Top rated in-ear headphones
Our top-rated reviews of miniature, noise-blocking, high-quality earphones that sit inside your ears.
In-ear headphones, or IEMs, are compact earphones that sit inside your ear canal, blocking outside noise. IEMs are generally high-quality products but we've rounded up the absolute best that we've reviewed.
1. Jays q-Jays in-ear headphones
If you've got a bit of money to spend on some high quality in-ear headphones, we'd definitely consider the Jays q-Jays to be a strong contender. They're on par with high-end performers from audio specialists like Ultimate Ears and have ...
Review Date: 30th Nov., 2010
2. TDK EB 900 in-ear headphones
If you have an MP3 player capable of custom audio equalisation, TDK's EB 900 in-ear headphones come into their own. Passive noise cancellation is near-perfect when using the foam ear-tips, and even unequalised sound quality is acceptable. For the price, ...
Review Date: 17th March, 2010
3. Sony MDR-NC300D noise-cancelling headphones
Sony's MDR-NC300D noise-cancelling headphones lack the main advantage of other in-ear headphones -- portability. They sound great though, and the integrated noise cancelling is a boon for office work or commuting. We just wish they weren't so expensive.
Review Date: 25th Nov., 2009
4. Bose Mobile In-Ear Headset
If you're after a replacement for your mediocre mobile phone headphones, then you could do worse than the Bose Mobile In-Ear Headset. Although predictably pricey, it offers outstanding bass, excellent sound quality and good looks.
Review Date: 15th March, 2010
5. Logitech Ultimate Ears 700 in-ear monitors
Logitech's Ultimate Ears 700 in-ear headphones retain the sound quality, noise isolation and design hallmarks of the Ultimate Ears brand. These in-ear monitors will suit the discerning listener and provide a high level of comfort.
Review Date: 11th June, 2009
