Best Headphones for 2019
Sony WH-1000XM3
Sony WH-1000XM3 lays claim to top noise-canceling headphone
The third iteration of the WH-1000X is more comfortable, sounds slightly better and features even better noise-canceling performance along with USB-C charging.
Buy here:Sony WH-1000XM3
Jabra Elite Active 65t
The sporty version of Jabra's already wireless earphones have a few extras that put it over the top.
Buy here:Jabra Elite Active 65t
Apple AirPods 2019
Those looking for a major AirPods upgrade, particularly to their sound and design, will have to wait, but the changes do enhance an already excellent truly wireless headphone.
Buy here:Apple AirPods 2019
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
The already excellent Bose QuietComfort 35 II gets a touch better
The top-rated QC35 adds a direct connection to Google Assistant.
Buy here:Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Jabra Elite 65t
Giving the AirPods a run for their money
Jabra's third-generation truly wireless earphones are superior to Apple's Airpods in some ways.
Buy here:Jabra Elite 65t
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless are the best sounding truly wireless headphone...
If you're looking for the best sounding totally wireless earphones, look no further than the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless.
Buy here:Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless
V-Moda Crossfade 2 Wireless
V-Moda takes its Bluetooth headphone to the next level
The Crossfade 2 Wireless is a sturdy, excellent sounding wireless headphone that sounds even slightly better in wired mode.
Buy here:V-Moda Crossfade 2 Wireless
Beats Studio3 Wireless
Beats' best headphone looks the same, sounds better
While it's a little pricey, Beats has significantly improved its flagship headphone.
Buy here:Beats Studio3 Wireless
Bose SoundSport Wireless
The Bluetooth sports headphone to beat
The Bose SoundSport Wireless combines a comfortable, secure fit with strong sound quality.
Buy here:Bose SoundSport Wireless
Tribit XFree Tune Bluetooth Headphones
A great sounding budget Bluetooth headphone
You'll be hard-pressed to find a better sounding full-sized Bluetooth headphone for this little money.
Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC Wireless
A worthy Bose competitor at a better price
The Sennheiser HD 4.50BTNC isn't as comfortable as the Bose QC35 II, but it delivers good performance for the money.
Buy here:Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC Wireless
Sennheiser Momentum 2.0
Most versatile over-ear headphone
The Momentum 2.0 oozes refinement and seems to bring out the best in all types of music.
Buy here:Sennheiser Momentum 2.0
BeatsX
BeatsX wraps AirPods tech in a neckband-style headphone for less
This fresh take on the around-the-neck Bluetooth headphone can be used for everyday wear or sporting activities.
Buy here:BeatsX
Audeze Sine
Truly high-end sound at a discount
The world's first "on-ear" planar magnetic headphone sounds great with a close-back design.
Buy here:Audeze Sine
Bose QuietControl 30
Bose in-ear wireless canceling is a great everyday headphone so long as you don't expect the most powerful noise-canceling.
Buy here:Bose QuietControl 30
Source:cnet.com