The Best Wireless Over Ear Headset

Over-ear headphones can block out outside noise. Choose headphones with active noise cancellation and an endurance of at least 20 hours.

The Sennheiser Momentum 4s have an outstanding ANC feature, a convenient on-ear control, as well as an easy-to-use app. Its default sound profile delivers thump and punch, but instruments and vocals can be pushed to the background.

1. Sony WH-1000XM5

Sony's WH1000XM5 are a fantastic pair of headphones for music lovers who want to experience the best wireless over-ear headset. They are light and have a soft carrying bag and fold flat to fit into your bag. The controls are easy to use and intuitive and their battery can last for 30 hours with ANC switched off. They also have an auto-pause feature that will turn off your headphones when they're removed from your head to conserve battery.

The WH-1000XM5 are compatible with Sony's Headphones Connect app which offers an array of features and can be used to personalize your audio experience. The app can be used to track your location and adapt the sound quality of the environment you are in. They also come with an inbuilt microphone that can be used to make calls hands-free. The Sony WH1000XM5 plays music wirelessly using Bluetooth or wired with the cable included. They are compatible with aptX, aptX HD and aptX Adaptive codecs that play high quality audio via Bluetooth.

Like the XM4, the WH1000XM5 is light and comfortable, with comfortable headbands and ear cups. They are comfortable to wear and can be worn for extended periods. They're also great for longer flights and commutes. They are noise cancelling headphones that can cut down background noise, but not compromise clarity or clarity. The Sony WH1000XM5 has decent bass for a pair of closed-back headphones. They offer an excellent soundstage with the clear separation of instruments and vocals.

They have a very low latency for watching videos, which is a huge advantage. The lag is so small that it's barely noticeable and they can be used for gaming on the go. These are not the best for video gaming competitively, but they're great for those who want to make use of them for media consumption or for making hands-free calls.

Sony is adamant about including smart features into its products and premium Bluetooth headphones the WH-1000XM5 are not an exception. The active noise cancellation is one of the best that I've used and they have an array of clever features that will enhance your listening experience. Sony's DSEE Extreme Engine upscales compressed audio to a near-hi-res format. They're also compatible with Sony's own LDAC technology which streams higher-bitrate audio via Bluetooth (although not as hi-res as the headphone DAC that's dedicated).

2. Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2

Since the launch of its first-generation PX7 in 2015, Bowers & Wilkins' flagship headphones have often been featured on top lists of wireless headsets, putting them firmly in the same class with the likes of Sony WH-1000XM5 as well as Bose QuietComfort. The PX7 S2 is the latest version that takes the original headphones up a notch with a boost in ANC performance and a fresh look.

The 40mm bio-cellulose drivers in the earcups have been angled so that they point directly at your eardrums. This gives you an experience with more intimacy than other headphones with a closed back. It's a bold claim however, one that the PX7 S2 delivers on. The vocals are clear, and the bass is deep when needed.

The PX7 S2 is also very excellent at making calls. It has a crisp and premium Bluetooth headphones clear sound that does not drown out your voice. They also offer a quick charge that gets you back fully charged in only two hours, and they're compatible with hi-res audio, thanks to an aptX adaptive Bluetooth codec that allows them to play music with 24-bit resolution.

The noise-canceling technology and improved audio quality are the most important upgrades for most listeners. In our tests, the PX7 S2 eliminated nearly all of our simulated cabin noise with impressive efficiency and performed exceptionally when we played Mozart's Et In Carnatus Est and Sanctus from his Grosse Messe, demonstrating excellent insight into the shifting dynamics between the solo voice, wind trio, and orchestral accompaniment.

Alongside In addition to improved ANC In addition to improved ANC, the PX7 S2s come with a variety of other features that make them very competitive with other top-rated noise-canceling headphones. They're wireless bluetooth headphone and feature bluetooth headfones multipoint support, which means you can pair with two devices at once. They also come with built-in microphones that allows hands-free calls using your phone's assistant. The construction is sturdy and premium which means they'll last you for many years.

