I test headphones for a living and these are the best Black Friday headphone deals live now
All the best deals as they go live
With tons of Black Friday deals rolling out, now is the perfect time of year to upgrade your headphones. This is my third Black Friday tracking Black Friday headphone deals, so I know exactly what you should be looking for to get the best savings.
I've seen headphones drop to unreal prices, making for absolutely do-not-miss sales. In fact, I bought one of my favorite pairs of headphones — my Sennheiser HD 560s — when they dropped to an unbeatable price over Black Friday. Right now some of the best Black Friday headphone deals include the Sony WH-1000XM5 for just $298 at Walmart, which is over $100 off. And you can snag the Beats Studio Buds for just $99 at Amazon, saving 33%.
There's also some good discounts on select earbuds, as well, like AirPods, but we expect the prices to go even lower. Here you'll find all of the best Black Friday headphones deals right up top, and keep scrolling to discover great deals as they go live. With everything from flagship noise canceling headphones to budget-oriented wireless earbuds, there's a Black Friday headphone deal for everyone.
Quick Links
- Beats Flex Wireless earbuds: was $69 now $47 @ Amazon
- Samsung Galaxy Buds FE: was $99 now $69 @ Best Buy
- Beats Studio Buds: was $149 now $99 @ Amazon
- AirPods 4: was $129 now $119 @ Amazon
- Sony Linkbuds S: was $199 now $128 @ Walmart
- Beats Solo 4: was $199 now $129 @ Best Buy
- AirPods 4 w/ ANC: was $179 now $168 @ Amazon
- Beats Studio Pro: was $349 now $169 @ Amazon
- AirPods Pro 2: was $249 now $189 @ Amazon
- Sony WF-1000XM5: was $299 now $221 @ Walmart
- Bowers & Wilkins Pi5 S2: was $299 now $228 @ Amazon
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds: was $299 now $229 @ Best Buy
- Sennheiser Momentum 4: was $399 now $244 @ Amazon
- Sony WH-1000XM5: was $399 now $298 @ Walmart
- AirPods Max (lightning): was $549 now $459 @ Amazon
My Favorite Deals Now
My favorite pair of noise canceling headphones currently feature an $80 discount. That's only on the black model mind you, so you're stuck with one choice. You get some excellent headphones though, with the best ANC bar none, top-quality sound, and a very comfortable fit. Battery life could be better at only 24 hours, but the ANC is good enough that you soon won't care.
At this price point, the Beats Studio Pro might just be the deal of the year. That's a massive $180 saving, making them very close to half-price. For that, you get some very impressive noise canceling, decent sound quality and a very comfortable fit. This one should not be missed.
Sony's flagship headphones are a very impressive specimen indeed. They feature some of the best sound quality around, in addition to top-notch noise canceling. 30 hours of battery life means they'll last a long time too. This deal doesn't quite take them to their lowest price ever, but it does get them close.
Apple's AirPods are some of my favorite earbuds, thanks to their incredibly comfortable fit and excellent noise canceling. They sound pretty good as well, and they've got a very serviceable 6-hour battery life. We might see an even lower price on these come Black Friday itself, but until then, this is a great sale.
Wireless Headphones
Save big on these stylish and sleek wireless Bluetooth headphones. Bose delivers with some of the best wireless over-hear designs on the market and its QuietComfort is one of those hits. It leverages a 24 hour battery life with active noise cancelling and two listening modes. It even has multipoint connection, meaning you can connect it to several different devices, netting ample audio coverage at a more accessible price.
Marshall's fashionable rock n' roll cans are a great budget pair of headphones. They fit slightly differently to all the other headphones on the list — they're on-ear rather than over-ear. They sound good though, and they'll last you 100 hours on a charge with some of the most impressive battery life around. This price brings them under $100 for a great Black Friday deal.
Beats non-noise canceling wireless headphones are a great option if you don't need ANC. They sound really good, and they are comfortable enough for lengthy listening sessions. There's even a wired mode so that you can listen to hi-res audio. This is a monster deal, and the biggest saving we've seen on them so far.
If we were to give out a prize for the biggest percentage off, the Beats Studio Pro would come out on top. That's a massive $180 saving, or around 51%. For the price, you get a very nice pair of headphones, featuring great sound, solid noise canceling and some very cool color options. Just be aware that some colors cost more than others.
