Best Headphones for 2019 (According to Cnet)

Noise-cancelling, spirit feeding, mood upgrading... These headphones are as talented as they are cool. If you think about getting one changing the one you already have, Cnet editors hand-picked these products based on their tests and reviews.

1. Sony WH-1000XM3 

Sony WH-1000XM3 lays claim to top noise-canceling headphone. The third iteration of the WH-1000X is more comfortable, sounds slightly better and features even better noise-canceling performance along with USB-C charging.

2. Jabra Elite Active 65t 

These wireless headphones beat out airdrops on sound quality. The sporty version of Jabra's already wireless earphones have a few extras that put it over the top. Bose QuietComfort 35 II The already excellent Bose Wuitecomfort 35 II gets a touch better. The top-rated QC35 adds a direct connection to Google Assistant.

3. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless are the best sounding truly wireless headphone... If you're looking for the best sounding totally wireless earphones, look no further than the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless.

4. Apple AirPods 

Best totally wireless earphones for the money. Despite some drawbacks, including their funky look, the AirPods are the best value for this new breed of totally wireless headphone.

5. Beats Studio3 Wireless 

Beats' best headphone looks the same, sounds better. While it's a little pricey, Beats has significantly improved its flagship headphone.