If best fit, comfort and wireless is what you are after then check out our line-up of sport headphones. Perfect for music on the move especially for health and fitness fanatics.
Whether you are jogging, exercising at the gym or running, these sport headphones will do the job and does it well. The in-ear design with snug fit ensures that the earbuds do not get in the way so you are free to move whatever the activity. Silicone ear piece or ear hooks are used to secure the headphones in place with a small wire linking the left and right ear piece.
Top 8 Best Sports Headphones – What to look for
When choosing the right headphones for sport, a few things to look out for. As they are to stay securely in-ear, these need to feel comfortable too so check out what others have to say about the comfort level and practical aspects of the headphones.
Next, as you will be getting the ear phones wet, especially when running or jogging, from sweat or the weather, you need to know that you can quickly rinse these off when you get back and that it stays working. Sports headphones are designed to be splash and weather resistant.
Wireless headphones with cable link between the right and left earpiece offers the best level of freedom. Over the neck type bands are prone to bounce or shift with rigorous exercises. Totally wireless earbuds may just be what you need but these are often secured only by the ear buds and can fall off.
Finally, the chosen sport earphones has to sound good too so try them out for yourselves. Sony offers Extra Bass models for those who like heavy bass. Others have a better overall acoustic treatment with more focus on clarity.
1. Bose SoundSport Wireless in-ear headphones – SWEAT & WEATHER RESISTANT
The earbuds are sweat and weather resistant
StayHear+ Sport tips keeps it in place
Bluetooth and NFC connectivity
6 hours of battery life
Great design for sports, great sound from Bose as usual, battery life could be better
2. Sony Active MDR-XB80BS Wireless in-ear headphones – WASHABLE IPX5 (SPLASH & WEATHER RESISTANT)
Extra Bass technolgy for thumping rhythms great for keeping you motivated with all sports in ultra durable washable design
Ear hooks and cable adjuster keep headphones securely in place
Bluetooth, LDAC for Hi-fidelity wireless streaming and NFC connectivity
7 hours of battery life with quick charge
built-in microphone for hands-free calls
Over ear hook does mean that the headphone is more secure but not quite suitable for people with glasses, sound is great though especially for those who like punch deep bass.
3. Beats Powerbeats 3 Wireless in-ear headphones – SWEAT & WATER RESISTANCE
Sweat and water resistance to handle tough training with trusted durability with secure-fit ear hooks for maximum comfort and stability.
Dual-driver acoustics deliver dynamic sound
Bluetooth Connectivity
12 hours battery life with quick charge, 5-minutes charge for 1 hour of playback when battery is low
4. Sony MDR XB50BS Wireless in-ear headphones – SPLASH PROOF IPX4
Wrap-around headband wired link with in-line remote for free movement and control, splash proof design ready for rain or sweat
Extra bass sound for rocking that favourite playlist
Bluetooth wireless connectivity and NFC one-touch pairing
8.5 hours playtime plenty of battery life to get you through the day
Built-in microphone for hands-free calls
Available in Red, Blue and Black
5. Sony MDR-AS800BT Active Sports Bluetooth Headset – SPLASH RESISTANT
Bluetooth audio streaming with AAC and apt-X support, 2-way wearing style: secure or easy fit, Splash-resistant design prevents sweat from leaking in
Hybrid silicone earbuds and Arc supporters provide a precise fit, Ultra-compact one-button design for simple operation,
Built-in microphone for hands-free phone calling
Rechargeable battery for up to 4.5 hours music playback, Convenient One-touch Connection (NFC), Carrying Case, USB charging cable, and Adjustment Band supplied.
6. JBL Reflect Mini Bluetooth Headphones – WATER RESISTANT
Lightweight design – as the lightest jbl Bluetooth Sport earphone, the reflect Mini BT provides long lasting comfort during a variety of athletic activities
Built-in microphone – easily answer calls with crystal clear sound and remarkable convenience
Sweat proof – confidently ramp up your workouts to maximum levels knowing that the reflect Mini bt are not only ipx-4 water resistant but can be easily cleaned
Ergonomic ear-tips – designed to stay securely in place during rigorous exercise. Highly reflective cable designed for ultimate visibility at night
Bluetooth wireless – designed for freedom during exercise
Around 8 hours battery life on a single charge- GOOD BATTERY LIFE
7. Jabra Sport Pace Wireless in-ear headphones – WATER & DUST RESISTANT IP54
Built towards US Military standards for rain, sweat, shock and dust resistance with IP54 rating. Secure and comfortable fit with behind the ear wearing and multiple sized ear gel tips
Integrated training via Sport Life App to provide in-ear readouts during workouts: pace, time, distance, calories burned. Also works with most popular 3rd party sports applications.
Bluetooth connectivity
5 hours battery life with rapid charge function, top up in 15 minutes
ALSO: Jabra Coach SE (IP55 rated) and Jabra Pulse SE (IP55 rated)
8. Jaybird Freedom F5 Wireless in-ear headphones – SWEAT PROOF
Patented secure-fit with enhanced comfort ear fins
Patented micro-sized premium metal buds
8 hours play time (4 hrs on-board + 4 hrs with included charging clip)
My sound app (customize your sound settings & save them to your buds)
Wireless music & calls with complete remote controls
OTHERS
Sony MDR-XB70BT Bluetooth Wireless in-ear headphones – NECK BAND
Extra Bass processing for deep puncy sound, neckband with remote buttons on the left side for call and music
Super comfortable ear buds, light and small
Bluetooth connectivity
9 hours battery life
Hands-free calls: Clear voice with built in mic and HD Voice support
Band not quite suitable for rigorous sports, bounces when running, otherwise great bass while still manages to maintain sound clarity across the spectrum
Sony h.ear EX750BT Bluetooth High Resolution In-Ear Headphones – for all-round sound and Hi-Res audio compatibility
Go wire free with Bluetooth and NFC, High-Resolution Audio support for uncompromising sound via wired listening
Listen longer with up to 7.5 hours battery life, In-ear comfort and style, Lightweight, behind-the-neck design – GOOD BATTERY LIFE
Clear hands-free calling via Bluetooth, Wide frequency response for pure audio, Enjoy higher quality Bluetooth streaming with LDAC
Sony MDR-AS600BT – LINK CABLE
Stream music wirelessly with Bluetooth & NFC technology, Splash-proof design prevents sweat from leaking in, Hybrid silicone earbuds and Arc supporters provide a secure fit
Sleek, one-button design for simple operation, Built-in microphone for hands-free phone calling,
Rechargeable battery for up to 8 hours music playback, USB charging cable supplied, Available in Black and Orange – GOOD BATTERY LIFE