Best wireless headphones to buy in 2016

Best wireless headphones to buy

Looking for the best wireless headphones to buy this year? We have put together a list of the best wireless headphones to buy. At GizTab we are constantly presenting options to acquire the best and latest technological devices that hit the market; evaluating designs, components, quality and above all, its price. So if you are thinking of changing yours at this time, keep in mind the options that we present below.

Ossic X

A new device has arrived on the market and we have incorporated it into our count of the best headphones to buy, it is a development that Kickstarter presents, these would be the first headphones in the world that have 3D audio self-calibrating, achieving a sensation for the hearing space user and are also ideal to be used together with virtual reality headsets.

For now, this device is in the prototype phase and a campaign on Kickstarter had the goal of raising one hundred thousand dollars for its development, however the interest of the public has been such that they have already accumulated about 2 million dollars, which is why they could start shipping these amazing Ossic X headphones ahead of the planned time, possibly starting in May this year.

Price: no official price yet

The good

  • They have a system of advanced 3D audio algorithms with head-tracking
  • Increased audio immersion
  • Ideal for virtual reality

The bad

  • Until May we will know how much these jewels will cost
  • His arrival in Europe is unknown
  • Dimensions are a bit large

LG Tone Platinum bluetooth headphones arrive at MWCAmong the best wireless headphones to buy we have the LG bluetooth headphones that come with Balanced Armature technology, perfect for music lovers since the sound distortion is almost non-existent in this device. It has an aluminum cover that gives it greater durability. Due to its characteristics, the LG Tone Platinum top our list of the best wireless headphones to buy.

These headphones feature aptX HD Audio Codec technology that guarantees, through wireless connection, an audio quality comparable to CD players. The secret to quality in these headphones is in faithful full-bandwidth reproduction and suppressing latency by lowering the bitrate, which greatly increases sound quality.

The LG Tone Platinum also react to a voice command and pick up mobile calls. LG has enhanced its Tone & Talk app to support Voice Memo and Find Me functions on any Android 4.1 or higher smartphone.

Price: 95 euros approximately.

The good

  • They have two microphones with technology to suppress noise in the environment.

The bad

  • Despite pairing with any device with bluetooth functionality, all its functions are not always supported.

AKG Y45BT

These are visibly modest headphones in terms of design but the simplicity of their exterior should not fool you, they are headphones with a great technological load that make it a very powerful product so they are on the list of the best wireless headphones to buy in 2016.

AKG Y45BT HeadphonesThese headphones are quite ergonomic.

It comes with great buttons: play / pause, volume up and down and power. It comes with Near Field Communication (NFC) functionality that speeds up the bluetooth pairing process. In this model there is also a microphone for phone calls, so you can always be available, even when listening to your favorite music.

Charging takes place on the left hearing aid. Here you will find a microUSB slot, which allows you to charge from any USB source. The battery promises 8 hours of autonomy, but this will depend on the use you make of the device. Another element to note is that the latency of the bluetooth connection is non-existent.

With this device we continue our ranking of the best wireless headphones to buy.

Price: 84 euros.

The good:

  • The bluetooth is of the aptX variety
  • They are considerably lightweight

The bad

  • The sound is sometimes bright, it can make the HD quality lose a bit.
  • When a section of playback is silent, a very low hiss may be heard, which may disturb hearing a bit.

Philips Fidelio M2BT

Philips Fidelio M2BT headphonesThe Fidelio M2BT headphones maintain the quality of their predecessor.

Among the best wireless headphones to buy are the Philips Fidelio M2BT, they are a variant of the previous version M1BT, with the particularity of incorporating a button to immediately link with any nearby device that you have previously registered and some cosmetic changes.

More importantly, the harmonic, balanced and musical sound quality of the M1BT headphones remains intact. As for their design, they keep an imitation of leather at the bottom as a soft padding for the head.

Philips Fidelio M2BT headphones are equipped with two microphones: one for voice and one for measuring external noise and adjusting the sound accordingly, with this functionality hands-free calling will be child’s play.

Philips ensures a wireless range of 15 meters, which is particularly useful for indoor use, as you will not need to carry your mobile around the office or home to use these headphones.

Price: 255 euros.

The good

  • The battery ensures 10 hours of autonomy
  • They are extremely ergonomic headphones

The bad

  • Loading is very slow. You need about 3 hours to replace it
  • They are not the lightest headphones on the market

B&W P5 Wireless

BW P5 WirelessQuality and design are the flagship of these headphones.

As part of our selection of the best wireless headphones to buy, we incorporated the Bowers & Wilkins company that has entered the headphone business with the B&W P5 Wireless, in which comfort and freedom come together as concepts inherent in its corporate culture.

In terms of design, they are distinguished by the naked eye, with their rectangular earmuffs, sheep leather and braided aluminum to cover them. The company has defined them as “an executive chair for your ears,” the epitome of portable elegance.

On the right ear cup you will find the standard three-button volume, play, pause and call buttons, along with a power slider. There are also two microphones with the same intention of the other headphones: one for calling and the other for noise canceling. The bluetooth is aptX, which ensures low latency.

Price: 199 euros

The good

  • Its controls are very intuitive, even a child can operate them.
  • The reaction of the commands is very fluid

The bad

  • Its dimensions complicate its storage a bit

Sennheiser Momentum 2.0 Wireless

Sennheiser momentum 2.0Powerful sound stands out in Sennheiser momentum 2.0

At first glance, these headphones, which round out our list of the best wireless earbuds to buy, look very similar to their first generation, sporting an all-leather headband and earbuds set on the adjustable stainless steel rails. They are truly luxurious.

In this new edition of the Sennheiser Momentum headphones, the frame is now collapsible allowing them to fold down for better portability, while the headphones are larger to ensure a better fit over the ear.

The soft leather ear cushions are thicker too, making them more comfortable than before. As for the main features of this model over the Momentum 2.0, the bluetooth is aptX and it comes with the active noise cancellation function, which was not present in its predecessors with Sennheiser’s patented NoiseGard technology. They are without a doubt one of the best wireless headphones to buy.

Price: 450 euros.

The good

  • Sound quality is impressive
  • The design is quite stylish

The bad

  • The sound cancellation system is not so perfect. Something from the outside still sneaks into these headphones
  • Headphone ratio may be a bit exaggerated