Finding the perfect pair of workout headphones isn’t always easy. With so many brands and a massive price range, sorting through your options can be exhausting. And whether you’re a hardcore lifter or live to run miles every morning, you want to make sure you’re investing in a set of earbuds that’ll stay comfortably in place while you sweat it out.
Luckily, we did the sorting for you and tested out some of the latest models on the market. Check out our picks for lifting, running, and more.
The 5 Best Wireless Headphones for Working Out
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Phiation BT 120 NC
Best for: RecoveryWhen it’s time to cool things down — or it’s time to tackle a gnarly commute — these earbuds are an affordable and lightweight option. The neck collar is much sleeker than the previous version and houses controls for easy calls and DJing tunes. Plus, these headphones are equipped with noise cancellation so you can get (and stay) in your zone for about eigght hours and change worth of playtime.$99; phiaton.com
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Beats by Dre Powerbeats3 Wireless
Best for: HIITThe adjustable ear hooks add sturdiness, so you won’t lose an earbud even during the most grueling circuits. As a bonus, the Powerbeats3 headphones have Apple W1 technology, which lets you listen across multiple Apple devices for up to 12 hours.$200; beatsbydre.com
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Jaybird Run
Best for: RunningThese truly wireless earbuds fit more snugly in our ears than any other pair we’ve worn, and they boast four hours of juice. (A five-minute charge adds another hour.) We love that the Jaybird app lets you customize the sound, so there’s no need to compromise.$180; jaybirdsport.com
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Skullcandy XT Free
Best for: MultisportRuns, rides, and rows won’t dislodge these superlight earbuds. They’re secure and comfy and offer thunderous bass. The short cable won’t bounce against your neck, either. Expect six hours of workout-crushing playtime.$100; skullcandy.com
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Bose Soundsport Free Wireless Headphones
Best for: LiftingNo matter how loud the gym gets, these totally wireless buds keep your workout playlist sounding balanced and crystal clear. Also, the Bluetooth connection is rock-solid, you get five hours of playtime, and the accompanying app helps you locate a lost bud.$250; bose.com
When it’s time to cool things down — or it’s time to tackle a gnarly commute — these earbuds are an affordable and lightweight option. The neck collar is much sleeker than the previous version and houses controls for easy calls and DJing tunes. Plus, these headphones are equipped with noise cancellation so you can get (and stay) in your zone for about eigght hours and change worth of playtime.
The adjustable ear hooks add sturdiness, so you won’t lose an earbud even during the most grueling circuits. As a bonus, the Powerbeats3 headphones have Apple W1 technology, which lets you listen across multiple Apple devices for up to 12 hours.
These truly wireless earbuds fit more snugly in our ears than any other pair we’ve worn, and they boast four hours of juice. (A five-minute charge adds another hour.) We love that the Jaybird app lets you customize the sound, so there’s no need to compromise.
Runs, rides, and rows won’t dislodge these superlight earbuds. They’re secure and comfy and offer thunderous bass. The short cable won’t bounce against your neck, either. Expect six hours of workout-crushing playtime.
No matter how loud the gym gets, these totally wireless buds keep your workout playlist sounding balanced and crystal clear. Also, the Bluetooth connection is rock-solid, you get five hours of playtime, and the accompanying app helps you locate a lost bud.
