On this page you’ll find the best headphones we’ve tested at HiFi magazine STEREO GUIDE. Discover the best in-ears, on-ears or over-ears with Bluetooth, ANC or True Wireless.
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The best in-ear headphones
Beyerdynamic Xelento 2 Wireless review
Shiny finish, awkward concept, sensational sound quality win!
An awkward concept, but a sensational win in terms of sound quality: Beyerdynamic´s Xelento Wireless 2 Gen is a true audiophile masterpiece.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2 review: What does the model update bring?
Cancel culture against environmental noise
The new Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2 impress in the review with improved ANC, less noise, head tracking with less delay and a wireless charging case.
Technics EAH-AZ100 review: Significant upgrade compared to the EAH-AZ80
Bass and stage imaging with that certain something
The Technics EAH-AZ100 features new drivers, better ANC, longer battery life and head tracking. In the review, it shows clear progress compared to the EAH-AZ80 – especially in terms of sound and spatial reproduction.
Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 review
This high-end wireless in-ear can stream music by itself
The Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 is a True Wireless in-ear with Bluetooth transmitter that sounds audiophile and uses a user friendly app.
Sony WF-1000XM4 review
Silky sound, smart ANC and cool features you´ve never heard about
The Sony WF-1000XM4 and the designated Sony app offer a bunch of cool gadgety features. The sound is flawless, dynamic and quite silky.
Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 review
Battery marathon and sound offensive - is that enough for a win?
The Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 impressed in the review with its high-end sound and powerful battery. You have to live with minor weaknesses.
Sennheiser IE 600 review
Merciless dynamics: stage sound with turbo effect
The Sennheiser IE 600 is a passive, wired in-ear monitor with ultimate dynamics, playability and precision. But we missed warmth and gentleness.
Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 review – great sound for little money
These new in-ear headphones are perfect for all types of music
The Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 sound balanced with great voice reproduction. The bass has punch and depth – but only with ANC.
Apple AirPods Pro 3 review: sound miracle with health extras
The best thing you can do to your ears (and iPhone)?
The cult brand from Cupertino dominates the world of its loyal followers without much competition. The new Apple AirPods Pro 3 are also likely to be bought by them after a long queue in front of the brand…
Sony WF-1000XM5 review
Private Investigations in sound - the best ANC with great wearing comfort
Review Sony WF-1000XM5: Probably the most effective ANC among the TWS meets a balanced, long-term sound and exceptional wearing comfort.
Sony WH-1000XM6 review: improvements across the board
VIP treatment for frequent travelers
The Sony WH-1000XM6 outshines its predecessor in every discipline and can now be folded up again for easier transportation.
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 review: A new sound level?
Powerful bass from slim over-ear headphones
New design, better technology, better sound: the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 wants to do everything better. All the technical details and differences to the Px7 S2 in the review.
Apple AirPods Max 2 (2026) Review: Do I Really Need Them? The Answer Is Audible
New Chip, New Hip?
The AirPods Max 2 remains externally unchanged but significantly improves in sound. New H2 chip, better noise cancelling, and more dynamics in the test.
Apple AirPods Max 2nd Gen in the test: Better also through software update?
More space and dynamics thanks to USB-C playback and new software
The Apple AirPod Max Gen 2 take a big step forward, not least thanks to the 7E101 software update, especially in terms of spatiality. USB-C playback also brings a sound gain.
Sonos Ace review – over-ear headphones with ANC
Can the brand's first headphones score with 3D audio and head tracking?
The Sonos Ace is the brand’s first pair of headphones with cool features like head tracking and 3D sound, which also impressed us in our review.
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless review
Finally: audiophile sound plus Noise Cancellation
The Gen 4 of Sennheiser´s wireless traveler´s headphones offer excellent noise-canceling and audiophile natural sound, but less effects.
Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 review: How good is the over-ear?
ANC headphones with top sound & endurance
With the Cambridge Audio Melomania P100, the British brand is trying to compete with Sony and Bose with Bluetooth, ANC and hi-fi sound. What are the chances?
Review: Fostex TH900 Mk2 vs PW Limited Edition
Red or white? Is it better to buy the Standard Edition or the PW Limited Edition?
The Fostex TH900 Mk2 met the Pearl White Limited Edition of the TH900 Mk2 in the review. With the same enthusiasm for the game, there were small differences that were decisive for some.
Teufel Real Blue Pro review
Teufel's best - hellishly good?
The Teufel Real Blue Pro is the brand’s top earpiece. In return, it offers top ANC and an app. Whether this helps against Sony & Co. is clarified in the review.
