The 8 Best Wireless Bluetooth Headphones - Fall 2021 Reviews

The best wireless Bluetooth headphones that we've tested are the Sony WH-1000XM4. These comfortable over-ears have a continuous battery life of more than 37 hours, so you don't have to worry about charging them too often. Their good touch-sensitive controls offer helpful functions, like a Speak-to-Chat feature that pauses your audio and lets you hear ambient sound when you start talking.

They have a bass-heavy default sound profile that lends your music extra thump and punch, which should suit fans of genres like EDM and hip-hop. Also, if you don't like how they sound out-of-the-box, they're easy to customize using the graphic EQ and presets in the Sony | Headphones Connect app. These headphones also have an outstanding ANC feature, so you can stay focused on your audio during your commute or while working in a noisy office.

Unfortunately, they aren't ideal for phone calls because their integrated microphone can make your voice sound thin and muffled. The mic also struggles to separate your voice from background noise, so if you're calling from a loud environment, whoever's on the other end may not be able to hear you. Otherwise, if you're looking for a versatile pair of Bluetooth headphones, these are a great option.

The Razer Opus Wireless are the best wireless headphones under $200 that we've tested. These over-ear headphones offer a very good price-to-performance ratio. They have a fantastic ANC system and can block out a significant amount of ambient noise around you, like the low rumble of bus or plane engines, as well as office chatter.

These headphones have a very comfortable fit that's well-built and sturdy. Out of the box, they have a very accurate and neutral sound profile suitable for many audio genres. That said, their companion app offers a graphic EQ and presets so that you can customize them to your liking. Thanks to their over 32 hours of continuous battery life, you don't have to worry about frequently recharging them. They also have an auto-off timer to help conserve their battery life, and you can even use them passively with their included 1/8" TRRS cable.

Unfortunately, you can't use them while charging, and their bulky design could make them a bit harder to take with you on the go. They also don't support multi-device pairing, which is disappointing if you like to stay connected to your smartphone and laptop at the same time. That said, these headphones offer versatile performance and are even among the best noise cancelling headphones under $200 that we've tested.

The best wireless Bluetooth earbuds we've tested are the Apple AirPods Pro Truly Wireless. These earbuds are lightweight and comfortable, with a few different sizes of silicone ear tips included so you can find the best fit for you. They're also stable enough to use during workouts and have an IPX4 rating for water resistance.

They have a fairly neutral sound profile that's suitable for many types of content and genres. Their ANC feature can block out an amazing amount of sound, from the low rumble of bus and plane engines to mid-range noise like background conversations. They have an H1 chip for easier pairing with Apple devices, and they have low latency with iOS and Android phones, so you should be able to stream video without noticeable audio lag.

Unfortunately, their continuous battery life of just over five hours is on the short side, but they come with a case that holds five additional charges. They also don't really have an app or come with sound customization features like an EQ or presets, which may be disappointing if you like a lot of thump and rumble in your music. That said, these earbuds are among the best noise cancelling headphones that we've tested.

The best wireless Bluetooth headphones for working out are the Jaybird Vista 2 Truly Wireless. These in-ears have a comfortable fit, durable build, and are rated IP68 for dust and water resistance. Thanks to their stability fin design, they shouldn't fall out of your ears during tough workouts.

Out of the box, they have a well-balanced sound profile that's suitable for most audio content. That said, their companion app offers a parametric EQ and presets so that you can adjust their sound to suit your tastes. They also have a lightweight and portable design, making it easy to put them in your pockets when you're on the go. Their controls are easy to use, and the headphones automatically pause if you remove one bud from your ear.

Although they have an ANC system, they still really struggle to block out background sound around you, which may be frustrating if you're working out in a noisy gym. They also have a continuous battery life of roughly 5.3 hours, and you may need to recharge them to get through your day. Luckily, their carrying case holds about two additional charges if you need it.

The Plantronics BackBeat Go 810 are the best budget wireless Bluetooth headphones that we've tested. These decently comfortable over-ear headphones have a very neutral sound profile out of the box, which makes them well-suited for a variety of audio content. If you prefer a different sound, their companion app offers a couple of EQ presets to help you adjust them to your liking.

These headphones have over 24 hours of continuous playback time, which is great for long days on the road or at the office. If you like to listen to your audio at high volumes in moderately noisy environments like at an office, those around you shouldn't be able to hear it. You can even pair these headphones with up to two devices at a time, which is nice if you like to switch audio sources between your smartphone and laptop.

Unfortunately, even though they have decent build quality, some users have reported that their unit's plastic headband broke or cracked with regular use. Their ANC also struggles to reduce bus and plane engine noise, although it does a somewhat better job of cutting down ambient chatter.