Prime Day is in its final stretch, but there's still time to save on a new pair of headphones before the four-day sale officially wraps up. Some of my team's favorite over-ear headphones and wireless earbuds are still discounted, and I'm keeping track of all the best Prime Day headphone deals still available through the final hours of the event.
My team and I review headphones year-round, and several of our top picks are still sitting at standout prices. Right now, the AirPods Pro 3 remain $70 off, putting them just $10 above their all-time low. Meanwhile, the Sony WH-1000XM5 over-ear headphones are still down to a record-low of $198. Both models are featured in my guide to the best headphones you can buy.
Prime Day ends tonight, June 26, but the best headphone and earbud deals could sell out before the clock hits midnight. For more last-minute savings across every major category, head over to our complete hub of all the biggest Prime Day deals.
The best Prime Day earbud deals
Several flagship earbuds from brands like Apple, Sony, and Bose are down to excellent prices for Prime Day. Most notably, you can get the AirPods Pro 3 for $70 off and the Sony WF-1000XM5 for $140 off. Both are close to their all-time low prices.
The AirPods Pro 3 offer improved noise cancellation, a built-in heart rate sensor for workouts, and support for Apple's new Live Translation feature. Though the earbuds' revised shape could be an issue for some ears, these are Apple's most impressive AirPods so far.
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Sony’s WF-1000XM5 earbuds deliver excellent sound quality and noise canceling in a sleek, comfy design that’s tough to beat.
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The second-generation Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds deliver the best ANC performance we've encountered in a pair of in-ear headphones. But while they offer a few welcome tweaks over the previous-generation model, overall performance is very similar.
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Apple's base AirPods are now available with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) without the use of in-ear tips. The new model uses the brand's H2 chip to power features like Transparency Mode, Adaptive Audio, and Conversation Awareness.
Apple's latest generation of AirPods features a new design to optimize comfort for wearers of every kind. It's powered by the H2 chip and uses a smaller case than ever.
The Powerbeats Pro 2 are excellent fitness earbuds with secure ear hooks, great sound quality, and built-in heart rate monitoring. They also deliver solid noise-canceling and use the same H2 chip found on the latest AirPods.
The Technics AZ100 earbuds deliver performance that lives up to the celebrated audio brand's high pedigree. Sound quality is exceptional and the earbuds are packed with all the features we look for in premium models.
The Sony WF-1000XM6 are the brand's most impressive wireless earbuds yet. Their ANC performance is noticeably better than their predecessor's, and they deliver excellent sound quality.
JLab’s Go Air Pop are the most affordable wireless earbuds that are actually still worth buying.
Anker’s Soundcore Liberty 4 NC earbuds offer tons of handy features and great noise canceling performance that’s shockingly good for the money.
The new Beats Flex wireless earbuds offer the AirPods' most basic features — like quick pairing and automatic pausing — for much cheaper.
The best Prime Day over-ear headphone deals
Over-ear headphones are getting big discounts for Prime Day. In particular, I recommend considering the Sony WH-1000M5. Though Sony has a newer XM6 model (also on sale), the XM5 headphones offer similar performance and deliver an incredible value at 50% off their full price.
The WH-1000XM5 are one of Sony’s top over-ear headphones. They boast excellent noise-canceling performance along with great audio quality and a truckload of convenient features.
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Bose’s QuietComfort Ultra headphones offer top-tier noise canceling wrapped in a sleek and comfy design. Although a newer second-gen model offers some performance benefits, the first-gen edition remains an excellent value when it's on sale.
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The Sonos Ace are the comfiest headphones we've reviewed. They also offer great noise-canceling and audio quality that rival top models from the competition.
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The WH-1000XM6 are Sony's latest flagship over-ear headphones. Compared to older models, they deliver an improved design and upgraded noise cancellation, making them some of the most impressive wireless headphones we've tested.
Bose's second-generation QuietComfort Ultra Headphones don't offer a huge upgrade over their predecessor, but they retain first-class noise-canceling performance while introducing a few new conveniences, such as USB-C audio playback and enhanced on-head detection.
Anker’s Soundcore Life Q30 headphones offer noise-canceling performance that’s much better than it should be for the money, alongside solid sound quality and massive battery life.
FAQs
Which headphones should you buy?
The right headphones for you depend on how you plan to use them. For travel, commuting, or working in noisy spaces, noise-canceling over-ear headphones will typically offer the best audio quality and comfort. But if you want something smaller for workouts, calls, or everyday listening, wireless earbuds can be more convenient.
My team of audio experts has tested a wide range of headphones and earbuds to pick the top models for different needs. Right now, we recommend the Sony WH-1000XM5 as the best over-ear headphones and the Sony WF-1000XM5 as the best wireless earbuds. Both deliver great sound, strong noise cancellation, and useful features for most listeners.
But they're not the only good options. Bose, Apple, Sennheiser, Technics, Soundcore, and other brands also make excellent headphones, and some may be a better fit depending on your budget and preferences. For more recommendations and detailed buying advice, check out our full collection of headphone guides:
- Best noise-canceling headphones
- Best budget headphones
- Best Apple AirPods
- Best AirPods alternatives
- Best Bose headphones
- Best Sony headphones
- Best workout headphones
- Best running headphones
When does Prime Day end?
Amazon's 2026 Prime Day sale ends tonight at midnight PT. The event began on June 23 and ran for a full four days. We expect top headphone deals to only remain active until midnight, so now's the time to grab any discounts you've been considering before they're gone.
Shopping for more discounts today? Check out our roundup of all of the best Prime Day deals, or browse Amazon's website for the full selection.
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