Our Experts CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. What to consider Budget Know how much you're willing to spend on headphones before you start doing serious research. Noise canceling? Noise canceling features in phones are great, but can impact sound quality.
You need to choose which is most important to you before buying. Wired or wireless Most good over-ear headphones now offer Bluetooth with a physical cable you can use when you choose to, but not all of them. Know what you're getting yourself in to before buying.
Comfort It's important to know you can wear your headphones for long periods of time, without any pain or pinching. Durability If you're going to spend the money, you should know the headphones will last for a while. Return policy Make sure you buy from a reputable source, so you can return the headphones if you try them out and don't care for them.
Our Picks CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. What to consider Budget Know how much you're willing to spend on headphones before you start doing serious research. Noise canceling? Noise canceling features in phones are great, but can impact sound quality.
You need to choose which is most important to you before buying. Wired or wireless Most good over-ear headphones now offer Bluetooth with a physical cable you .