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Every pair of on-ear headphones we've measured, scored out of 10 on the same rig. Newest first.

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ReviewsThe Sony WH-CH530 are the only on-ear headphones I would actually buy

6.7

Overall

Great sound for a great price.

Adam Birney3w ago

TestedComfort7.5Isolation5.8Value8Connection5Portability7

ReviewsBeats Solo 4 review: Is it really worth the money?

6.9

Overall

Some sequels just aren't worth the hype.

Christian Thomas10mo ago

TestedBattery10Comfort8.2Isolation6.6Value4.2Connection9

ReviewsJBL Tune 660NC review

6.7

Overall

The JBL Tune 660NC brings wireless connectivity, active noise canceling, and great battery life to the on-ear headphone market.

Chase Bernath10mo ago

TestedANC7Battery9.8Comfort7Isolation4.7Value8.5

ReviewsAnker Soundcore Space One Pro review

6.8

Overall

"Pro" doesn't always mean better, nor does it justify charging twice the price.

Dave CarrSeptember 25, 2025

TestedANC8.5Battery9Comfort8Isolation7.5Value4

ReviewsJBL Live 670NC review

8.1

Overall

A versatile sonic travel companion.

Dave CarrAugust 19, 2025

TestedANC7.3Battery9.9Comfort8.3Isolation6.1Value8.4

ReviewsMarshall Major IV review

7.3

Overall

Lightweight and fun, but a little too simple

Jasper LastoriaAugust 12, 2025

TestedComfort7.5Isolation3.3Value6.2Connection7.5Portability7.3

ReviewsJBL Tune 520BT review: solid on-ears

7.6

Overall

Inexpensive, effective, efficient.

Christian ThomasDecember 30, 2024

TestedBattery9.9Comfort6.5Isolation5.5Value8Connection5

ReviewsJBL Tune 510BT review

5.9

Overall

The JBL Tune 510BT is a solid pair of on-ear headphones for commuters who don't want to break the bank and want a bassy sound.

Sam SmartNovember 28, 2024

TestedBattery9.8Comfort3Isolation3.3Value7.5Connection5

ReviewsSony WH-CH520 review

6.6

Overall

Affordable, acceptable performance

Christian ThomasNovember 28, 2024

TestedBattery9.9Comfort7.2Isolation3.7Value7.5Connection5

ReviewsMarshall Major V review

7.2

Overall

With the right EQ settings, you'll be rockin' and rollin' with the Marshall Major V headphones in no time.

Dave CarrAugust 30, 2024

TestedBattery9.9Comfort7.5Value6Connection7.5Portability7

ReviewsBeats Solo3 Wireless review

7.2

Overall

The Beats Solo3 Wireless held up well over the years, but is beginning to show its age.

Lil KatzAugust 8, 2024

TestedBattery9.8Comfort7.5Isolation5.7Value6.2Connection7.5

ReviewsBeats Solo Pro review

7.2

Overall

Aiming to beat the on-ear market.

Lil KatzJuly 24, 2024

TestedBattery9.2Comfort3.8Isolation5.5Value7.5Connection5

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