I don’t know about you, but listening to music is a constant in my life, even when out and about, so having a good pair of headphones or earbuds is essential to make this work. If that’s your situation as well, then you’ll have to decide whether you want one of the best noise-cancelling earbuds out there, some awesome wireless headphones, or perhaps some of the best affordable earbuds out there. Whatever model you’re looking for, we know that budget is always important, so we went looking for some of the best Labor Day deals on headphones and earbuds so you don’t have to.
Apple’s AirPods Max are easily some of our favorite headphones, especially as we gave them an “Excellent” rating. Our expert appreciated the excellent audio performance of these headphones, the top-notch noise cancellation, as well as the many useful features, including easy access to Siri. “There’s also hands-free Siri support (which can be disabled), and we had no problem communicating clearly with Apple’s voice assistant for playing music (you can simply say, “Hey Siri, play Chappell Roan on Apple Music”) or getting an accurate weather report,” the review reads.
In our review of the Bose QuietComfort, we note the headphones offer excellent active noise cancellation and a “refined audio signature,” offering this model an “Excellent” rating. Our expert also found the headphones live up to their name as they are extremely comfortable to wear for long hours. Both the headband and the earpads use a blend of memory foam cushioning and vegan leather lining, which results in a product you won’t have any issues wearing throughout the day.
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For those who’d rather wear earbuds, these JBLs are a nice choice. In our review of the JBL Tune Buds, we gave these an “Excellent” rating and appreciated their affordability and the quality of the noise-cancelation feature built into earbuds in this price range. We also enjoyed the many customization features included with the JBL Tune Buds, as well as the fact that it delivers quick and easy access to Alexa and everything the personal assistant has to offer.
If you’re looking for headphones that will take advantage of every bit of bass it can pull out of a song, then the Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 are definitely a solid choice, especially now that they’re on sale. “The Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 headphones don’t cancel noise as well as the competition, but that’s not really their purpose. The reason to get these is their over-the-top bass response,” our expert notes in our review of the Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 headphones. We also appreciated just how comfortable they are for long wear, as well as their versatility, given the compatibility with multiple voice assistants.
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A more budget-friendly choice in terms of earbuds this Labor Day is the Anker Soundcore P20i. With some 30 hours of combined playtime, these gorgeous buds enable you to listen to music for your entire workday and then allow you to vent about your day to whatever friend you want to call while you commute. The case even comes with a lanyard, so you never misplace them or have to dig for them at the bottom of your bag. Make sure to check out some of the best earbuds we reviewed for comparison.
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About Gabriela Vatu
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I have been a writer since 2006 when I covered various domains for local publications. In 2012, I started covering technology broadly and I’ve written thousands of articles since then. I’ve written social media and cybersecurity news, software and hardware reviews, streaming guides, how-tos, tech deals, and more. I have bylines in numerous publications, including MakeUseOf, Pocket-Lint, Android Police, How to Geek, XDA, Softpedia, as well as here at PCMag. When I’m not working, I like to spend time with my family, read, game, paint, listen to music, and run around after our many pets asking what it is they’re chewing on this time.
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