in weeks. The wireless earbuds are a solid entry-level model for younger users getting their first pair, as they work with both iOS and Android, feature an IPX5 rating, and offer up to eight hours of battery life. They also come with five sizes of ear tips, from extra-extra small to large, and cap the listening volume at 85 decibels to protect listeners from cranking the music too loud.
- The CMF Buds Pro 2 are available starting at $47 ($22 off) from Amazon and Nothing, matching their best price to date. The inexpensive buds come loaded with features, including active noise cancellation, ChatGPT integration, and up to 6.5 hours of continuous playback with ANC enabled. They also come with a case that features a smart dial, allowing you to adjust the volume, control noise cancellation, and mute your mic during meetings.
Beats Studio Buds Plus
The Beats Studio Buds Plus sport an eye-catching translucent option and build upon the original with improved sound, better voice quality, and more effective ANC. They also include swappable silicon ear tips and support for native iOS and Android features. Read our review.
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- The CMF Buds 2a are matching their all-time low of $19.99 ($30 off) at Amazon and Nothing. With 12.4mm drivers and active noise cancellation, the Buds 2a punch above their weight and make for a solid first-time buy. With Bluetooth 5.4, they support features like Google Fast Pair, while an IP54 rating ensures they can withstand some exposure to dust and water. You can even customize the sound, adjust ANC levels, and locate the earbuds through the Nothing X app.
- The Sennheiser IE 200 are on sale for $99.95 ($60 off) at Amazon and Sennheiser’s online storefront, which is basically the same price we saw in July. Although the earbuds ditch Bluetooth for a more reliable wired connection, they still feature adjustable ear hooks and a detachable braided cable, which is easy to replace if it becomes worn out. A “dual-tunable” design also allows you to adjust the position of the ear tips, allowing you to fine-tune the sound profile depending on your preferences. The IE 200 don’t feature a built-in mic, though, which means they’re strictly for listening to music and podcasts. Read our review.
The best headphone deals
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones
Bose’s headphones are a replacement for the Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 and offer a more travel-friendly design, spatial audio, better call quality, excellent comfort, and some of the best noise cancellation around. Read our review.
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AirPods Max (USB-C)
The revised AirPods Max are much like the original model from 2020, but now with new color options and a USB-C port instead of Lightning. Read our original review.
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- If you’re looking for a cheaper alternative to the AirPods Max, look no further than the Beats Studio Pro. The over-ear headphones offer a comparable set of features for significantly less, as they’re currently on sale for an all-time low of $169.99 ($180 off) at Amazon and Best Buy. They support native iOS and Android features, including the ability to quickly pair with either operating system and track them down via their respective Find My services. Other features include active noise cancellation, a transparency mode, and lossless audio over USB-C. Read our review.
- Skullcandy’s Aviator ANC are available for $188.99 ($111 off), their best price yet, from Amazon, Best Buy, and Skullcandy. With adaptive noise cancellation, up to 60 hours of battery life, and spatial audio with head tracking, the over-ear headphones offer a competitive feature set. Memory foam ear cups promise comfort during extended use, while wear detection automatically pauses audio when you remove them. The Skullcandy app also lets you customize the sound and quickly switch between different hearing modes, including a helpful transparency mode.
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony’s latest pair of flagship headphones feature improved comfort, better noise cancellation, and the ability to charge while in use. They even fold down for travel, which can’t be said about the last-gen XM5. Read our initial impressions.
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Sonos Ace
The Sonos Ace are the company’s first set of wireless headphones. They feature a premium, comfortable build and active noise cancellation, along with compatibility with Sonos Arc and other Sonos soundbars. Read our review.
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- Sony’s WH-1000XM5 may no longer be the flagship model in the company’s lineup, but they remain an excellent buy at $250 ($101 off), their current price Amazon in select colors. They deliver top-tier ANC and fantastic sound, along with a helpful transparency mode, multipoint Bluetooth support, and other handy features. The only real downside, aside from the plasticky build, is the fact that they don’t fold down like the older XM4 or this year’s XM6. That can make them a little harder to transport in a backpack or suitcase. Read our review.
- The aforementioned WH-1000XM4 remain an impressive set of noise-canceling headphones despite being a few generations old, and they’re currently down to $188 ($160 off) at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy. The over-ear headphones offer great sound, around 30 hours of battery life, and a comfortable listening experience. Plus, they can be folded down, making them easier to transport. That’s not something the more expensive XM5 can do. Read our review.
Bose QuietComfort Headphones
Bose’s QuietComfort Headphones, which replace the QuietComfort 45, have adjustable noise cancellation and the ability to set custom modes. However, they lack immersive audio mode and the higher-quality Bluetooth found in the QuietComfort Ultra Headphones.
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Nothing Headphone 1
Nothing’s first pair of over-ear headphones feature a retro transparent design and high-end features like active noise cancellation, spatial audio with head tracking, and plush ear pads. They also feature a paddle button that allows you to control music playback. Read our review.
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Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless
With marathon 60-hour battery life and sublime comfort, the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless also make good on the company’s reputation for detailed, rich sound quality. Read our review.
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The best for running and working out
Shokz OpenRun Pro 2
The OpenRun Pro 2 are Shokz’s best bone conduction headphones yet, with better sound and more bass than their predecessor. Our reviewer Victoria Song praised their cozy fit as well as their USB-C charging (goodbye, proprietary charger!). Read our review.
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- If you don’t like the bone conduction style of the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2, the OpenFit Air are matching their all-time low of about $79.95 at Walmart and Best Buy. The gym-friendly earbuds feature a similar ear hook design to the Powerbeats Pro 2, but instead of going inside your ear, they sit right above your ear canal. They deliver decent bass and sound quality in all but the noisiest environments, while offering six hours of playback and an IP55 rating, which lets them withstand a bit of sweat and rain. Read our review.
Update, October 8th: Updated to reflect current price and availability.