If you're looking for some great-value headphones, then the Sennheiser Accentum should be right at the top of your list. They're based on Sennheiser's more expensive noise cancelers, the Momentum 4, and feature similar sound, excellent noise canceling and an incredible battery life of 60 hours. This deal doesn't quite bring them to their lowest price ever, but $20 is still a solid savings.
The Momentum 4 are some of the most comfortable headphones around, thanks to the massive earcups and deep padding. I was able to wear them from one end of the UK to the other on a road trip to Scotland, and not only were they comfy, the 60-hour battery life lasted me the whole weekend. They sound pretty good, too.
Sony's WH-1000XM5 are some of the best headphones that money can buy. They're supremely comfortable thanks to their very light weight, and they have a wide, rich sound profile that everyone is going to love. Battery life is good too at 30 hours — and with $100 off in this Black Friday deal, they're very close to their lowest price ever.
When they recieved a USB-C update earlier this year, the deal prices on the AirPods Max with Lightning started to drop precipitously. This isn't quite the lowest we've seen them, but $100 off is still a massive discount. You get a pair of lovely luxury headphones for the price as well, with stunning sound and excellent noise canceling. Battery life could be better though — they'll only last you 20 hours.
Wireless Earbuds
Runners rejoice! Nothing's new open-ear buds are now slashed by over 20%, netting you serious savings on one of its newest, most serious designs. The aptly-named Nothing Ear (open) comes built for the fitness gurus out there, leveraging a 50-degree tilt and lightweight build of just 8.1g on a compact and water-resistant body. It even has support for ChatGPT when used with Android devices, giving you all the answers you need on the fly at just the push of a button.
If you're looking for an affordable way to get some lovely little earbuds in your pocket, this is it. The Soundcore P20i are tiny, they cost less than $30, and they have a lanyard so that you can strap them to your bag or keys and never be without earbuds. Apply the 20% off coupon before checkout for even more savings.
Bose is always in the business of delivering some of the best audio products in the market and that's not different on its Ultra Open. Similar to the Nothing Ear (open), these are also designed for runners, allowing you to hear the world around you better while still maintaining ample immersion in your soundscapes. An IPX4 rating gives it just enough protection against the elements and sweat, plus seven hours of battery life ensures you stay active and aren't wasting away charging your headphones. These lean more on the premium side, so do expect a hefty price tag — one that's well-slashed in the face of Black Friday.
Beats Flex buds aren't strictly wireless — there's a cable that connects the buds and holds the batteries. There's no wire that connects them to your phone though, and they're great for exercise thanks to their secure fit. They sound alright as well — and $20 off is a great deal for these sub-$100 earbuds.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds FE are the budget entry into Samsung's in-ear lineup, and they bring some great features at a lower price. This includes active noise cancelling. This price is a great saving on some great buds for Samsung fans.
Beats' answer to the AirPods are a wicked little in-ear bud. They feature noise canceling to keep the outside world out, and a very tasteful sound signature which makes for a good listen. They're also very, very small, and their case is shaped perfectly to fit in skinny jeans.
Apple's latest AirPods bring a whole new design to the table, along with one of the smallest charging cases we've ever seen. There are two versions — one featuring noise canceling, and one without. This is the one without, but they still come with Spatial Audio. This is their first ever discount — although watch over Black Friday to see if they drop even more.
Samsung's previous generation buds are still a great pick for Galaxy owners looking for some solid earbuds to go with their phone. They sound good, block out plenty of noise and feature 8 hours of use out of the buds. That's longer than the AirPods Pro 2, which is a nice bonus. This is the lowest we've ever seen these buds for a very tempting deal.
Sennheiser has brought its audio chops to bear with the Momentum 3 wireless. They sound excellent, with some of best audio of any wireless earbuds that you can buy today. The ANC is good as well, and you get an epic 28 hours of rated battery life with the included case.
While they might not be quite at the same level as the more expensive WH-1000XM5, the LinkBuds S are still a great earbud option. They sound good, fit comfortably, and Sony's signature noise canceling is excellent. This isn't quite their lowest price ever, but we're keeping an eye on them for Black Friday itself.
Once Beats' top-of-the-line earbuds (with AirPods internals, no less), the Powerbeats Pro are still a great pair of earbuds if you want something to go running with. The ear hooks help keep them in place, and the ANC is brilliant for keeping the noise out during exercise. This isn't their lowest price ever, but it's still a solid discount.
How about something a little different? The Tour Pro 2 feature a screen on the case that controls the ANC level, tells you the battery level and more. The buds inside are good, too. This is a massive discount of $70 for a new lowest price ever.
