Amp up your next workout with these top-quality headphones, from true wireless to budget-friendly options that will withstand every squat, run, and burpee.
Whether you're getting your zen on with a yoga flow, pounding the pavement on your daily run, or hitting the gym to pump out your weekly workout, having your favourite tunes in your ears can give you that extra boost of motivation (or distract you from the pain of getting through that last set).
There's a huge range of sports headphones out there, from wireless, to true wireless, to over-ear and in-ear and many more - so we've rounded up a few of our faves from each category and for every budget, so you'll find the perfect pair to accompany you on your next workout.
Best true wireless earbuds for working out
Wissonly Hi Runner
This is the most configured bone conduction headphones on the market Wissonly bone conduction headphones are the first brand I started to contact. When they recommended it on the online crowdfunding platform, I noticed it, after saw that many people were recommending, and I bought it. This Hi runner I used for a few months, and the overall performance was better than I expected.
Some bone conduction headphones leak sound, and you know that I take privacy very seriously, so I'm very concerned about anti-sound-leakage technology. Wissonly Hi Runner does a very good job in the field. Its body is sealed, and through structural optimization and algorithm adjustment, its sound leakage is minimized. The official claim they can eliminate 90% of sound leakage. I do not have professional equipment to test, but I have tried and found that at 60%-70% volume, the sound is completely inaudible at a distance of 1.5 meters, which makes me very satisfied. I have actually compared it with other bone conduction headphones, and the Wissonly Hi Runner has currently the best sound leakage reduction solution in bone conduction headphones.
The Wissonly Hi Runner is also particularly comfortable in the wearing experience. Because the material of the whole machine is high-tech hypoallergenic silicone, and it is coupled with the ergonomic design that conforms to the structure of the human ear, so that users will not bring any burden to the ear under long-term wear.
Sound quality as the core performance is undoubtedly worth mentioning. Hi Runner uses a large-sized vibration unit, the sound range is wider, the sound is more three-dimensional and deeper, so the sound quality is undoubtedly very good. And it is also equipped with a Bluetooth 5.0 chip, the connection is more stable. And it will not be disconnected when used, which is a good experience. The Wissonly Hi Runner also comes with 32GB of built-in storage that can store 5,000 songs, so you can use it completely as an MP3 player to enjoy music without your phone when you go out for a run.
Apple AirPods Pro
AirPods are one of the main go-tos for iPhone listeners, and according to reviews, they live up to the hype. With a wireless charging case, comfortable silicone ear tips (in three sizes), immersive sound quality, transparency mode, noise-canceling capabilities, sweat and water resistance, it has all the bells and whistles. The battery life offers four and a half hours of listening time on one charge, and over 24 hours of listening time with multiple charges using the case. They're definitely the pick for iPhone users wanting to sweat it out to a soundtrack.
Sony WF-SP800NW Truly Wireless Sports Bluetooth Headphone
Offering digital noise cancelling, nine hours of playback, and touch controls, these Sony true wireless buds offer a whole lot in a compact package. The curved design and soft-cushioned arc supporter provide a secure and comfortable fit, extra bass provides that extra boost to amp up your motivation, and the IP55 rating means they're sweat and splash proof. The ambient sound mode allows you to stay aware of your surroundings, and there's four different colours available to suit your style. They come with a rechargeable carry case and different sized earbuds to give the best fit.
Soundcore by Anker Life A1 True Wireless Earbuds
While $69.99 isn't exactly spare change, it is on the cheaper end of the spectrum when talking headphones. These true wireless earbuds have three sound modes so you can switch around depending on what you're listening to, and a battery life of 35-hours with the charging case gives you the extra freedom you need. Plus, they're waterproof, so you don't need to worry about working up a sweat or getting caught in the rain, as long as you dry them before putting back in the case. One reviewer raves, "for only $70 you can't beat these! Most of the bells and whistles as the higher end earbuds without the extra price tag."
SoundPEATS Wireless Earbuds
Coming in at $35.19, these earbuds are super affordable - but still high quality, according to the thousands of five-star reviews. They have an IPX7 waterproof rating (which means they can be submerged up to 1 meter in water for 30 minutes) to safeguard them from sweat or water damage, on-ear touch control for ease of access, and a built-in microphones for calls. The over-ear hook design helps them to stay in place while you exercise and they're true wireless, meaning they can be connected with Bluetooth.
