The best Bluetooth headphones of 2023

With so many choices out there, it's hard to know where to start. If you're looking for some of the best Bluetooth headphones, here are 7 of the best available to buy.

Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones with automatic noise cancellation optimization

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With automatic ANC optimization, Alexa integration, multi-point connectivity and 30-hour battery life, the Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones are a feature-rich choice that delivers superior sound. And with accurate voice recognition technology, they're ideal for voice calls, too.

Advantage

1. Excellent sound quality
2. Automatically optimizes ANC
3. Alexa built-in
4. Multipoint connection
5. Great for voice calls

Defect

1. The 30-hour battery life is decent but not excellent
2. Not water resistant

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2

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Advanced noise cancellation, customizable EQ settings, ANC, and voice assistant compatibility are just some of the features offered with the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 wireless headphones. And with superior audio output, they are the best high-end choice for audio enthusiasts.

Advantage

1. Advanced ANC
2. Customizable EQ settings
3. Voice assistant compatibility
4. Excellent sound quality
5. Clear voice for calls

Defect

1. Expensive

Soundcore by Anker Space Q45 active noise canceling headphones

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With great sound quality, responsive ANC, and a massive 50-hour battery life, the Soundcore by Anker Space Q45 wireless headphones offer premium functionality at a more budget-friendly price. Let Responsive ANC do the work for you or choose from 5 different manual ANC settings for the best possible experience.

Advantage

1. The ANC responded
2. Battery life 50 hours
3. 5 levels of ANC and Transparency
4. Customizable EQ

Defect

1. There is no big leap compared to the previous Q35 model

Sennheiser Professional Audio Momentum 4 wireless headphones

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With a massive 60-hour battery life, you won't need to worry about whether your Sennheiser Momentum 4 wireless headphones can keep up with your schedule. Plus, with professional-level sound, responsive ANC, voice assistant compatibility, and crystal-clear voice calls, they have a ton of features that really impress.

Advantage

1. Battery life 60 hours
2. The ANC responded
3. Voice assistant compatibility
4. Clear voice calls

Defect

1. Firmware updates may take some time to install

Sony WF-1000XM5

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Sony's WF-1000XM5 are premium noise-cancelling wireless headphones that deliver high-resolution audio. They come with Alexa built in and use responsive audio control to deliver the best listening experience, no matter where you are. These lightweight headphones offer the best freedom with a wireless option.

Advantage

1. Excellent sound quality
2. The ANC responded
3. Alexa built-in
4. Speak to Chat function for voice calls

Defect

1. Battery life is much lower than wireless headphones

Bose 700 noise canceling headphones

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With 11 levels of ANC and deep bass, Bose noise canceling headphones 700 give you the best possible sound quality to enjoy your favorite music, podcasts and audiobooks on the go. And with unmatched voice capture capabilities, they're a great choice for voice chat anytime, anywhere.

Advantage

1. 11 levels of ANC
2. Great bass
3. Alexa built-in
4. Clear voice calls

Defect

1. The 20-hour battery life is a bit disappointing

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 wireless over-ear headphones

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Providing high-resolution sound and crystal-clear voice capture, the Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 wireless headphones are a great mid-range choice. With Alexa built in, you can enjoy all the convenience of voice-activated control, and with low latency mode, they're ideal for gamers.

Advantage

1. High resolution audio
2. Low latency mode for gaming
3. 
   Suitable for built-in Alexa voice calls

Defect

1. No ANC

Lesley Montoya

Update 21 September 2023