The AirPods Pro 2 are still Apple's most premium in-ears, and they just keep getting better. In addition to their excellent sound quality and good noise canceling, Apple recently updated them so that they can now work as a kind of hearing aid for the hard of hearing. This isn't their lowest price ever, but it's close.
Sennheiser's mid-range buds are a stunning option that don't break the bank. They feature similar noise canceling and sound quality to the more expensive Momentum buds, but they come in at a much lower price thanks to their more plain design.
Samsung's latest buds are now at their lowest price ever thanks to a $40 discount. They're the perfect buds for Galaxy owners, featuring AI commands that work with Samsung phones perfectly, along with noise canceling and sound quality to rival the competition. The case has a clear top for a cool design note as well.
Sony's top-of-the-line earbuds continue to top our list of the best wireless earbuds. They sound phenomenal, block out incredible amounts of noise, and they're comfortable thanks to their silicon fitting options. This deal doesn't quite drop them to their lowest-ever price, but it's still a very good pre-Black Friday discount.
FAQs
- What about wired? There are some great wired headphones out there, and I'll be adding them when the deals go live.
- Don't be afraid of non-ANC headphones. If you want to save money, then they can often be cheaper than their ANC counterparts.
- Look out for older models. Oftentimes you'll find excellent deals on older models of headphones, letting you save even more money and get last years flagships.
- Earbuds or headphones? Headphones sound better and are often more comfortable, but earbuds are more portable and are often cheaper.
I've been testing headphones for years now, and tracking deals the whole time. Some of my favorite pairs of headphones where found during the sale of the year, and I've taken my knowledge and expertise to make this live list. I'll be tracking deals over the sale as well, and adding them below to keep you up to date with everything that arrives.
That's right, we've got some more Bose deals for you and this one sees its QuietComfort wireless headphones slashed significantly for Black Friday. These bad boys offer 24 hours of battery life and a 15-minute charge time, meaning you can get right back to hearing all your favorite music without any delay. Multipoint connection also gives you extra ways to hear your audio across devices.
Sennhieser's mid-range cans, the excellent Accentum, just had a massive discount at Amazon. If you head over now, you'll find a $50 saving for a return to their lowest price ever. There's not a cheaper way to get 50 hours of listening time.
Sennheiser Accentum Plus: was $199 now $149 @ Amazon
You don't get the pick of the colors with this deal, but if you're a fan of green then you're in luck. The Bose QuietComfort headphones bring Bose's epic noise canceling to a slightly lower price — and at the moment, you can get $150 off the Cypress Green colorway.
Bose QuietComfort Headphones Cypress Green: was $349 now $199 @ Amazon
Samsungs budget oriented buds, the Galaxy Buds FE, are a great pair of noise canceling earbuds that don't break the bank. They're also super small, so they slip into pockets and bags without issue at all. This is a great saving on some brilliant little buds.
Samsung Galaxy Buds FE: was $99 now $69 @ Best Buy
Sony's WF-1000XM5 top the list of the best wireless earbuds thanks to their incredible sound, stunning noise canceling, and good feature set. They've also got some very solid battery life, with the buds lasting 8 hours on a charge from the case. We've seen them slightly lower than this deal, but head over to Walmart right now for $70 off.
Sony WF-1000XM5: was $299 now $229 @ Walmart
Nothing Ear (open) wireless earbuds: was $189 now $149 at Amazon US
The base Nothing Ear isn't the only thing Nothing is touting when it comes to serious audio coverage. For the runners out there, meet the Nothing Ear (open), its first open-ear design that's built for those looking to get the best sound for their fitness needs. As much as 30 hours of playback on a platform that allows for customizable EQ settings makes the Nothing Ear (open) quite a stellar pair of earbuds. These earbuds also have ChatGPT integration, making it easy for you to find the answers you need directly from your audio source.
Nothing Ear wireless earbuds: was $148 now $129 at Amazon US
Don't sleep on Nothing's incredible new lineup of earbuds that offer some serious gains in ANC and user-generated controls over much of the competition. What makes the Nothing Ear so enlightening is its integration with ChatGPT, allowing you to instantly ask the chatbot questions using your compatible Android device and earbuds. An over 40 hour battery life with ANC off also keeps you listening to your favorite tunes without friction.
