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Best Over the Ear Headphones

Wireless headphones allow you to listen to podcasts or music anywhere, without the need to run an audio cable from your device. They are an excellent choice for public transport, while at work or at home.

Wireless over-ear cans are offered in a variety of designs and noise cancelling features. They typically come with a stylish storage case.

Soundcore Q30

A major upgrade over the Soundcore Life 2 from late-2018 These earphones look better, feel sturdier and are generally more polished. The hinges are more secure and the soft leather ear cups are slightly larger. They are still largely made of plastic, however they're more polished. You can switch the 3.5mm cord for a high quality USB-C cable to make use of them with portable Hi-Res devices and stationary players. They also come with two mics built in that worked well during our tests with FaceTime, Skype and Microsoft Teams calls.

The Soundcore app offers a vast range of EQ presets, which can be altered and saved so you can listen to music or podcasts in the style you prefer. This is what makes these wiresless Headphones stand out from most other ANC headphones and the Soundcore app is very easy to use.

The Q30's 40mm speakers effectively block out almost all ambient sound when ANC is enabled. This creates an extremely enjoyable listening experience. The Q30's sound quality is natural, but it is a bit treble. Some may be disappointed by the bass response (we had better results with the Bass Booster equalizer). It is possible to fix this using the Soundcore App, which includes an 8-band Equalizer.

The headphones feature the power button and a pairing button on the left earcup and a USB-C port for charging. The right earcup has play/pause, and the volume up and down buttons. Double-clicking these buttons lets you skip tracks or replay the previous one. They also have an option to speak to them which allows you to ask to switch the mode or set an alarm. The right earcup can be covered with your hands to enable ambient mode, so that you can be aware of what is happening around you without taking off the headphones.

The battery life on these blootooth headphones is fantastic as well. In our tests with ANC enabled, the Q30 was able to last for nearly an hour longer than its competitors. This allows you to enjoy a long flight, or a long day at work. The USB-C cord included in the kit lets you quickly recharge the batteries. You'll also get a warning when the battery is nearing empty.

Focal Bathys Wireless

Focal's Bathys Wireless is a pair of high-quality over-ear Bluetooth headphones that feature active noise cancellation, as well as Bluetooth playback. They are designed to be premium, high-end headphones that can be used at home or while on the move. The headphones are a more expensive than other headphones, but their superior audio quality is the reason they stand out.

The Focal Bathys are packaged in a compact elegant white box with a fabric finish. It comes with everything you'll need. The package includes a fold-flat headphone carrying case, USB-C-to-USB-C cable, 1.2mm SE cable and an audio adapter.

The battery's 600mAh capacity can last a whole day of listening to music casually. They also have an audio input to connect wired. Wirelessly, they're paired via Bluetooth. You can control their functions with an app (now called Focal and Naim in keeping with English Naim's products that are network-aware) or the dedicated button located on the left earcup which scrolls through ANC profiles like'silent','soft transparent,' and 'full.

The app allows you to adjust different settings, like the brightness of the LEDs, the EQ presets (including the music profile, which is more neutral and brighter than the other profiles) and the battery life. You can also select the ANC level and mode as well as set an 'acoustic environments setting to alter the sensitivity to mimic the sound of headphones in a different acoustic room.

The Focal Bathys have a bass-rich sound profile that adds more warmth and punch to your favourite tracks. The result is that instruments and vocals can be muted, while other details like cymbals might be less prominent than other headphones. They're not as efficient in active noise cancelation when contrasted to other headphones with higher-end technology like the Sony WH-1000XM5 or Apple AirPods Max.

Sony WH-1000XM5

Sony headphones are known for their high-end quality and the WH1000XM5 is not an exception. It's located at the top portion of the over-ear headphone market, edging into the luxury lifestyle category where brands like Bang & Olufsen, Apple and Montblanc are a common sight. This means the XM5s have a premium price tag but, if you can afford it, there are better over the ear wireless headphones on the market.

The XM5s are loaded with features that help listeners and, in some instances, automate tasks they'd otherwise have to deal with manually. Sony's DSEE Extreme engine (which upscales compressed music to near-high resolution) is available and also support for Bluetooth's LDAC technology. This lets high-quality audio be streamed at bitrates that are higher than Bluetooth. There's even a built-in microphone to allow making calls hands-free.

The XM5 headphones aren't different from the previous generation of headphones from WH, in terms of noise cancellation. These headphones are among the best at eliminating the constant drones that can be heard in train and underground carriages. The XM5s also excel at separating listeners from the hum of busy airports and streets.

The sound quality is excellent. The XM5s aren't quite as clear in the low frequencies as the XM4, but they have a higher level of clarity and transparency also. The bass in Rage Against the Machine’s Bullet in the Head shows the Sonys strength and clarity, without affecting the rest of the music. The XM5s also have the ability to provide precise and accurate bass notes in Massive Attack's Angel.

Battery life is also very excellent, offering up to 30 hours of listening with ANC active, and 40 hours when it's turned off. This is more than enough to cover a weekend getaway or several days of heavy use.

The only issue is that the XM5s don't have any water resistance or dust resistance protection. Sony actually advises against sweating on them or wearing them in the rain. This might not be a major issue for the majority of people however for those who spend a lot of time in the gym or live in a humid region it could be a significant issue.

Apple AirPods Max

Apple AirPods Max is a pair of wireless headphones that come with Bluetooth technology and noise cancellation. They feature 40mm dynamic drivers that are designed by Apple and have a neutral audio profiles that emphasizes the mids and highs without going overboard on either ends of the spectrum. This makes them ideal for both movies and music. They also provide better sound quality than many other headphones.

The headphones are light and feel comfortable on your head. The earcups, which are constructed of memory foam and covered with woven fabric, sit comfortably over the ear they do not place pressure on the sides or Wiresless Headphones forehead. The ear cups can tilt and rotate to accommodate different head shapes. The spring-loaded hinges provide a strong, but not too much clamping force that makes sure the ear cups stay in position during listening sessions.

A small button located on the the right ear cup allows you to switch between noise cancelling modes. You can also use an earphone-style jog dial with a push button like the digital Crown on the Apple Watch. You can turn it around to control volume and press it once three, twice, or times for playback controls. Siri can be activated by pressing and holding the button. These buttons are placed well and easy to use, but I was disappointed that there wasn't a power button to switch off the headphones when they are not in use. The headphones go into standby when removed from your ears, or when placed in their case. They only return to life when you place them over your head.

Spatial audio is a cool feature. It makes use of accelerometers, gyroscopes and iPhones and iPads to determine where you're moving. Then, it repositions the sound so that they appear to come from that particular location. This creates an immersive theater experience for films and videos made in 5.1, 7.1 or wiresless headphones Dolby Atmos. Only iOS devices are able to listen to spatial audio.

The AirPods Max are a decent pair of headphones, but I'd feel somewhat smug going into an Apple Store and spending $549 on the headphones if I knew that they'd be outdone in a year by the second-generation model. The AirPods Pro have more advanced features and better battery performance, making it difficult to justify the cost for the majority of people.