Of course, they're not the perfect models. The clamp force on our test models was a little more pronounced than we'd like and there aren't as many extra features in the app as other options, but they aren't major complaints. The PX7 S2s are a superb wireless headphone that rivals the top of their class, and it's hard to imagine them being outclassed by any other headphone.

3. Focal Bathys Wireless

Focal Bathys is a great option for audiophiles who appreciate high fidelity, and who are in search of an ANC headphone that is wireless. The Focal Bathys were the first ANC headphones from a French audio company to use Bluetooth. They offer incredible sound both in Bluetooth mode and when connected via USB to a device that supports true hi-fi listening with a maximum of 24-bit/192kHz.

The Bathys are stunning with their glossy finish and swooping curvatures that are reminiscent Focal's closed-back Celestee and open-back Elear headphones. They also feature premium bluetooth Headphones materials such as magnesium and aluminum for solid construction that feels solid, comfortable and worth the cost.

In Bluetooth mode, the Bathys provide a clear and vibrant sound that easily beats similar priced consumer ANC alternatives like the Sony XM5/5 or Bose QC45. They can be enhanced further by using direct DAC audio mode, making them a great choice for serious hi-fi enthusiasts.

Utilizing the Focal and Naim application users can alter their headphone's playback controls as well as their virtual assistant and Bluetooth pairing preferences. The app allows users to choose between quiet and soft intensities for ANC. They can also alter the brightness of LEDs on the ear cups of the headphones, and alter the EQ settings. The app is not complete, but it offers enough functionality to warrant the download.

The only issue is the active noise cancellation, which doesn't live in the same way as the other models. The headphone isn't able to block out any ambient noise as well as the top-rated XM5 and AirPods Max. Its treble accuracy is also a bit off, with a muddy mid-to-high range that blocks vocals and instruments.

The Focal Bathys aren't the most portable headphones. They're not ideal for travel since their earcups don't fold, and they weigh more than other headphones. The Bathys are best used at home for long listening sessions or as a reference headset for audio engineering. The Bathys are comfortable to wear for long periods of time, despite their size and weight.

4. Sony WH-CH720N

The Sony WHCH720N headset is a great pair of wireless over-ear headsets for the price. The noise-cancelling technology is excellent and can do a lot to cut down on the background noise. They are perfect for commuters or travellers. They also add an attractive high-end look with their sturdy construction and appealing matte finish.

They have a similar design to Sony's newer 1000X and XB910N headphones. They sport a slim headband, with the standard earcup hinges and a sturdy plastic construction. They're lightweight and comfortable to wear, but they feel a little too compressed for my liking. They come with a USB-C charging port, 3.5mm jack and a decent-length cable inside the box. They support multipoint Bluetooth pairing, which means that you can connect them to two devices simultaneously If you want to.

In my tests, the CH720N's hybrid technology for noise cancellation did a great job of reducing ambient sound. There were only a few glitches while walking around Waterloo Station and London Victoria. They weren't magic sound-silencers that destroyed every sound in the vicinity however, and they struggled with lower frequency noises such as the rumbling engine sounds of buses and trains.

The streaming of music via the CH720N's Bluetooth connection was smooth and showed a low amount of harmonic distortion. I tested a range of genres and found they were able to handle the intricate interplay between instruments very well. It did an excellent job of taming bass in rock tracks and keeping the mix focused.

I love the fact that you can adjust the Sony Headphones Connect app to customize the CH720N's ANC and multipoint connectivity settings to suit your preferences and include a variety of audio presets. You can also activate DSEE through the app, which enhances sound quality and upsacles compressed audio files.

While the WH-CH720N lacks some of Sony's primetime functions compared to the XM5 (such as Speak-to-Chat and Quick Attention) they do offer an impressive set of features for PS130. It comes with 360 Reality Audio and a variety of smart controls in addition to the DSEE upscaling feature. The only thing missing is LDAC Bluetooth high-res audio support which I believe would have been a welcomed inclusion.