The best Black Friday deals on headphones for 2024 — major savings on Apple, Beats, Sony, Bose and more

Now is your chance to grab a pair of Beats Studio Pro for nearly 50% off! Here are the highlights: They're wireless, noise-cancelling and offer up to 40 hours of battery life. Score them on sale in a few colors, including Sandstone (shown).

"Very comfortable, long-lasting battery and the sound, OMG — clear, crispy, aaaaamazing, the best I ever experienced so far," said one impressed customer. "The price was excellent and I highly recommend this for anyone who is looking to listen to your music or TV with excellent noise cancellation."

These sleek earbuds come in black and white, and make an awesome gift.

Quiet comfort is right. These headphones use an array of tiny microphones to monitor ambient noise levels and block out sudden bursts of sound — or all sound in general, if you're just looking to make the world go away.

If you’re after the absolute best in listening experience, these are the Bose headphones for you. Take everything you love about the Bose QuietComfort—industry-leading noise cancellation, ergonomic design and incredible sound quality—and turn it up to eleven. Your music won’t just sound like it’s coming from the headphones; it’ll feel like it’s all around you, fully enveloping you wherever you are, whether on a plane, train or in your very own listening room (I’ve always wanted a listening room).

"I've been in the market for a new pair of noise-canceling headphones and I can't get over how pretty this gray and gold Beats pair is. And now that they are just $159, I think it's time to take the plunge! Not only do they have 22 hours of battery life, but the cushioned ear cuffs look incredibly comfortable."

—Rebecca Carhart, Style Writer

These AirPods came out in September 2024, and while they look like the original AirPods, they have a few more functions. First of all, they offer personalized spatial audio with dynamic head tracking, so your tunes sound great no matter how you move. They also offer up to 30 hours of battery life with the included charging case. And, of course, they have thousands of five-star ratings, thanks to their clear, rich sound quality and convenient cord-free design that makes them easy to use and connect to any of your other Apple devices.

"I had no idea how much Apple had improved the sound quality on the AirPods. I had my old ones for about four years and decided to upgrade and I'm so happy I did," explained one buyer. "I feel like I just received a brand new set of ears. Absolutely stunning sound and technology. Well worth the price and so easy to set up!"

If you're all in on Apple and want something better than the AirPods Pro 2, the AirPods Max deliver in a big way. These over-ear headphones pack a serious punch with spatial audio, giving listeners a fully immersive sound that feels like they're right in the middle of the action. 

Active noise cancellation keeps out distractions, but when you need to stay aware, just switch to Transparency mode. With up to 20 hours of battery life and plush memory foam ear cushions, these are built for comfort and long listening sessions, buyers say. And, just like with the AirPods Pro 2, switching between devices is smooth and seamless.

These cans come with 50 hours of power. If you run out, you can charge it for just three minutes to get an extra 1.5 hours. 

These inexpensive JBL over-the-ears may not have active noise cancellation, but they do get 76 hours of playback from only two hours of charging time, which means you'll be able to listen for days without worrying about them cutting out. Taking them on a plane? Plus right into the in-flight screen, thanks to a 3.9-foot audio cable.

These stylish cans combine a wild 60 hours of playback time with active noise-canceling features to create a quiet, focused listening experience that's hard to beat. Right now, they're close to an all-time low price for Prime members — not quite the lowest we've ever seen, but only a few dollars off. 

More than 55,000 people give these headphones a five-star rating. Why? Well, as one fan puts it, "They are as good as my $300 pair from Bose." That's high praise, especially considering the price. 

These earbuds have been my go-to for everything from trail running in the mountains to gym sessions and catching up on my latest podcasts while doing dishes. With adaptive noise cancellation that cuts out up to 98% of background noise, they're perfect for staying in the zone wherever I am. The battery life is incredible — up to 10 hours on a single charge and a whopping 50 hours with the case. They deliver high-quality sound that keeps me motivated, and the comfortable fit means they stay put through any activity.

My favorite feature? The fast-charging. A quick 10-minute charge gives me four hours of listening time, so I never have to worry about forgetting to plug them in overnight.

