Amazon Prime Day is officially here and we hear there are some Prime Day headphone deals worth adding to your cart right now.
Amazon’s annual fall event is back — it started on Oct. 6 and runs through the end of Oct. 7.
Are you in the market for a new pair of headphones? From Apple to Bose to Beats headphones and beyond, if you’re looking for an upgrade, you’ll find some great models — including ones that we’ve tested and loved here at Post Wanted — at some of the lowest prices ever.
As a headphone tester, I’ve cycled through over a dozen pairs in the last year, which means I keep a close eye on when prices actually drop.
You’ll have to be an Amazon Prime member to shop these great deals, but if you aren’t, no problem! A 30-day free trial is available to all new members, so you can take advantage of these great deals before the $14.99/month payments begin.
Here at The Post, we don’t just diligently fact-check to call out fake news — we also relentlessly price-check to get you inflation-beating bargains you can trust. Before recommending a sale or purchase, our experienced bargain hunters put every “deal” through our price-checking gauntlet:
These headphone deals range from pairs I’ve personally tested to ones our team swears by. If I’ve used it and it’s still discounted, you’ll find it below — along with my unfiltered take on what’s actually worth your money. Use the links below to jump to your preferred model, or scroll to check out everything worth shopping.
AirPods Pro 3 deliver world-class active noise cancellation, which improves upon the already great feature included with the AirPods Pro 2. It also has smarter features, like live translation using Apple Intelligence, heart rate sensors and the ability to use the earbuds as a clinical-grade hearing aid.
I recently upgraded my own AirPods after six years with the original AirPods Pro and the difference is absolutely shocking. These are far and away the best headphones Apple has ever offered.
The AirPods Pro Max 2 are the latest edition of Apple’s over-ear model to be turning heads. These are some of the most stylish headphones money can buy, and the high-fidelity audio and spatial head-tracking genuinely make it sound like you’re sitting in a private movie theater. The memory foam cushions are comfortable, making them perfect for long-haul flights or ignoring the world at your desk.
The Beats Studio Pro headphones deliver exceptional sound quality and adaptive noise cancellation for an immersive Dolby Atmos audio experience. This is the one pair of headphones I come back to again and again. They’re comfortable enough to wear all day, with great, long-lasting battery life and advanced features for audiophiles.
I’m not the only Beats fan here at Post Wanted. Reporter Miska Salemann also loves these, saying, “I’ve never splurged on headphones before (I used to be an old-fashioned wired-headphones person), but eventually I gave in and got a pair of Beats. The sound is so immersive — so much better than my old, dangly headphones — it feels like I’m hearing the music live.”
These are another tried and tested Post Wanted fave. The Bose QuietComfort Over-Ear Ultra Bluetooth Headphones offer superior noise cancellation, delivering an incredibly immersive listening experience even in the noisiest environments. With plush ear cushions and an adjustable headband, they provide all-day comfort by being one of the more lightweight over-ear options on the market today. Right now, these are marked down to their lowest price ever.
Beats Solo 4 headphones combine premium sound quality with a sleek, stylish design that’s smaller than the Beats Studio Pro, while delivering the same rich bass and clear audio you’d expect from Beats for an enhanced listening experience. I’ve tested these too, and they’re an excellent choice, especially if you have a smaller head.
If you’re looking for a pair that balances quality with affordability, this JLab pair is the one for you. This is an affordable pair of over-ear wireless headphones that combine active noise cancellation, customizable sound settings, and long battery life in a comfortable everyday design. They stand up against the best of them and are one of the most comfortable options I’ve tried.
The SHOKZ OpenRun Pro 2 are premium open-ear sports headphones that combine bone conduction and air conduction technology to deliver clearer highs, deeper bass, and improved situational awareness during workouts. Designed for runners and active users, they feature a lightweight, secure fit, IP55 water resistance, USB-C charging and up to 12 hours of battery life for all-day performance.
