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The 26 best headphone deals right now

The best part about the holidays are the sales -- and here are the best holiday deals on headphones and wireless earbuds.
Written by Christina Darby, Associate Editor on
Reviewed by Amy Lieu

If your holiday season would get a lot happier with a pair of headphones to either blast or block out cheesy Christmas songs, look no further. While headphones and earbuds are essential accessories, their pricing can be far from practical without a good deal. 

Since it's the thick of holiday shopping season, you may want a pair of over-ear cans or in ear buds to block out some of the noise. Luckily, we compiled a list of the best deals so you can survive the holiday rush -- maybe while wearing your new Beats. 

Latest holiday headphone deals

The last time this page received an update, these were the latest headphone deals worth checking out:

Best holiday headphone deals

Below are finds for the biggest holiday deals on earbuds and over-the-ear headphones. 

  • Current price: $110
  • Original price: 150

If you always have to have some sort of sound to think clearly, meet your new best friend. With dual device connectivity, you can seamlessly switch from listening to a podcast on your phone as you work to a Zoom meeting via laptop without going through a pair and connect process every time. 

Speaking of chatting with headphones in, out of all the headphones I own, these have the best microphone quality both over Zoom and on just regular phone calls. 

As if they're not already some of the most convenient earbuds, they're also super comfortable, and even though they have more of a, "hang on the ear," than in-canal fit, they stay in your ears without a lot of pressure build up. If you're looking to a discounted, but just as good version of AirPods, I can't recommend this pair from Soundcore enough. 

  • Current price: $129
  • Original price: $179

As someone who is picky about which earbuds they use to exercise with, trust me when I say that these Bose buds are worth the money and the hype. With an in-canal fit and soft silicone tip, the buds don't fall out of your ear no matter how much you sweat or give you uncomfortable pressure build-up mid-way through your workout. Of course, Bose doesn't disappoint with their renowned sound quality. The audio is clear even when you're running against strong winds. Bottom line: If you're in the market for some quality workout earbuds, I recommend grabbing these while they're on sale. 

  • Current Price: $199
  • Original Price: 249

Mirroring the success of the first Pro version, almost too much so with their nearly identical look, the 2nd generation AirPods Pro build on the impressive quality and ANC capabilities. Adding two times more Active Noise Cancellation and personalized spatial audio with dynamic head tracking, these buds are no doubt Apple's greatest earbud hit. Additionally, you can adjust the volume of your AirPods Pro with just a swipe on the side of the earbud -- making them the perfect hands-free accessory as you holiday shop 

  • Current: $90
  • Original: $150

Don't sleep on beats this holiday season -- especially during a sale! These water-resistant, noise-canceling buds come with three soft eartip sizes for a more custom fit as you listen to top quality sound. While Apple may own Beats and they do make a great addition to Apple ecosystems, they're compatible with Samsung devices, too. 

  • Current price: $25
  • Original price: $50

Don't let the price tag fool you -- these JBL earbuds pack a lot of punch for a prime price. Using JBL's renowned audio, the buds have a deep bass sound that gives you that "I'm at a live concert" feeling. With an ergonomic shape, JBL also promises that these buds won't give you ear-pressure buildup after long wear. 

  • Current price: $449
  • Original price: $499

Because of their sleek, modern look, these headphones have become a streetwear staple this winter. They're also are a great over-ear option for people who want to keep their headphones in the Apple ecosystem. 

I know they're at the top of my list this holiday season as they'll block out wind noise and wind chill, given their over-ear design can double as ear muffs. 

If you're like me and don't like silence, you'll also be happy to hear that they have 20 hours of battery life. This gives you at least two days of wearing without charging leverage even if you chat and stream for ten hours a day. 

  • Current price: $67
  • Original price: $99

These SkullCandy earbuds are tiny but mighty. With a small and comfortable in-ear fit, they still pack in a heavy bass with excellent active noise-cancelling technology. If you have small ears but are a big fan of audio, check these out while they're on sale. 

  • Current Price: $100
  • Original Price: $130

Active noise cancelling with a pure bass sound and 35-hour battery life, JBL's over-ear, wireless headphones promise a solid performance that will last. Save on the lightweight and foldable headphones so you can wear them on the go this holiday season, and beyond. 

  • Current price: $128
  • Original price: $200

Even though I haven't tried these earbuds, I'm anxious to listen. Not only do they have a pebbled, ergonomic, lightweight fit but they're actually smart earbuds. With settings that adjust to your environment for the most optimal listening experience, they bring, "hands-free," to a whole new level. Especially during these cold days when I don't want to take my hands out of my pockets or gloves, I'd really appreciate my earbuds knowing what listening mode is best for me. I think it'd be a smart investment to snag these while they're $72 off.

More Amazon holiday deals

Looking for some more holiday deals  on headphones for the holidays? Here are some holiday sales we found happening over at Amazon.

Walmart holiday headphone deals

Walmart has some pretty nice deals coming up, but for now, check out this sweet deal on some used AirPods Pro and a few honorable mentions. 

Best Buy holiday headphone deals

Here are some other earbuds holiday deals happening right now at Best Buy:

How did we choose these holiday headphone deals?

We went looking for these deals as if we were shopping for ourselves. By using discount codes and extensions and looking through retailers' websites, these were the best holiday deals we could find for products we would all enjoy. 

Who has the best headphone deals this holiday season?

A lot of retailers spread joy via discounts, but I'd pay extra attention to Target, Best Buy, Amazon, and Walmart as you shop this season. 

What are the best value headphones?

Even on sale, headphones can be pricey. Here are my top picks for headphone brands that give you the best bang for your buck: JBL, Sennheiser, Google Pixel, and Sony. 

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