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 review
The Brits please the ear, please the eye
The Px8 is one of the finest Bluetooth headphones on the market and is particularly convincing in terms of wearing comfort, spaciousness and long-term suitability.
The best noise-cancelling headphones
Apple AirPods Max 2 (2026) Review: Do I Really Need Them? The Answer Is Audible
New Chip, New Hip?
The AirPods Max 2 remains externally unchanged but significantly improves in sound. New H2 chip, better noise cancelling, and more dynamics in the test.
Sony WH-1000XM6 review: improvements across the board
VIP treatment for frequent travelers
The Sony WH-1000XM6 outshines its predecessor in every discipline and can now be folded up again for easier transportation.
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 review: A new sound level?
Powerful bass from slim over-ear headphones
New design, better technology, better sound: the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 wants to do everything better. All the technical details and differences to the Px7 S2 in the review.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2 review: What does the model update bring?
Cancel culture against environmental noise
The new Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2 impress in the review with improved ANC, less noise, head tracking with less delay and a wireless charging case.
Technics EAH-AZ100 review: Significant upgrade compared to the EAH-AZ80
Bass and stage imaging with that certain something
The Technics EAH-AZ100 features new drivers, better ANC, longer battery life and head tracking. In the review, it shows clear progress compared to the EAH-AZ80 – especially in terms of sound and spatial reproduction.
Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 review
This high-end wireless in-ear can stream music by itself
The Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 is a True Wireless in-ear with Bluetooth transmitter that sounds audiophile and uses a user friendly app.
Denon PerL Pro with ANC review
Two sonic worlds await here - thanks to individualization
The Denon PerLPro offers exclusive technology and measures up to the best in terms of sound. Does it outperform Sennheiser, B&W and Co?
Apple AirPods Max 2nd Gen in the test: Better also through software update?
More space and dynamics thanks to USB-C playback and new software
The Apple AirPod Max Gen 2 take a big step forward, not least thanks to the 7E101 software update, especially in terms of spatiality. USB-C playback also brings a sound gain.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds review
Bose raises expectations: Will there ever be a step up from Ultra?
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds replaced the QC II after a short build time. The Bluetooth in-ear combines extremely effective ANC with 3D audio.
Sony WF-1000XM4 review
Silky sound, smart ANC and cool features you´ve never heard about
The Sony WF-1000XM4 and the designated Sony app offer a bunch of cool gadgety features. The sound is flawless, dynamic and quite silky.
The best sports headphones
JBL Soundgear Sense review
How good are the first open-ears from JBL?
The JBL Soundgear Sense open-ear headphones surprised us with a listening experience that is closer to hi-fi speakers than the usual in-ears.
Apple AirPods Pro 3 review: sound miracle with health extras
The best thing you can do to your ears (and iPhone)?
The cult brand from Cupertino dominates the world of its loyal followers without much competition. The new Apple AirPods Pro 3 are also likely to be bought by them after a long queue in front of the brand…
Sennheiser Sport True Wireless review
The fin trick for athletes
Small fins hold Sennheiser Sport True Wireless in-ears securely in the ear. They belong to the balanced to calm sound artists.
Shokz OpenFit: Review of the True Wireless Open-Ears
No ANC, but In-ears can't keep up with the sound panorama
Thanks to the open-ear principle, the Shokz OpenFit surprised with great spatiality and a comfortable fit in the review. But they also require compromises.
Tribit MoveBuds H1 review
Made for sports: The Bluetooth-In-Ear for active people
Tribit’s sports headphones offer unbeatable battery life, great sound and a secure fit. However, they do not fit in every ear.
The best gaming headsets
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) review
The e-sports gaming headset for serious players
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro does without light effects. The wireless gaming headset relies on Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz radio and rich sound.
JBL Quantum 910 review
One for all? This gaming flagship offers top-notch connectivity
JBL´s top-notch gaming headphones offer a bunch features such as head-tracking and ANC. Soundwise, one has to take tought decisions…
HyperX Cloud II review
Bestseller with a strong price/performance ratio
Long-term test: The HyperX Cloud II offers solid performance for mid-range gamers who don’t want to spend a fortune on a 7.1 surround headset.
Skullcandy PLYR review
Call it a comeback with really unique design
Skullcandy´s multi-platform wireless headset turned out to offer outstanding wearing comfort and great software but is also versatile.
Logitech G935 review
Add some sci-fi style taillights to your gaming experience!
Logitech´s G935 gaming headset is a bit outdated in terms of battery life but offers premium surround sound, software and some lightshow.