Sony WH-CH520 wireless headphones deliver clear, balanced sound with Bluetooth connectivity and a lightweight on-ear design for comfortable everyday listening. With long-lasting battery life and convenient controls, they’re a practical and budget-friendly choice for music, calls and entertainment on the go.
Sony WH-1000XM6 wireless headphones deliver industry-leading noise cancellation, immersive sound, and all-day comfort for a premium listening experience anywhere.
The Sony WH-1000XM5 are premium over-ear wireless headphones featuring adaptive sound control, up to 30 hours of battery life, and advanced microphone technology for calls. These deliver an immersive audio experience whether at home, work or while traveling.
With two modes, Quiet and Aware, these are as practical as they are luxurious. The battery life lasts all day and is designed to support your on-the-go lifestyle, with secure and supportive padding to prioritize comfort.
The lightweight design of this Sony model pairs with active noise canceling to keep distractions at bay while being comfortable enough to wear all day.
These headphones feature a manual sensory bass slider that lets you dial up the physical vibration of your music. Now at its lowest price ever for Prime Day.
The Marshall Major V Wireless On-Ear Bluetooth Headphones deliver iconic Marshall sound, 100+ hours of wireless playback and a rugged foldable design for all-day listening on the go.
The JBL Live 770NC Headphones have you covered with up to 65 hours of battery, true adaptive noise cancelling, and Bluetooth 5.3 with multi-point connection, all wrapped in a soft over-ear design.
The Soundcore Q30 by Anker wireless headphones deliver hybrid active noise cancellation, Hi-Res audio, extended battery life, and plush over-ear comfort for an immersive listening experience.
Nothing Headphone (1) Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones combine immersive audio with powerful hybrid active noise cancellation and a distinctive transparent design.
Now at their lowest price ever, the Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro is one of the best bang-for-your-buck headphone picks out there, with active noise cancelation and Dolby audio that rivals pairs that cost three times as much. They deliver powerful, detailed sound with advanced noise cancellation and a secure, comfortable fit for immersive listening anywhere. With high-quality wireless audio, long battery life, and convenient smart features, they’re built for music, calls and everyday use.
The Sony WF-1000XM6 are premium truly wireless earbuds that offer industry-leading noise cancellation, rich high-resolution sound, and intelligent adaptive features in a compact, comfortable design built for all-day listening. They fit comfortably and the sound quality is among the best of all the pairs I’ve tried throughout the years. Right now, snag these at their lowest price ever.
The SHOKZ OpenDots Air are lightweight open-ear wireless earbuds that deliver clear, immersive sound while keeping you connected to your surroundings. I’m a huge fan of these headphones; In fact, they’re the headphones that turned me from an open-ear skeptic to a believer, and I’m wearing them as I write this very round-up. While I like my noise-canceling headphones as much as the next slightly overstimulated gal, some situations, like a crowded subway car or walking around NYC at night, these provide that better than a “transparency mode” in most of my other go-to pairs of headphones.
This Post Wanted-approved pair of Soundcore earbuds is deeply discounted right now. These are the real deal, offering optimized noise cancellation and highly customizable sound with pre-set and custom EQ settings and 3D surround sound, all for less than $30. Don’t believe me? With over 20,000 reviews on Amazon, these headphones have an average 4.3 out of 5 rating, with one satisfied customer proclaiming that they’re the “best discovery on Amazon.”
The SHOKZ OpenDots 2 are open-ear wireless earbuds designed for comfortable, all-day listening while keeping you aware of your surroundings. With a lightweight design and secure fit, they’re ideal for workouts, commuting, and everyday use. I’m a huge fan of these Dolby-enabled headphones, but I’m not the only one. Associate Editor Hannah Southwick has used older generations of these Shokz clip-ons, but feels the OpenDots 2 are the most secure she’s tried.
Nothing Ear (a) Wireless Earbuds deliver immersive sound with active noise cancellation, clear calls, and a comfortable in-ear fit. With a distinctive transparent design and long-lasting battery life, they’re built for stylish, everyday listening.
