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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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ReviewsI tried Sony’s revived Walkman headphones, and nostalgia only goes so far

6.3

Overall

Sony brings back one of the most important headphones ever — but have we passed them by?

Christian Thomas1w ago

TestedComfort9Isolation0.5Value5Connection8.5Portability9

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

6.7

Overall

Great sound for a great price.

Adam Birney2mo ago

TestedComfort7.5Isolation5.8Value8Connection5Portability7

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

6.9

Overall

Some sequels just aren't worth the hype.

Christian Thomas11mo 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 Bernath11mo 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

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