Amazon Prime Day: Best headphones on sale, from Bose to Sony
Flights can be chaotic. You might encounter fussy babies, talkative neighbors, a person watching a movie without headphones or maybe even the sound of 100 ukuleles. In order to relax, sometimes you need to tune out everyone around you.
Your best bet is to have some solid headphones ready so you can watch your shows or drown out everything else. If you’re in the market for new headphones, here are our top picks for travel headphones currently on sale for Amazon Prime Day.
Though anyone can shop at Amazon, Prime customers get free shipping. You can try Prime for free for 30 days if you haven’t been a Prime customer in the last 12 months.
Students can try Prime for a discounted monthly rate of $7.49 instead of the normal $14.99.
Apple
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) — $168.99 (normally $249)
Perhaps one of the most iconic sound devices of recent years, Apple AirPods Pro are a TPG favorite, thanks to their superior sound quality and noise-canceling capabilities. They’re a must-have device for many of our team members and are currently available for over 30% off their usual asking price.
To buy: Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation), $168.99 (normally $249)
Apple AirPods (2nd Generation) — $69 (normally $129)
If the newest technology isn’t necessary, you can get the second-generation AirPods for just $69.
To buy: Apple AirPods (2nd Generation), $69 (normally $129)
Bose
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II — $169.95 (normally $279)
This is Bose’s earbud version of the QuietComfort headphones. They are essentially the same as the over-ear version and offer wireless, Bluetooth and noise-canceling capabilities.
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Though they’re only slightly on sale this year, it is still an opportunity to save money on quality headphones.
To buy: Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II, $169.95 (normally $279)
Bose QuietComfort Wireless Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones — $229 (normally $349)
If you prefer over-the-ear headphones, consider Bose’s staple noise-canceling wireless headphones. They are touted as the “perfect balance of quiet, comfort and sound.”
With a Bluetooth range of up to 30 feet, they offer both a Quiet and Aware mode. You can transition to Quiet mode for noise-canceling capabilities or Aware mode to hear your environment and music simultaneously.
To buy: Bose QuietComfort Wireless Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones, $229 (normally $349)
Beats
Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones — $119 (normally $199.95)
This is your chance to get Beats Solo3 headphones at half price.
Boasting top-notch quality and up to 40 hours of battery life, these also have a “Fast Fuel” recharge. They provide three hours of playback after just five minutes of charging.
The cushioned headband and ergonomic fit add comfort. The headphones get bonus points for folding up neatly into a large pocket or the included soft case (which has a carabiner you can attach to a carry-on if space is tight). Plus, they’re available in a variety of colors.
To buy: Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones, $119 (normally $199.95)
Beats Studio Pro Wireless Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones — $236.49 (normally $349.99)
If you are looking for the best deal in this list, these headphones are for you. With a normal retail price of $349.99, you can buy these Beats Studio Pro wireless noise-canceling headphones for $236.49.
These chic headphones provide listeners with up to 40 hours of total battery life, recharging for an additional four hours of playback time in just 10 minutes. They’re made for both music and business, so you can use their voice-targeting microphones to filter out background noise for crisp calls. You can also choose between an Active Noise Cancelling mode and a Transparency mode.
To buy: Beats Studio Pro Wireless Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones, $236.49(normally $349.99)
Sony
Sony WH-CH720N Noise Canceling Wireless Headphones — $88 (normally $149.99)
An alternative to the more expensive wireless noise-canceling headphones on this list, Sony’s lightest noise-canceling headband ever is on sale for less than $100.
The headphones offer an uber-comfortable design as well as multiple modes — Ambient Sound mode and Adaptive Sound mode — to tailor your listening experience. They have up to 35 hours of battery life, with just three minutes of charging required for one hour of playback.
Read that again: Just three minutes of charging yields an additional hour of listening time.
To buy: Sony WH-CH720N Noise Canceling Wireless Headphones, $88 (normally $149.99)
Soundcore
Soundcore by Anker Life Q30 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones — $55.99 (normally $79.99)
At under $60, this Amazon favorite is a great deal if you need headphones that will simply get the job done.
Anker’s Bluetooth, noise-canceling earphones have plenty of bells and whistles. Each pair offers dual noise-detecting microphones to reduce external noise, customizable equalizer settings via the Soundcore app and up to 60 hours of playback. A quick five-minute charge will also give you a four-hour battery boost.
To buy: Soundcore by Anker Life Q30 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, $55.99 (normally $79.99)
Soundcore by Anker Sport X10 True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds — $49.99 (normally $79.99)
If you are looking for headphones specifically to wear while exercising, look no further than these wireless sport earbuds from Anker. They are currently on sale for $49.99.
With 210-degree rotatable ear hooks, these promise the ultimate fit and comfort for users’ ears. The lightweight build is designed to stay in place, which is really the most important thing when it comes to exercising with headphones.
To buy: Soundcore by Anker Sport X10 True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds, $49.99 (normally $79.99)
Google Pixel Buds Pro Noise Canceling Earbuds — $179 (normally $199.99)
Having tried Google headphones myself, I am intrigued by the Google Pixel Buds Pro, which are currently on sale for $179. The Active Noise Cancellation with Silent Seal technology adapts to your ear to help block out noise.
They come with a battery life of up to 11 hours (or 31 hours with the charging case). You can also charge them wirelessly with Google’s Pixel Stand or other Qi-enabled chargers.
The coolest features of these headphones: You can ask Google for directions, and you can text and control your music hands-free. Not to mention, they have a voice accelerometer and wind-block mesh covers.
To buy: Google Pixel Buds Pro Noise Canceling Earbuds, $179 (normally $199.99)
Best credit cards to use for Amazon purchases
When you add these items to your cart, be sure to use a credit card to maximize your Amazon purchases this Prime Day and beyond. Options include:
Also, check to see if you have any targeted offers to save up to 50% off an eligible Amazon purchase when using as little as 1 point from one of your rewards credit cards.
Bottom line
Amazon’s Prime Day sale runs through Wednesday, but items may sell out before then.
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