You need a high-quality headset to build team cohesion or talk smack in multiplayer games. The top gaming headsets we've tested let you communicate with ease.

Cut the audio cables with the top wireless gaming headsets we've tested for consoles and PCs.

Whether you're looking for a big over-ear set of cans or sleek AirPods, these are the best headphones and earbuds we've tested. Here's everything you need to know about active noise cancellation, Bluetooth codecs, driver types, and more.

Kids' headphones should be affordable, look fun, and, most importantly, protect young ears. These are the best ones we've tested with volume limiting features and durable designs.

Apple sells four types of AirPods, including three sets of earphones and one pair of headphones. We compare them all to help you determine which is right for you.

Not a fan of the bulk that often comes with over-ear headphones? Check out the best in-ear models we've tested.

Active noise cancellation is an increasingly common feature of true wireless earphones. If you want to block out the world around you, check out the best noise-cancelling, wire-free earbuds we've tested.

The top noise-cancelling headphones we've tested block out the world and let you simply enjoy your music, media, or the sweet sound of silence.

Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri? Once you decide which voice assistant is the right fit for your home, it's easier to choose a smart speaker. These are the best models we've tested.

Don't rely on the wimpy microphone built into your phone or laptop. Here's how to find the best USB and XLR mics for gaming, podcasting, and recording music, including our top-tested picks.

You don't need to spend a ton of money to get a decent pair of true wireless earphones. We've tested plenty of models that deliver quality audio and useful extra features for as low as $40.

If you want to use your earphones without worry at the gym and then wash them off afterward, make sure they have at least an IPX7 rating. These are the best completely waterproof headphones we've tested.

Tired of tangled audio cords? Whether you're looking for earbuds, on-ears, or full headphones, these are the best wireless models we've tested.

Apple popularized the true wireless earbud category with the AirPods, and now the market is teeming with alternatives. We've tested hundreds of pairs and narrowed them down to this list of the very best.

If you take sound quality seriously, check out the best high-fidelity headphones and earphones we've reviewed.

Audiophiles, studio musicians, and pretty much anyone else looking for the absolute best audio quality should still opt for wired headphones. These are the best we've tested.