With the WF-1000XM4, Sony has combined performance, ergonomics, and build quality more effectively than ever before. I was also able to get a decent seal and noise isolation when swapping out to one of the smaller earbud sizes, and was surprised at how snug the fit was. Despite only having four bud options in the box, none of which are of the wing-tipped or clip style, the buds stayed in place even during exercise, which is an impressive feat.

There are multiple reasons you might want to unpair your headphones from your phone or other connected device. Maybe you're having some issues connecting and the headphones don't seem to be cooperating—it happens, and like so many tech-related issues, the answer is often to reboot and try again. Except in this case, you may wish to not only reboot your headphones, but to also erase them from your Bluetooth device list and start the pairing process anew. Bluetooth 5.3: Wireless earbuds adopts the advanced Bluetooth 5.3 technology and support HFP, HSP, A2DP, AVRCP, providing you with 2X faster transfer speeds (80% higher than the previous generation) and a more stable connection. After the first connection, these Wireless headphones will automatically connect to your device as soon as you open the charging case. Bose has really outdone itself with the Headphones 700 – and a big part of these cans’ appeal, is their sophisticated noise cancellation, which is applied to your voice during phone calls, as well as your surroundings. Impressively, you get the choice of 11 different noise cancellation modes so there's something for every potential scenario here. You’ll also be getting a decent call quality out of these buds, as well as adjustable ANC levels so you can enjoy your music in peace. It won’t quite rival the levels found in Bose’s QuietComfort 2 buds, but it’s still good enough to keep the noise out while in transit. The Amps Airs capably handle a variety of different genres. Playing classical music there was a nice separation between the various parts. The string section had suitable clarity and didn’t take on an acidic quality, as happens on many cheaper headsets. The rumbling low-end drums also were audible but never overpowered the other, more subtle instruments, like flutes and oboes.Brands like Sony, Bose and Sennheiser all make an appearance on this list, offering not only some of the nicest sounding headphones out there but also the best variety of features. Other brands like Apple and Samsung also pop up from time to time, though these buds tend to work best within each specific brand's product ecosystem.

The Amps Air are the best wireless buds I’ve used. They offer surprisingly good audio quality and a comfortable fit. If you’re hell bent on having completely wireless headphones or an alternative to Apple’s AirPods, these are a great choice.

Wearable items including Earphones/Headphones/Microphones due to hygiene reasons.Can not be returned if opened and used. While I was taking calls on a busy London street, the microphone all but tapped out, and the people on the other end of the line struggled to hear me. The same issue occurred when I tried using Google Now. Paired with an HTC 10 the microphone was too weak and the handset regularly failed to understand my commands, which led to more than a few awkward encounters when I tried testing the functionality in public.

Our review called these headphones sensational and by nearly all accounts they’re truly deserving of their spot on this list. Though, there is one thing that keeps these five-star headphones from climbing higher on this list – their price. The Sony WH-1000XM5 are the best wireless headphones we've ever tested. With improved noise-cancellation, supreme sound quality, and an even more lightweight wireless design, Sony has surpassed our previous favourite, last year's WH-1000XM4. While you're generally going to get better sound quality out of wired headphones, there have been so many advances in audio tech in the recent years that you're likely not going to notice the difference. When we used the headphones during phone calls, we found the call quality to be remarkably clear, even when walking on a busy London street. That's why it's important to do your research and think about what is most important to you. How we tested the best wireless headphonesThe Airs are solidly built and survived two weeks of bouncing around my satchel during a road trip in the States scratch-free – which is more than I can say for other bits of tech like the Asus Transformer Pro 3. If you have an iPhone, some headphones equipped with Apple's W1 chip, like AirPods or BeatsX, are even easier to pair. You don't even have to go to the Bluetooth menu—an on-screen notification appears when the earphones are close to your phone and they pair almost instantly. We also considered additional features, too, like AI assistant integration and noise cancellation. Not all of the headphones in this list have extras like these, but it certainly makes some devices more appealing than others – especially if you have a big budget. Read the full Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 review Wireless headphones: FAQs How to choose the best wireless headphones for you