The 6 Best Bass Headphones - Spring 2021 Reviews

The Sony WH-1000XM4 are the best bass headphones that we've tested. These wireless over-ears have a bass-heavy default sound profile that should suit fans of genres like EDM and hip-hop. Some may find their sound a bit boomy or muddy out-of-the-box, but it can be customized with a graphic EQ and presets in the Sony | Headphones Connect app.

They have an impressive build quality and have a comfortable fit that should be suitable for long listening sessions. Their ANC feature is incredible, so you can listen to your music without being bothered by too much background noise, even in a loud environment. The battery performance is amazing since it lasts for roughly 38 hours of continuous use. You can also use these headphones to listen to music passively with the 1/8" TRRS cable.

However, they aren't the best choice for making phone calls because their integrated mic makes your voice sound thin and muffled. They're also a little bulky, so they aren't the easiest to carry around, but they come with a case that should easily fit into larger bags and backpacks. Otherwise, they're very customizable headphones with an incredible ANC feature and are even some of the best headphones we've tested.

The Skullcandy Crusher Evo are the best bass wireless headphones with powerful bass that we've tested. These wireless over-ears have a boomy sound profile out-of-the-box, but, like previous models in the Crusher lineup, they're fitted with a haptic slider that can be used to increase the amount of thump and rumble in your listening experience. At its most powerful setting, they should satisfy even the most bass-hungry listeners.

Despite their wildly exaggerated sound profile, they have a somewhat conservative appearance, so they shouldn't look too out-of-place during your daily commute or at the office, and they feel quite solid overall. They supply over 34 hours of playback time on a single charge, which should be more than sufficient for most uses. They also come with a 1/8" TRRS cable that allows for passive audio playback and microphone usage on a wired connection if you forget to charge them before leaving the house.

Unfortunately, they're quite bulky and don't do the best job of staying on your head, especially during workouts. Also, they block out very little ambient noise and leak quite a bit of audio, so they're best suited for use in a quiet environment. All of that said, these headphones are a great choice if you're looking for very powerful bass response.

The Jabra Elite Active 75t are the best bass headphones with an earbud design that we've tested. These truly wireless in-ears have a comfortable fit that doesn't put too much pressure on the inner ear. Their bass-rich default sound profile delivers a good amount of thump, rumble, and punch without sounding muddy or cluttered.

They have good physical controls, with easy-to-use, clicky buttons. The companion app gives you access to a graphic EQ and presets, so you can customize their sound to suit your tastes. They're a good choice to take with you to the gym, since they have good stability and an IP57 rating for dust and water resistance, although we don't currently test for it. Despite lacking an active noise cancelling feature, they block out a good amount of office-type noise like background conversations, so they're not a bad choice to help you concentrate at work either.

Unfortunately, their battery life of roughly 6.5 hours just okay, and they don't recharge particularly quickly. However, they come with a good case that holds about three extra charges. Overall, if you're looking for a pair of earbuds with a bit of extra bass, they're a good, decently versatile option.

The Beats Flex Wireless are the best budget bass headphones that we've tested. These simple wireless in-ears have a lightweight, comfortable design that makes them comfortable enough to wear for extended periods. Their flexible silicone and plastic construction are flexible and sturdy, so they should easily survive a couple of drops and bumps.

They have a slightly overemphasized bass response that adds extra thump and rumble to genres like EDM or hip-hop but without completely overwhelming vocals or lead instruments. Their audio latency on mobile iOS and Android devices is also quite low, which is great if you plan on watching videos while wearing them. Even though they don't have any power-saving features like an auto-off timer or a standby mode, their roughly 11-hour battery life should still manage to last you throughout your day.

Unfortunately, they lack any sort of sound customization features, like built-in audio presets. Also, the buds do a decent job of blocking out ambient noise across the board but struggle to isolate against low-pitched ambient noise, like the rumble of bus or plane engines. Still, if you're looking for a pair of no-frills wireless in-ears with a bit of extra bass, these are a good option.