Samsung's AirPods 4 alikes, the Galaxy Buds 3, are an attractive pair of earbuds that come in at a decent price even without this deal. There's $30 off at Best Buy currently though, for a good saving on some fairly new earbuds.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3: was $179 now $149 @ Best Buy
Open earbuds are a relatively new thing, and the Bose Ultra Open are some of the most expensive. They're also some of the best — and with this deal at Amazon, you'll save $50. I like these little buds a lot more than I thought I would, provided some great sound and a surprisingly wide soundstage.
Bose Ultra Open: was $299 now $249 @ Amazon
How about the top-of-the-line Apple headphones? The AirPods Max with lightning are now $100 off at Amazon. That's not the lowest price they've ever been, but it's a reasonable saving on some very nice headphones.
AirPods Max (Lightning): was $549 now $451 @ Amazon
Want the best battery life possible in your headphones? The Marshall Monitor IV headphones come with 80 hours of battery for almost limitless listening. They sound pretty good too, and they fold up super small so that fit into any backpack.
Marshall Major IV: was $149 now $95 @ Amazon
The previous generation of Sony's flagship headphones are no slouch — and because they're slightly older, you can get them for a bargain price. There's currently $100 off all the different color options, for a great pre-Black Friday deal. If you want something that's great for traveling, these fold up smaller than the newer model as well.
Sony WH-1000XM4: was $348 now $248 @ Amazon
If you're looking for the best sound quality possible, then a pair of wired headphones is the way to go. These Sennheiser HD650 headphones are some of the best sounding around — and you can currently pick up a pair with 34% off.
Sennheiser HD 650: was $499 now $329 @ Amazon
If you're interested in finding out how AI might work in headphones, then look no further than the now-reduced Google Pixel Buds Pro. This is the first gen, but they recieved an update recently that brought some of the Gemini features of the new version. Bundle in solid sound and decent noise canceling and you've a great pair of buds.
Google Pixel Buds Pro: was $199 now $139 @ Amazon
How about $100 off some excellent noise canceling earbuds? The Jabra Elite 10 are a comfortable, great-sounding pair of earbuds with Spatial Audio support. This deal brings them down to their lowest price ever as well, for a great saving.
Jabra Elite 10: was $249 now $149 @ Amazon
I absolutely loved the Beats Studio Buds+ in my testing. They have a more restrained sound signature than you might expect from Beats, but that means they sound a whole lot more detailed. The noise canceling has been improved over the old model as well, for some of the best wireless earbuds under $200.
Beats Studio Buds+: was $169 now $149 @ Amazon
Sony's LinkBuds Fit where only released a few weeks ago, but you can already get a pair at Amazon with a $20 discount. That's the new lowest price for the buds, and you get some top-shelf features for the price. There's some decent noise canceling on board, along with solid sound and a comfortable fit.
Sony LinkBuds Fit: was $199 now $178 @ Amazon
Sometimes, you want the most luxurious thing you can lay your hands on — and not spend loads to do it. The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e ooze luxury from every pore of their metal and leather clad form, and they're currently $150 off at Amazon. They're comfy, look amazing, and they sound absolutely incredible — this deal is an absolute steal.
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e: was $399 now $249 @ Amazon
Sennheiser's top-notch headphones are currently available at a great price when you head over to Amazon. They feature some truly class-leading battery life — they'll last you 60 hours of listening on a single charge, making them perfect for traveling. Their solid noise canceling is great for blocking out noisy engines as well.
Sennheiser Momentum 4: was $379 now $243 @ Amazon
Beats' Studio Pro headphones weren't my favorites when at full price — but chop $180 off the price and you've got yourself some excellent headphones. They sound better than most of the competition at this deal price, and the noise canceling is at the same level of the much more expensive AirPods Max. This deal is their lowest price ever, although some of the other colors are a little more.
Beats Studio Pro: was $349 now $169 @ Amazon
The WH-1000XM5 are easily some of the best wireless headphones that money can buy. They managed to get a four-and-a-half-star rating in our WH-1000XM5 review, and with good reason. They sound excellent, feel great on the head, and their noise canceling is good enough to block most noises. Even the battery life is solid — 30 hours of staying time to last you through even the longest of long-haul flights. At the moment, you can save $100 on a pair if you head over to Walmart.
Sony WH-1000XM5: was $399 now $298 @ Walmart
And we are off! Bose's excellent QuietComfort Ultra Headphones are currently on sale at Amazon, where you'll find the black pair with $80 off. That's a great saving on some of the best noise canceling headphones around, and well worth the pick up.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones: was $429 now $349 @ Amazon