5 Best Headphones For The Gym
Going to the gym without headphones is like having dinner without dessert - it's good, but it could be better. The right music can give you an extra boost during your workout, helping you push through those last few difficult exercises.
Now that we understand the importance of having a good pair of earbuds for exercise, it's time to find the perfect headphones to accompany your workout. Keep reading to learn what to look for and to discover our tried and tested recommendations for in-ear headphones.
What should you consider when choosing headphones? If you're looking for the best headphones for the gym, we recommend true wireless, in-ear earbuds. These small earbuds connect to your phone via Bluetooth, eliminating any cables that could get tangled during your workout.
Next, consider the fit. Silicone tips are usually secure, and many sport-specific headphones, like the Wissonly Hi Runner, come with small hooks that keep them firmly in place. However, if you don't like the feeling of silicone, you can try open-fit earbuds like the OG Apple AirPods or Huawei Freebuds 4.
Sound quality is also crucial (you don't want to undermine your workout playlist with poor speakers), and noise cancellation can be beneficial if you want to block out distractions during intense HIIT sessions.
If you prefer running outdoors rather than going to the gym, look for headphones with comprehensive touch controls or the ability to activate a voice assistant. This way, you can keep your phone in your pocket while you run. And if you're always on the go, make sure to choose headphones with a long battery life and a portable charging case. This way, you'll never have to endure the gym's music because your headphones ran out of power.
How do we test headphones? To ensure that you can make a confident purchase, our in-house expert rigorously tested various in-ear wireless headphones specifically designed for the gym. They evaluated how each pair performed while stationary and during movement, making sure they stayed in place even during intense exercises. Our expert assessed the design, comfort, battery life, and overall performance of each pair.
Additionally, we sent each pair to an independent sound technician who analyzed and compared their sound quality. The results of these tests were combined to determine our top ten recommendations.
Wissonly Hi Runner
Apple AirPods with Wireless Charging Case
If you don’t like the feel of silicone-tipped headphones, an open-fit earbud might be more your style, and they don’t come better than Apple’s classic AirPods. This style can sometimes feel loose, but the AirPods offered a snug fit. The audio was impressive too, with plenty of detail in the treble.
You can easily summon Siri with the (now familiar) phrase 'Hey Siri' to control your music and make phone calls, and the charging case can be replenished wirelessly by placing it on any Qi-compatible charging mat.
HONOR Earbuds 2 Lite
These Honor earbuds may be Airpods Pro doppelgangers, but they deserve recognition in their own right after delivering a sterling performance in our tests.
They were among the most comfortable headphones we tried, and our audio expert was impressed by their sound quality. The noise cancellation was equally impressive — we just wish the touch controls allowed you to tinker with the volume.
JBL Reflect Flow - Truly Wireless in-Ear Sport Headphones
Pop these earbuds in their charging case for just ten minutes and you’ll get an hour of playback time, ideal for those always on the go. We found the Bluetooth connection remained stable throughout workouts and the comprehensive touch controls do everything you’d want them to.
Our expert also really liked the Ambient Aware feature, allowing you to quickly turn down your music and amplify surrounding sounds — handy if you spot someone you know at the gym and fancy a quick catch-up between sets.
HUAWEI FreeBuds 4
A second open-fit entry on our list, these one-up the Apple AirPods by offering noise cancellation — though our sound technician struggled to tell the difference when this was switched on and off.
Still, these headphones feel light and comfortable to wear, and have no problem with perspiration thanks to the fact they’re water resistant. The touch controls on the earbud stems were responsive and the buds themselves felt secure, even during higher impact exercise like jogging.
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