Compare Headphones — Headphoneify

Buying lab

Compare headphones before you buy.

Line up review scores, value, release age, audio tech, and buyer fit across up to four products.

Best blended pick

Sony WF-1000XM4

A strong score for the money. Prioritise good sale prices and reputable refurbished options. Target price: $189.

Worth-it breakdown

4 products selected

Earbuds

Sony WF-1000XM4

Best valueANC / LDAC

A strong score for the money. Prioritise good sale prices and reputable refurbished options.

Critic score90

Value score100

Price$199

Release age5y 1m old

User score8.7

Best for

pocket carrycallsgym bagsAndroid hi-res listeners

Consensus

90/100

Release age

5y 1m old

Value score

100/100

Earbuds

Nothing Ear (2)

Best valueANC / LHDC 5.0

A strong score for the money. Prioritise good sale prices and reputable refurbished options.

Critic score83

Value score100

Price$149

Release age3y 4m old

User score8.1

Best for

pocket carrycallsgym bags

Consensus

83/100

Release age

3y 4m old

Value score

100/100

Earbuds

Nothing Ear

Best valueLDAC / ANC

A strong score for the money. Prioritise good sale prices and reputable refurbished options.

Critic score84

Value score100

Price$149

Release age2y 3m old

User score8.5

Best for

pocket carrycallsgym bags

Consensus

84/100

Release age

2y 3m old

Value score

100/100

Budget

Nothing Ear (a)

Best valueANC / Bluetooth

A strong score for the money. Prioritise good sale prices and reputable refurbished options.

Critic score91

Value score100

Price$99

Release age2y 3m old

User score8.7

Best for

pocket carrycallsgym bagsvalue buyers

Consensus

91/100

Release age

2y 3m old

Value score

100/100