Whether you’re finally ready to splurge on a nice pair of headphones or need to replace the ear buds you use daily, Black Friday is a great time to find a new set. To help you listen to your favorite music or podcast on the go, we rounded up some of the best Black Friday sales on headphones and earbuds.
You’ll find iconic classics from brands you know and love like Apple AirPods and Beats studio headphones as well as versatile options from smaller brands. To find your favorite style we included a bunch of different fits, from over-head to behind the ear to completely wireless buds.
If you’re looking to wow that hard-to-shop-for family member or need to bring something actually good to your friend gift swap game, headphones make for a great present that are universally loved. We hope you snag a pair for your or your loved one this Black Friday and keep the tunes rockin’.
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Walmart’s official Black Friday sale kicks off in a few days but early deals abound right now! These classic second-generation AirPods seamlessly and automatically pair with your iPhone so you can listen to music, answer phone calls, use Siri commands and listen to messages. And true to Apple listening technology, these AirPods feature the brand’s H1 chip that delivers a stable and high-quality sound while the magnetic charging case promises up to 24 hours of battery life.
Also available in the pre-Black Friday is the more recent version of the classics, these updated pods offer personalized spatial audio which means that the immersive sound is delivered to fit your unique ear shape, head movement and surroundings. Other new features include audio sharing so you can pair more than one set of AirPods to have the same listening experience, as well as Apple’s new “pinch-perfect” feature that allows you to control your entertainment with just a quick motion of your fingers.
These Beats Studio Buds are compatible with both Apple and Android phones with simple and quick one-touch pairing. With an IPX4 water-resistant rating, you won’t even have to worry about sweat or rain. Choose between transparency mode, so you can still hear the world around you, or noise-cancelling mode so you can enjoy the best audio and calls. You’ll get eight hours of listening time on a charge and up to 24 hours with an additional charge from the case. And like Apple’s AirPods Pro, they come with three tip options for the best in-ear fit. They’re available as an early Black Friday deal across all of the retailers mentioned here.
Note: This sale ends on Wednesday, 11/20. Grab them while you can!
You can also get the slightly upgraded version of the previous Beats model in early Black Friday sales right now. Functionality between the two options appears pretty similar, but users on Reddit note that the battery life is significantly improved on the “+” iteration.
Note: This sale ends on Wednesday, 11/20. Grab them while you can! Also, this falls below our 15% off deal threshold but we make exceptions for higher ticket items.
The best of both worlds, this connected pair of headphones gives you the ease of wireless earbuds while still having them connect, so they’ll stick together and can rest around your neck. Offering up to 17 hours of playtime, they’re immersive buds that block out background noise and make sure you and the other line are super clear during phone calls. The set is currently listed amongst Amazon’s pre-Black Friday offerings as 10% off, but enjoy an extra 20% off by clipping the on-page coupon for extra savings.
With adaptive noise canceling these JBL Live 660NC headphones adapt to your surroundings, blocking out annoying background noises but letting you hear the outside world when you want to. They have a helpful voice assistant for hands-free volume control and hands-free phone calls. They last up to 50 hours between charges with a comfort fit headband that’s soft on the ears. Grab them for 60% off their original price in Amazon‘s pre-Black Friday deal offerings.
Originally retailing for almost $200, the Beats Solo 4 headphones are now down to their lowest price ever. They offer a longer battery life (up to 50 hours), clear acoustics and a more balanced bass. They also sport spatial mode with head tracking, lossless audio, fast-charging capabilities for 5-hour playtime after a quick 10-minute charge a carry case, a foldable design and USB-C charging. [And] although they’re not marketed as having active noise-canceling, reviewers say that’s debatable.
“I turned down my music to low levels and could not hear my spouse right next to me,” says jfe about the over-ear quality. “The sound is great — very little outside sounds,” says reviewer Vivian Martin. Compatible with Apple and Android devices alike, the Beats Solo 4 headphones also deliver plush over-ear comfort, plus adjustability for the best fit. Take advantage of this early Black Friday deal before it’s gone.
A review we found on Reddit called these Skullycandy Crusher headphones “stunningly comfortable” and noted that the bass was “sweet” without being overly loud. These over-ear headphones are compatible with the brand’s Skull-iQ technology, which will automatically update the tech item with the newest features available so that you’re not constantly buying new hardware. They offer 50+ hours of battery life along with a speed-charging function and adjustable active noise cancelling, They also have built-in Tile functionality for tracking their location when misplaced.
Get them for 50% off in Walmart’s pre-Black Friday deals!
