WIRED has rounded up a selection of tested wireless earbuds and over-ear headphones currently discounted for early Black Friday sales, with markdowns reaching up to 50 percent off. The updated November list features a variety of models, including newly added products from Nothing, CMF, and Shokz.
Wireless Earbud Deals
Apple AirPods Pro 3 are available at a solid 20 percent discount. They feature active noise cancellation (ANC), transparency modes, and seamless synchronization with Apple devices.
The Nothing Ear (3a) are marked down by 30 percent, representing the biggest discount recorded for the model so far. They feature a semi-transparent design and bold color options.
Shokz OpenFit open-ear headphones have dropped to their lowest recorded price. The model wraps around the ear to leave the inner ear clear, offering strong sound quality, long battery life, and wireless charging support.
Over-Ear Headphone Deals
The Sony WH-1000XM5 in the blue colorway are listed at their lowest tracked price as newer models phase them out. They remain a top pick for over-ear headphones with high performance.
The Nothing Headphone (1) have reached their lowest price ever ahead of Black Friday. They combine noise cancellation with a transparent design and physical on-ear controls, including a volume wheel and track-switching rocker paddle.
Sony WH-CN730N headphones are discounted by 50 percent following the launch of their successor. They weigh 192 grams and provide 35 hours of battery life with ANC enabled.
CMF Headphone Pro over-ear cans from Nothing’s sub-brand are available for $49, offering comfort, noise-canceling capabilities, and long battery life at a budget price point.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) are on sale, serving as a benchmark for ANC over-ear headphones with premium comfort and sound quality.
Sony WH-1000XM6 over-ear headphones are matching their lowest observed price, delivering high comfort, superior sound, and strong noise-canceling performance.
Apple AirPods Max 2 are receiving a modest discount off their $550 retail price, though larger price drops are anticipated as Black Friday approaches.