Wired headphones? In 2024? Yes. If you want to edit videos, podcasts or music, these Sony monitors are hard to beat. I've had mine for over a decade and while some of the plastic on the foam has flaked off in that time, They have far and away been the best headphones for editing audio I've ever had.

These headphones deliver high-quality audio in a lightweight, over-ear design that feels as good as it sounds. With powerful 30mm drivers and Bluetooth 5.3, you can expect crisp mids, punchy bass and an impressive range on all your favorite tracks. The intuitive touch controls and long-lasting battery make these ideal for all-day wear, whether you’re at the office, hitting the gym or lounging on the couch at home.

If you want to go for something a little bit higher-end, these Sony stunners are marked down by over 40% — and at their lowest price ever. It's certainly not a bad deal when you consider everything you get with these.

For starters, they have up to 30 hours of battery life on a single charge (and you can get five more hours with just a 10-minute charge). If you take a phone call, it automatically reduces background noise and makes your voice clearer. On-device controls make it easy to skip songs and control the volume, and you can even sync these with multiple devices at once. 

Equipped with 360 Spatial Sound and top-notch noise cancellation, these headphones are all about immersion, whether you’re dodging fire or simply exploring an open world. With 32 hours of battery and a clear boom mic, you’re set for any marathon gaming session.

"I usually don’t wear earbuds since they tend to fall out of my ears, but a few months ago, Bose gifted me a pair of these Ultra Open Earbuds, and I can’t get enough of them! They fit like an ear cuff, so they actually stay put. Plus, they're not noise-cancelling, which I love because I can still hear the world around me. This makes me feel a lot safer while I’m out walking. And I’m definitely not alone in loving them — Oprah even featured them on her Favorite Things List this year! Now that they're on sale, I’m thinking they’d make the perfect Christmas gift for my sister." —Rebecca Carhart, Style Writer

These are Sony’s crown jewel of noise-canceling headphones. Built with dual processors and eight microphones, they create a near-silent bubble so you can fully immerse yourself in your tunes, podcasts, audiobooks or TV shows. With a lightweight, ergonomic design, these headphones offer plush comfort and a whopping 30 hours of battery life. Plus, with Adaptive Sound Control and Sony’s signature DSEE Extreme, you’ll get sound tailored to your environment and audio that’s richer than ever.

For Apple fans, these No. 1 bestsellers are a must-have upgrade. They're dust-, sweat- and water-resistant, so no worries about getting caught in a downpour during your morning run. Seamless connection with all your Apple devices makes switching between your iPhone, iPad and Mac a breeze. The battery gives you up to six hours of listening time per charge — and up to 30 hours with the charging case. 

Believe it or not, not everyone wants a pricey pair of AirPods, especially when there are so many affordable options. These bestsellers — down to a super low $10! — have more than 9,000 five-star reviews, and customers rave about the sound quality and comfortable fit. In addition to black, they also come in lots of fun color options like red, teal and pink. 

These cans feature the same sound profile and seamless connectivity that make Beats so sought after, but with a reasonable price tag.

A few years back, I got what I thought was a screamin' deal on some earbuds. An avid runner, I threw them in my ears and hit the trails, but once I started sweating, the earbuds, which had fit great in an office setting, started slipping and I spent the next 10 miles pushing them back in my ears, a frustrating endeavor. That's when I got earbuds specifically made for being active like these Beats Fit Pro. They feature wings to keep them secure in your ear, no matter how hard you're running, lifting or sweating. Add to that a six-hour run time (plus 18 hours more with the case), active noise cancellation and seamless integration with your Apple products (assuming you have others) and you have a great pair of earbuds for the now discounted price.

These Oprah faves feature one-touch pairing, up to 40 total hours of battery life and fast-charging capabilities. If you want them at this low price, don't press pause.

Says a five-star reviewer: "These are some of the comfiest headphones ever! I could live in these puppies, they are nice and big, cover my ears and they don't squish or hurt them like some headphones do. And they're really light which is super nice."