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Headphones and earphones

The choice starts with the shape: discreet in-ear buds for a pocket, closed headphones to shut out noise on public transport, open-back models for long listening at home. Active noise cancelling transforms daily commutes, and a secure fit matters for sport. With wireless models, battery life and a stable connection come first. Exotic audio formats are rarely audible from an ordinary phone.

Rated on these criteria

  • Sound quality
  • Price
  • Driver size
  • Lightness
  • Connectivity
  • Battery life
The buying guide

What we rate in this category

Every product in the category is rated from 0 to 100 on these criteria : the same for all of them, whichever merchant sells it.

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Sound quality
This criterion is based on the driver size, which influences bass response and available volume. The longer the bar, the richer the sound.
Price
Comparison of the observed price against the category market. The bar extends when the price becomes more attractive.
Driver size
Diameter of the transducers that reproduce sound. The bar extends when drivers are larger, indicating richer sound output.
Lightness
Weight of the headphones or earphones. The bar extends when the weight decreases, for prolonged comfort.
Connectivity
Version of the integrated Bluetooth standard. The bar extends with a more recent version, offering better range and energy efficiency.
Battery life
Real use time between two charges or two refills, measured in mixed conditions rather than at the maximum quoted.

Price brackets by tier

Orders of magnitude, not displayed prices: a price only appears on Kalyneo once it has been collected from a merchant, with its collection date.

Under €100

In-ear earphones or a light headset without active noise cancelling, with decent battery life and a stable wireless link for daily use.

€100 to €280

Stronger active noise cancelling, a more secure fit and longer battery life, built with sturdier materials for commuting and sport.

Over €280

High-end headphones or earphones with advanced noise cancelling, refined finishes and sometimes support for extended audio formats.

The buying guide for this category Buying guide: headphones and earphones Choosing headphones or earphones mainly comes down to driver size, which shapes bass response and available volume. Budget then narrows down what the market offers at each price level. Read the guide

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