Switching to Wireless Headphones? Here Are 13 Great Options
Like it or not, it's probably time for iPhone owners to switch to Bluetooth.
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Griffin iTrip Clip
If you have a beloved set of 3.5mm headphones, you don’t have to ditch them altogether. The [iTrip Clip](https://griffintechnology.com/us/itrip-clip-bluetooth-headphone-adapter) (not to be confused with the Chip Clip) turns them into Bluetooth headphones with this plug-in, clip-on adapter. Like most Bluetooth earbuds, the internal battery lasts about six hours. ($20)
Sony MDRXB950BT Extra Bass Bluetooth Headphones
If you want low-end that’ll shake your fillings loose, these [Sony over-ear units](//amzn.com/B00MCHE38O) are built just for that. Tap the “Bass Boost” button on the bottom of the left ear cup to bring the bump. ($150)
Skullcandy XTFree
You don’t need a bulky pair of cans if you want serious bass, and that’s good news if your workout playlist is a bunch of Miami-style rap. [These sweatproof Skullcandy in-ears](//www.skullcandy.com/headphones/XTFREE.html) are seriously tuned to the low-end, and they’re reasonably priced. ($100)
V-Moda Crossfade Wireless
If you’re worried about protecting your ears, better get some headphones with 3D-printed shields on them. Design-wise, [these V-Moda over-ears](//v-moda.com/crossfade-wireless/) may not be for everyone. However, their sound quality should make anyone’s ears very happy. ($300)
The only people who love the rumors about the new iPhone 7 lacking a headphone jack are the companies who make wireless headphones. But in the days leading up to this week's Apple event, it’s looking more and more like that rumor will be a reality. Lightning-connected headphones are popping up everywhere, but if you’re looking for something that’ll work with more devices (and still let you rock out once Lightning disappears too), then Bluetooth is your pal. Bluetooth's audio quality has improved in giant leaps since just a couple of years ago, and the hassle-free cordless design really can't be beat.
GriffinGriffin iTrip Clip
If you have a beloved set of 3.5mm headphones, you don’t have to ditch them altogether. The [iTrip Clip](https://griffintechnology.com/us/itrip-clip-bluetooth-headphone-adapter) (not to be confused with the Chip Clip) turns them into Bluetooth headphones with this plug-in, clip-on adapter. Like most Bluetooth earbuds, the internal battery lasts about six hours. ($20)
SonySony MDRXB950BT Extra Bass Bluetooth Headphones
If you want low-end that’ll shake your fillings loose, these [Sony over-ear units](//amzn.com/B00MCHE38O) are built just for that. Tap the “Bass Boost” button on the bottom of the left ear cup to bring the bump. ($150)
SkullcandySkullcandy XTFree
You don’t need a bulky pair of cans if you want serious bass, and that’s good news if your workout playlist is a bunch of Miami-style rap. [These sweatproof Skullcandy in-ears](//www.skullcandy.com/headphones/XTFREE.html) are seriously tuned to the low-end, and they’re reasonably priced. ($100)
V-ModaV-Moda Crossfade Wireless
If you’re worried about protecting your ears, better get some headphones with 3D-printed shields on them. Design-wise, [these V-Moda over-ears](//v-moda.com/crossfade-wireless/) may not be for everyone. However, their sound quality should make anyone’s ears very happy. ($300)
JBLJBL Reflect BT
They may not look as fancy as other buds, but [these wireless JBL](//amzn.com/B00KZJ1FKA) in-ears can get sweatier than most and still stay locked in. They’re all about that bass, that gym, and that affordable price. ($70)
JaybirdJaybird Freedom Wireless
Unless you’re want to trim some ear fat, don’t wear over-ear cans at the gym. These [workout-friendly Jaybird buds](//www.jaybirdsport.com/freedom-bluetooth-headphones/) have a tight seal, but they’re still comfy. They also happen to be some of [the best-sounding wireless buds](//slim-weight.info/2016/05/review-jaybird-freedom/) out there. ($200)
BragiBragi Dash
If you go wireless, why not go all the way? [Bragi’s innovative cordless buds](//www.bragi.com/) pop in like earplugs, and they’re standalone gadgets on their own right. Fitness sensors are built right in, they have touch-sensitive controls, and you can store and play 4 gigs of tunes on them. ($300)
Bowers & WilkinsBowers & Wilkins P7 Wireless
Praise the audio gods: There’s a wireless version of [one of our favorite headphones](//slim-weight.info/2013/12/bw-p7-headphone/). The luxurious over-ear [P7-Wireless cans](//www.bowers-wilkins.com/Headphones/Wireless-Headphones/Wireless-Headphones/P7-Wireless.html) bump bass without muddying the high-end. And yes, that’s real hand-stitched leather. They sound, look, and smell great—and they fold up nice. ($400)
Bowers & WilkinsBowers & Wilkins P5 Wireless
Those P7 over-ears aren’t a fluke: Bowers & Wilkins repeatedly pumps out excellent, beautifully made headphones. Everything the company has ever made sounds wonderful. If you’re rather give your ears a bit more breathing room, go for [the wireless P5 on-ears](//www.bowers-wilkins.com/Headphones/Wireless-Headphones/Wireless-Headphones/P5-Wireless.html). ($300)
BoseBose QC35 Wireless
We know, we know: It’s popular to bad-mouth Bose. Our own Michael Calore [was skeptical himself](//slim-weight.info/2016/08/review-bose-qc35-headphones/), but [these noise-cancelling cans](//www.bose.com/en_us/products/headphones/over_ear_headphones/quietcomfort-35-wireless.html) are his new favorite travel headphones. They’re very well built, they sound great, and most importantly, they block out the din of the outside world to perfection. ($350)
B&O PlayBeoPlay H5
“Fashionable” and “earbuds” aren’t two words you normally see together. These [Bang & Olufsen buds](//www.beoplay.com/products/beoplayh5) break the mold, with a distinct shape, a fetching textile cord, and magnets that keep the earbuds together when they’re around your neck. They’re workout-friendly, too. ($250)
B&O PlayBeoplay H7
Speaking of aesthetics, most over-ear headphones are too bulky to be fashionable. The [swanky H7s](//www.beoplay.com/products/beoplayh7) look as good as they feel, with lambskin-swaddled cushions and a leather handband. The slick touch-cup interface, top-notch sound, and 20-hour battery certainly don’t hurt, either. ($400)
SennheiserSennheiser Momentum 2.0 Wireless
OK, fine. If you can’t shake your Bose aversion—or you just prefer a stainless-steel-and-leather look—there are other noise-cancellation options. These [great-sounding Sennheisers](https://amzn.com/B00SNI44CQ) will make your next flight more peaceful. Even if it’s a long haul, thanks to 20 hours of battery life. ($350)
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Tim Moynihan covers hardware for Gadget Lab, with a concentration on cameras, TVs, Ultra HD video, virtual reality, and the weirdest things he can find. He has 17 years of tech journalism experience, serving as senior editor at PCWorld, homepage editor at CNET, and an online producer at TechTV prior ... Read More
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