The 6 Best Headphones Under $200 - Fall 2021 Reviews

The Razer Opus Wireless are the best headphones under $200 with an over-ear design that we've tested. These headphones have an active noise cancelling (ANC) system that offers an outstanding noise isolation performance. They can block out a lot of bus and plane engine noise as well as ambient chatter and the high-pitched hum of an AC unit.

Their default sound profile is very neutral and accurate, which makes them well-suited for a variety of audio genres. If you prefer a different sound, their companion app offers a graphic EQ and presets so you can tweak them to your liking. They very feel well-built and have a comfortable as well as stable fit. They also have over 32 hours of continuous playback time and an auto-off timer to help conserve battery life when not in use.

However, their integrated mic has a hard time separating your voice from moderate ambient noise, so you may not be heard clearly if you're making a call in a noisy environment. They also lack multi-device pairing, so you can't connect them to more than one device at a time. Still, these headphones offer a well-rounded and versatile performance with powerful ANC at this price point.

The JBL CLUB PRO+ TWS True Wireless are the best earbuds under $200 that we've tested. These earbuds have a comfortable, stable design, so you can wear them during workouts without much risk of them falling out of your ears. They're made of plastic that feels very sturdy and durable.

Their default sound profile is very neutral, meaning it's suitable for all kinds of content and genres. If you prefer a different sound, the JBL Headphones app gives you access to a parametric EQ and presets, so you can easily customize it to suit your tastes. Their ANC feature does a good job of isolating you from ambient sound. They also have a good battery life of about 7.4 continuous hours and come with a solid case that stores about three extra charges.

Unfortunately, their Βluetooth latency with computers and Android phones is on the high side, so you may notice a delay if you use them to stream video from those devices. Ηowever, they have a better performance with iOS devices. Overall, these earbuds are versatile and offer a customizable listening experience. They're even among the best headphones for music that we've tested.

The JBL Live 460NC Wireless are the best on-ear headphones under $200 that we've tested. These headphones have a fairly comfortable fit and feel well-built. Their continuous battery life of over 29 hours should last through long days on the go without an issue.

Out of the box, they have a very neutral sound profile, which makes them suitable for a variety of audio content. That said, if you prefer a different sound, their companion app offers a parametric EQ and presets so you can adjust them to your liking. These headphones have an ANC system that delivers an overall decent noise isolation performance, though it's best at cutting down mid to treble-range noise like ambient chatter. You can pair them with up to two devices at a time, which is handy if you want to stay connected to your laptop and smartphone.

Unfortunately, they can fall off your head during moderate physical activity. Their mic also struggles to separate your voice from ambient noise around you, which could be frustrating if you're talking in a noisy environment like a busy street. However, their neutral yet customizable sound profile, decent noise isolation performance, and long-lasting battery life make them some of the best Bluetooth headphones under $200 with an on-ear design that we've tested.