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Best Over-Ear Headphones

Over-ear headphones, unlike earbuds, can completely surround the ears. They also allow for larger drivers, which deliver greater bass and a wider soundstage. Many include Bluetooth technology and active noise cancellation.

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1. Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless

Sony has redesigned an already-great pair of headphones with the WH-1000XM4 Wireless. They are lighter, better built and have an audio profile that is more balanced (though they are bass heavy). They also have an app to adjust the sound. They've improved their active noise cancellation, removing more background noises and have a longer battery life.

These headphones are Bluetooth 5.0, with support for SBC, AAC, and Sony's own LDAC codec. The latter is able to transfer high-resolution music, Wireless Bluetooth Headphones but you'll need compatible devices and streaming services. The WH-1000XM4s is also able to connect two Bluetooth devices simultaneously and then automatically switch between them as needed. This feature is enabled through the Sony Headphones Connect App and works well.

One of the major improvements over the XM3 is the sensibility of their touch panels. They respond faster to a tap on the panel, which makes them easier to control during a call or to listen to music. Sony has also added an option that makes voices sound clearer and more precise on calls which is noticeable and a nice addition.

The WH-1000XM4s aren't perfect, but they are among the top wireless headphones that we have ever tested. They are comfortable, well-made, and have an energy-efficient battery that can last for more than 30 continuous hours. They can also be used in a passive manner with a TRS cable which is great for those who travel or want to save 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 sounds. They also come with a companion app that lets you tweak their audio performance and EQ settings are more flexible than the B&W's. However, the B&Ws have an improved design, and they can connect with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously. In addition, they support aptX HD and feature a unique AI-driven engine that attempts to boost compressed music to high-resolution. This is known as DSEE Extreme and it does well in improving the clarity of music, especially when listening to lossless audio files.

2. Bose QuietComfort 45/QC45 Wireless

The $329 Bose QuietComfort 45 noise-canceling headphones are the most recent version of a headset that has become an essential for commuters and travelers around the globe. The new model does not reinvent the wheel. It is based on the same formula that made its predecessor so successful, while adding the USB-C technology and improved noise cancellation.

These over-ear Bose headsets have a premium feeling and appearance, similar to the QC 35 II headphones that were before them. The headband, made of plastic, offers a firm feel thanks to the metal hinges at pivot points. It also has the ratcheting mechanism that is familiar when you expand or retract your earcups. The cups have soft, cushioned pads that are securely positioned over your ears and don't put pressure on your head. When folded, they weigh 238 grams. They can be worn with a coat or sweater since they can be worn even when not on the head.

Despite their reputation as comfortable headphones however, the QC45s don't provide the best sound quality at this price point. The frequencies are fairly flat and lack the depth that more expensive headphones might be able to bring out. The upper registers are amplified which is acceptable for most music genres but can be a problem for more delicate and intricate genres. The bass is great, but lacks the punch.

One thing that's not included is the ability to pause playback when you remove the headset. This is a standard feature in this price range and something Bose's competitors have been offering for years. Another oversight is the absence of an in-app EQ. Bose offers preset EQs within the app, but it would be nice to have a manual control.

You can connect to your smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth 5.0 with support for multipoint and the more advanced codecs such as aptX Adaptive. You can download the Bose Audio app to adjust your headset's audio and voice assistant settings.

The QC45s come with four built-in microphones that pick up your voice during calls. The call quality is generally excellent, but the headsets do not have the ability to mute your voice during playback which is something other wireless headphones do. Update: As of February 2022, the firmware update to the QC45s provided manual EQ options within the audio app which is a welcomed improvement.

3. Focal Bathys Wireless

Focal is a French audio company known for high-performance headphones that last for a long time, comfort and a design that let listeners know they're listening to something unique. Their first venture into wireless headphones that block noise the Bathys, are stunning headphones that look and sound fantastic. They also come with an inbuilt high-performance USB DAC which means you can use them for both wireless Bluetooth Headphones and wired listening.

The Bathys are very efficient in terms of battery life, with Focal promising 30 hours of continuous Bluetooth playtime. We got more than 40 hours of playback on average on a single charge. If you are required to charge your headphones then the indicator light on the right earcup will change red.

They have a decent amount of features for a pair of headphones of this price point, including support for multiple devices simultaneously and automatic pairing (though you'll have to select the source device every time you need to listen). They have a built-in microphone that supports voice assistants like Siri or Alexa. The headphones feature an easy to use interface that makes it simple to control music and make calls.

For wireless headphones that are over-ear for over-ear wireless headphones, the Bathys perform very well in our tests of noise cancellation. They cut down the ambient sound by about 9 decibels in average. This isn't as impressive as the ANC in the Sony WH-1000XM4 or Bose QuietComfort 45/QC45 Wireless but it's still pretty effective.

The Bathys headphones did well in our headphone sound tests. Their frequency response was mostly similar to the headphone curve of SoundGuys with minor differences in the mids and bass. They have a bass-rich sound pattern which adds plenty of boom to mixes however, it can make vocals and instruments like cymbals seem a bit veiled.

They also have very good leakage resistance, which means you can wear them in public without worrying about other people listening to your music. The microphone has a decent recording quality via Bluetooth with only a slight distortion in the mid to high treble frequency range.

4. Sennheiser Momentum 4

The Sennheiser Momentum Wireless is a new update of the company's flagship Bluetooth headsets. The previous model, the Momentum 3, was a decent, but not the most impressive entry in the category. The new model improves on the previous model with a sleeker design, improved gesture controls and massive battery life.

The changes are subtle but add up to an over-ear set of headphones that feels like an upgrade. The Momentum 4s are flat and don't fold. They come with a hardshell case that protects them when on the move. They also follow the style of a number of other recent Bluetooth headphones, such as the ones from Sony and Bowers & Wilkins, to be beautifully device agnostic. They can be used with Apple iPhones as well as Android phones, but lack the AirPods additional features such as Find My Support and head-tracked spatial audio.

The most obvious change in this model is the huge battery that promises up to 60 hours of playback with the noise cancellation option turned on. This is easily twice the amount of the other brands and enough to allow you to travel for a longer period of time without worrying about finding an outlet.

Billy Steele, senior editor at Engadget and Engadget, gave the headphones an 82 percent score. He noted their sound quality and ANC features as strengths. The only issue he has is that they lack of gravitas in the mids and the treble. This makes orchestral pieces sound flat, not grand. The bass is smooth and well-rounded but it's easy to over-emphasize and cause fatigue in songs that have heavy bass lines such as the drums in As I Lay Dying's Forever. The cymbals sound smoky rather than full and there's no feeling of depth in the bass.

The Momentum 4s should not put pressure on your neck or ears. They can be a bit fidgety if you wear them around the home or during long listening sessions. They can move on your head and make a lot of head movements. This can cause them wake up at random times, which can be distracting while listening to music or making calls. Fortunately they shut down after 15 minutes of rest by default, and can be manually switched off with the power button.