The 6 Best Bass Headphones - Summer 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 best budget bass headphones that we've tested are the Beats Flex Wireless. Although these colorful headphones have a simple design, they deliver a bass-heavy sound with extra punch, thump, and boom. Their sound shouldn't completely overwhelm vocals and lead instruments though.

They have a comfortable and stable fit, so you can wear them for long listening sessions without feeling fatigue. They're well-built, and their silicone and plastic design is flexible enough to fold up so that you can store them in most pockets or bags. Thanks to their W1 chip, you can seamlessly pair them with other devices in your Apple ecosystem. They also have roughly 11 hours of continuous playback time, which should be enough to get you through your workday.

Unfortunately, they don't have any sound customization features like an EQ or presets. They also struggle to passively block out bass-range noise like the rumble of bus or plane engines. That said, they do a better job of cutting down office chatter.