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Best Over-Ear Headphones

Over-ear headphones, unlike earbuds can completely surround the ears. They also permit larger drivers that deliver deeper bass and a larger soundstage. Many also include active noise cancellation and Bluetooth technology.

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1. Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless

Sony has improved an already great pair of headphones with the introduction of the WH1000XM4 wireless. They are more lightweight, wireless headphones better constructed and have a more balanced audio profile (though bass-heavy). They also include an app for audio customization. They've upgraded their active noise cancellation, which eliminates more ambient sounds and extending the battery life.

These headphones utilize Bluetooth 5.0 which supports SBC, AAC, and Sony's own LDAC codec. These headphones can transfer high-resolution audio however, you'll need compatible devices and streaming services. The WH-1000XM4s can also allow you to connect two Bluetooth devices simultaneously and then automatically switch between the two when needed. You can enable this feature via the Sony Headphones Connect app and it works very well.

The touch panels are more sensitive than the XM3. They respond faster to tapping on a panel and are easier to control when making a call or listening to music. Sony has added a feature to make voice calls more clear and precise during calls. This is a noticeable and nice touch.

Although the WH-1000XM4s may not be perfect, they are some of the most comfortable wireless headphones we've ever tested. They're comfortable, well made, and have an excellent battery that can last more than 30 hours continuously. They can also be used using the TRS cable which is great if you're traveling or need to conserve power.

The WH-1000XM4s are better over the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 Wireless over-ears. The Sonys are more comfortable, and their ANC can block out more ambient noise. They also have a companion application that lets you adjust their audio performance and EQ settings are more flexible than B&W's. The B&Ws are more robust and can connect to two Bluetooth devices simultaneously. They also support aptXHD and have an AI-driven engine that tries to increase the size of compressed music to high-resolution. This is called DSEE Extreme, and it enhances the clarity of music when listening to lossless audio files.

2. Bose QuietComfort 45/QC45 Wireless

The $329 Bose QuietComfort 45 noise-canceling cordless headphones are the most recent version of a headset that has become a standard for commuters as well as passengers around the world. Rather than reinventing the wheel the new model uses the same formula that made the predecessor so popular, adding USB-C, improved noise cancellation and a longer battery life.

These over-ear Bose headsets come with a premium feel and appearance, similar to the QC 35 II headphones that came before them. The headband, constructed of plastic, offers a firm feel thanks to the hinges made of steel at pivot points. They also have the familiar ratcheting mechanism whenever you retract or extend your earcups. The cups have soft cushions that fit securely over the ears and don't apply pressure on your head. When folded they weigh 238g. You can use them when you're wearing a coat or sweater as the noise-canceling works even when they are not on your head.

Despite their reputation for comfort, the QC45s don't offer the most impressive sound quality for this price range. The frequencies are tinny and lack the details that more expensive headphones may be able bring out. The upper registers are amplified which is great for most music genres but could be a problem for more delicate and complex genres. The bass is decent, but it lacks power.

The ability to pause playback when you remove the headset is a feature missing. This is a feature that Bose's rivals have provided for years. Another issue is the absence of an in-app EQ. Bose has preset EQs available in the app, but it would be nice if there was a manual control.

Bluetooth 5.0 is supported, with multipoint as well as more advanced codecs such as aptX Adaptive. Download the Bose Audio App to adjust the voice and sound settings.

The QC45s also include four in-built microphones to hear your voice when you make calls. They have excellent call quality, but they don't allow you to silence the voice when playing back as other wireless headphones. Update: A firmware upgrade for the QC45s came out in February 2022 added manual adjustments to the audio app. This is a welcome upgrade.

3. Focal Bathys Wireless

Focal is a French audio brand known for its high-performance headphones with long lasting comfort and a design that let listeners know they're listening to something unique. The Bathys are their first wireless noise cancelling headphones. They look and sound stunning. They also come with a built in high performance USB DAC which means you can use them for both wireless and wired listening.

The Bathys are very efficient in terms of battery performance, with Focal claiming 30 hours of continuous Bluetooth playtime. We got more than 40 hours of playback time on average from just one charge. If you need to recharge, there's an indicator light on the right earcup that will turn red when the headphone needs to be charged.

For a pair of headphones at this price, they come with lots of features. They support multiple devices at once and feature automatic pairing. (You will need to select your source device each time you listen.) The headphones come with a built in microphone that works with voice assistants like Siri or Alexa. The headphones also have an easy-to-use interface that makes it easy to control your music and take calls.

For wireless headphones that are over-ear The Bathys perform very well in our test of noise cancellation, reducing the background sound by around 9 decibels in average. It's not as impressive as the ANC in the Sony WH-1000XM4 or Bose QuietComfort 45/QC45 Wireless, however it's still pretty effective.

In our tests of the quality of sound from headphones The Bathys were a good overall performer with the frequency response which generally matches the SoundGuys headphone preference curve, with only minor differences in the mids and bass. They have a bass-rich sound profile that adds a lot of boom to the mix, but can sometimes make instruments and vocals like cymbals sound dull.

They also have excellent leakage resistance, meaning you can wear them in public without worrying about other people listening to your music. Their mic is passable for recording via Bluetooth with only a slight distortion between the mid-treble and treble.

4. Sennheiser Momentum 4

The Sennheiser Momentum Wireless are a new version of the company's flagship Bluetooth headphones. The previous model, called the Momentum 3, was a solid but unspectacular entry in the class. The new model improves on the previous generation with modern design, better gesture controls and massive battery life.

The changes are subtle but add up to a pair of over ear headphones that feel like an upgrade. The Momentum 4s lie flat and aren't foldable, but they do come with a nice hardshell case to keep them safe on the go. The Momentum 4s are non-device-specific, similar to other Bluetooth headphones of recent years, such as those from Bowers & Wilkins and Sony. This means they work with both Android phones and Apple iPhones, but don't have the extra features (like Find My support and head-tracked Spatial Audio) that are available on the AirPods.

The most obvious improvement in this model is the huge battery, which claims up to 60 hours of playback when the noise cancellation option turned on. That's easily double what most of the competitors can provide and enough for a long-distance trip without having to worry about finding a power outlet to charge it.

Billy Steele, senior editor at Engadget and Engadget, gave the Rechargeable Headphones an 82 percent score. He cited their audio quality and ANC features as the top strengths. The only thing he dislikes is that they lack a sense of gravitas in the mids as well as the treble. This means that orchestral tracks tend to sound flat rather than grand. The bass is rounded, but it can be overemphasised and cause fatigue in songs that have heavy bass lines like the drums that are pounding in As I Lay Dying's Forever. The cymbals sound smoky rather than full and there's no sense of depth in the lows.

The Momentum 4s are comfortable and should not put too much pressure on your neck or ears. However, they can be fidgety when wearing them around the house or for longer listening sessions, and can move around on your head in a flurry of head movements. This can cause them wake up in a sudden manner, which could be distracting while listening to music or making calls. They shut down automatically after 15 minutes and can be switched off manually using the power button.