The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Wireless Headphones offer high-performance audio with adjustable, secure-fit ear hooks and a sweat-resistant design.
The JLab JBuds Mini True Wireless Earbuds are ultra-compact, lightweight earbuds offering clear sound, a secure fit, and convenient Bluetooth connectivity for everyday listening.
Lightweight and easy to use, this Anker pair makes music, podcasts and calls feel like a smooth soundtrack for your day without getting in the way.
Experience classic Beats sound with Beats Studio Buds+, featuring personalized Active Noise Cancelling, Transparency mode, and spatial audio for both music and calls.
JBL Tour Pro 2 earbuds deliver powerful JBL Pro Sound with adaptive noise cancellation, smart charging features with a touchscreen case, and a comfortable fit for immersive listening throughout the day.
The Sony LinkBuds Clip are lightweight open-ear wireless earbuds that combine all-day comfort, AI-enhanced call clarity, and ambient-aware listening so you can stay connected to both your music and the world around you.
Beats Powerbeats Fit are secure-fit wireless earbuds designed for active lifestyles, offering comfortable ear hooks, powerful sound and long-lasting battery life for workouts and everyday use.
The JLab Go Air Pop+ True Wireless Earbuds are compact, budget-friendly earbuds that deliver up to 35+ hours of total battery life and customizable sound through the JLab app.
The Soundcore AeroClip by Anker open-ear earbuds feature a lightweight clip-on design, clear audio, all-day comfort, and situational awareness for listening without blocking your surroundings, all for the lowest price ever.
The JLab Go Sport+ True Wireless Workout Earbuds deliver powerful sound, a secure fit, and sweat-resistant durability to keep up with active lifestyles and workouts.
Prime Big Deal Days — fondly known as October Prime Day — is Amazon’s biggest fall sale, offering massive discounts before the holiday rush of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. October Prime Day runs from Tuesday, Oct. 6 to Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026.
Prime Day and Prime Big Deal Days are both Prime member-exclusive seasonal sales with massive discounts on rotating bestsellers. Unlike July’s Prime Day, Prime Big Deal Days runs every October as a precursor to the busy holiday season, allowing shoppers to start saving on gift shopping early.
October Prime Day is exclusively available to Prime members. However interested shoppers can grab a 30-day free trial to try Prime, and its many benefits with no strings attached, and gain access to exclusive deals and the convenience of fast, free shipping.
From reporting on Amazon sales for years, we can tell you for certain that Amazon’s October Prime Day is the ideal time to save on big-ticket tech, Amazon devices, gift-worthy clothing and beauty and skincare staples, household essentials and many more Amazon best-sellers.
Every Prime Day sale is a great chance to score deals on thousands of best-sellers, top tech and appliances and every day essentials, but Amazon’s October event also has great pre-holiday discounts on gifts. Our team diligently sorts through all the offers to find the very best items to grab on sale.
Already wondering when Amazon’s next Prime Day is? We expect Prime Day to return in summer 2027, but anticipate just-as-good (if not better) deals coming this Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Follow Post Wanted’s around-the-clock coverage, and you’ll be the first to know about headline-worthy sales. Click here to find all of the best deals.
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This article was written by Angela Tricarico, Commerce Streaming Reporter for Post Wanted Shopping, Page Six, and Decider.com. Angela keeps readers up to date with cord-cutter-friendly deals, and information on how to watch your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and movies on every streaming service. Not only does Angela test and compare the streaming services she writes about to ensure readers are getting the best prices, but she’s also a superfan specializing in the intersection of shopping, tech, sports, and pop culture. When she’s not writing about (or watching) TV, movies, and sports, she’s also keeping up on the underrated perfume dupes at Bath & Body Works and testing headphones. Prior to joining Decider and The New York Post in 2023, she wrote about streaming and consumer tech at Insider Reviews.
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