Whether you’re after a pair of noise-cancelling headphones for your commute, a set of workout earbuds or a premium pair of over-ear headphones for listening at home, Black Friday is a great time to upgrade your audio setup for less.
The annual sale – which officially kicks off on 29 November this year – sees big discounts on everything from laptops and TVs to smartphones and electric toothbrushes, but some of the biggest savings can be found on headphones. And they have really rolled in already, thanks to the likes of Argos, Currys and Amazon kicking off their sales nice and early.
In my role as IndyBest’s resident tech expert, I’ve rounded up the best discounts on my favourite headphones and earbuds from all the major brands, including Apple, Sony, Bose, Sennheiser and more. Highlights include the AirPods Pro 2 and Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds have both been reduced to the lowest-ever price. Keep scrolling for all this and more.
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Best Black Friday headphone deals
Apple AirPods Pro 2: Was £229, now £179, Amazon.co.uk
Now’s your chance because the Apple AirPods Pro earbuds have been reduced to their lowest-ever price. Tech critic David Phelan praised them in his review and they’re even better than the AirPods 4, despite being older. With better audio and battery, there are touch controls on the buds themselves, so you can adjust the volume without having to take your phone out of your pocket, and there’s a MagSafe case with a lanyard loop for easy charging and storage. Don’t sleep on this deal.
Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds: Was £259, now £188.99, Amazon.co.uk
Sony’s latest wireless earbuds are 27 per cent off at Amazon. They reign supreme in our round-up of the best wireless earbuds, and our tester was impressed by the noise-cancellation and sound quality. The WF-1000XM5 have “a level of deft clarity and forensic detail that makes every part of the music soar, from vocals to mid-range and bass,” they noted.
Apple AirPods Max: Was £459, now £429, Currys.co.uk
The AirPods Max can be expensive, especially compared to rivals Sony and Bose, but this £30 discount at Currys brings Apple’s official headphones down to a more palatable price. In their review of the AirPods Max, our tech writer said “these headphones are premium, but they sound premium, too. If you are even slightly tempted you will find [they] could change how you listen to music.”
Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones: Was £379, now £245, Amazon.co.uk
Sony sits at the top of tech writer Alex’s round-up of the best wireless headphones with the WH-1000XM5. With impressive noise cancellation and impeccable sound quality, they’re the headphones to beat. “Whether it’s orchestral music, rap, podcasts or your favourite pop tracks, the WH-1000XM5 handle it all with poise and gumption,” Alex said.
Sennheiser momentum 4 wireless bluetooth noise-cancelling headphones: Was £289, now £199, Currys.co.uk
With a £90 discount for Black Friday, the Sennheiser momentum 4 wireless headphones are currently at their lowest price ever at Currys. Thanks to the brand's signature sound with a 42mm transducer system, the headphones ensure that sound has maximised dynamics and clarity. Great for commuting and long journeys, the adaptive noise cancellation automatically adapts to your surroundings, so you won’t get distracted by rustling crisp packets or loud conversations whilst trying to listen to your favourite podcast.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds: Was £299.95, now £199, Amazon.co.uk
I’m a big fan of the Bose QC Ultra wireless earbuds, a brilliant-sounding pair of noise-cancelling buds that have fallen to £199 at Amazon. “They sound better than almost every competitive pair of earbuds we’ve tested,” tech critic David Phelan said in his Bose QC Ultra review.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2: Was £219, now £185.99, Amazon.co.uk
There’s £30 off Google’s newest earbuds in the tech giant’s Black Friday sale. Designed to pair seamlessly with the Pixel phones, the upgraded Pixel Buds Pro 2 offer an improved fit, impeccable noise-cancellation, longer battery life and the ability to have hands-free conversations with Google’s new AI assistant, Gemini.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: Was £219, now £159, Argos.co.uk
The best earphones for Galaxy users, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are discounted by £60 for Black Friday. Our tester rated them for their seamless compatibility with Samsung devices, as well as their crystal clear call quality, saying: “Voice calls are very good, reducing background noise significantly.”
When is Black Friday 2024 in the UK?
Black Friday falls on the day after Thanksgiving in the US. The holiday takes place on the final Thursday of November, which means Black Friday will be on Friday 29 November this year. But that’s just the official dates – most retailers started their sale this week.
Why you can trust IndyBest to find the best headphone deals
Our team of shopping experts have been covering the annual Black Friday sale for years. We track prices on the best headphones every day, so we know which deals are worth paying attention to, and we only recommend discounts on products we’ve tested and from brands we trust.
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