Buying lab

Compare headphones before you buy.

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

Best blended pick

Sony WH-1000XM5

The review signal is high relative to the usual price. Prioritise deals and refurbished options. Target price: $379.

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Noise Cancelling

Best valueLDAC / ANC

The review signal is high relative to the usual price. Prioritise deals and refurbished options.

Critic score85

Value signal100

Price$399

Release age4 years old

User score8.4

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commutersfrequent flyersopen officesAndroid hi-res listeners

Consensus

85/100

Release age

4 years old

Value signal

100/100