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Today marks the start of Amazon Prime Day. If you’re in the market for headphones, Amazon has slashed the prices of some of its most attractive models.
The headphone deals range from high-end to budget models. And if you’re after a specific model that isn’t here, it’s worth a search—Amazon is also offering “lightning deals” on products throughout the sale, which offer reduced prices for extremely limited times.
Here are the best headphone deals for Prime Day:
Best wired over-the-ear headphones: Sennheiser HD 599 SE Around Ear Open Back Headphone
List price: $199
Sale: Up to 50% off
Sale times: July 15 at 10 a.m. PDT to July 16 at 10 a.m. PDT
This Sennheiser open-back model is for those that like generous over-the-ear headphone cups. It’s an Amazon-exclusive set, which is why it’s getting the bargain price treatment, but it contains the same high-end headphone that Sennheiser builds into its standard models, making this an especially good deal.
Best high-end wireless headphones for voice: Sony Noise-Cancelling WH-CH700N Wireless Bluetooth Over the Ear Headphones
List price: $198
Sale: 55%
Sale times: July 15 at 5 a.m. PDT to July 16 at 5 a.m. PDT
Sony’s noise cancellation is capable, thanks to an artificial intelligence routine that runs when you press the noise cancellation button, analyzing the noise around you and specifically modulating its response to compensate. This is a particularly nice headset for voice chats, because its microphone allows you to connect with your phone’s assistant (or Amazon’s own Alexa, should you desire.)
The Alexa integration is a nice touch, allowing you to get the same information and music you would from any other Amazon Alexa device. This set also has a generous battery life, promising 35 hours of playback, and a quick charge feature gets you a chunk of the way to full in just 10 minutes. The headphones don’t fold for travel, but they do swivel flat, making them easy to pack in a carryon or purse.
Amazon users gave the WH-CH700N 4.0 out of 5 stars, with those giving lower scores pointing out the extreme difficulty of using these with a PC (so beware, gamers.) Those using it for voice and travel were pleased with the light, attractive headset and the punchy sound profile.
Best workout headphones: Bose SoundSport Free Truly Wireless Sport Headphones
List price: $199
Sale: 30%
Sale times: July 15 at midnight PDT until July 16 at midnight PDT.
Bose isn’t always best pick for headphones, generally speaking. While its sound is typically solid and it offers good features, the brand is widely regarded among audiophiles as being overpriced for what you get, and construction quality varies widely among Bose models. That said, the Amazon Prime Day sale helps a lot with the first objection, carving enough off the price to make this a good deal.
These sport headphones come in a limited-edition color, so the sale applies only to this violet-blue hue. The earbuds are sweat- and weather-resistant, and come with a variety of silicon tips to fit various ear shapes and sizes. Charged, they’ll give you five hours of play time (double that if you attach them to the included charging case), which gives you more than enough time for a workout. They’re compatible with Bose’s handy “find my earbuds” phone app feature.
Best wireless headphones for sound balance: Bose SoundLink around-ear wireless headphones II
List price: $229
Sale: 43%
Sale times: July 15 at midnight PDT to July 16 at midnight PDT
See the caveats above about buying Bose headphones, but at almost half-off, this wireless set is a great deal for those looking for well-regarded sound balance. The Bose SoundLink II is a wireless, around-the-ear cup-style headphone set.
If you plan to use these headphones for listening rather than talking, you’re in for a treat. The sound balance is exceptionally good. This set isn’t for you if you’re looking for heavy-bass-driven sound; instead, the SoundLink II does a good job at mixing all levels in a way that is pleasant and surprisingly delicate for a wireless headset.
