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The Edifier R1 effortlessly proves that good-sounding open-ear headphones can also be affordable.

With the Nothing Headphone (1), tech start-up Nothing has delivered one of the most exciting audio products of 2025. Developed in collaboration with KEF, these over-ear headphones offer exceptional sound quality, intelligent features and a striking design.

Bose has given the SoundLink Plus its signature silky-warm sound with deep, authoritative bass, wrapped it in a robust housing that shrugs off the elements.

The Sennheiser Accentum Open are intentionally minimalist – no app support, no EQ, and no customisation options. Instead, they offer almost everything that’s currently standard for open earbuds.

Given their price range, the Soundcore Liberty 5 offer excellent features including effective noise cancellation, high-resolution LDAC codec, personalised hearing and sound profile, as well as Dolby 3D Audio.

The Beyerdynamic DT 71 IE in-ear headphones offer drummers and bassists powerful and precise monitoring for stage and studio use.

The Sony WF-C710N are fully featured True Wireless in-ears that offer a bit of everything, making them a functional choice for everyday use.

The Beyerdynamic DT 70 IE are part of the German manufacturer’s new in-ear series and deliver precise sound for stage and studio use thanks to TESLA.11 drivers.

With the CMF by Nothing Buds 2, stylish True Wireless in-ears are set to offer up to 55 hours of Hi-Fi sound on the go.

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Eleven impress with their precise, spacious sound and excellent voice quality in quiet environments.