Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale ended yesterday, but it’s still a great time to pick up a new pair of headphones for yourself or music lovers on your upcoming holiday shopping list (it’s never too early to start shopping for the holidays).
Also: The best October Prime Day deals live now
I review headphones for a living and combed through Amazon’s headphones catalog, uncovering sizable discounts on the best headphones, many of which we’ve tested and recommended, like the Apple AirPods Max, Sony WF-1000XM5<!–>, and Beats Studio Pro–>. Some selections were released as recently as this year, while others are a few years old but are still worth their purchase prices — especially on sale.
Our favorite Amazon October Prime Day headphone deals
Our favorite Amazon October Prime Day earbud deals
- Apple AirPods Pro 2 wireless earbuds<!–> for $190 (save $59): Apple’s premium earbuds are our favorite iOS-compatible earbuds, offering effective noise cancellation, immense comfort, and great sound.
- Jabra Elite 10 wireless earbuds–> for $208 (save $42): These earbuds are compatible with Dolby Atmos spatial audio, boast up to 36 hours of playtime, and sport an IP57 rating to withstand short periods of water submersion.
- JBL Tour Pro 2 wireless earbuds<!–> for $180 (save $70): These earbuds have a Smart Case with a touch screen for audio control, managing calls, and controlling earbud settings without needing to pull out your phone.
- Google Pixel Buds Pro wireless earbuds–> for $139 (Fog only) (save $61): We dubbed Google’s flagship earbuds “the best earbuds for Pixel users,” thanks to their exclusive software features, great sound, and comfortable fit.
- Samsung Galaxy Buds FE wireless earbuds<!–> for $80 (save $20): If the flagship Galaxy Buds have too many advanced features, you can snag these earbuds for a lower price.
- Bose Ultra Open Earbuds–> for $249 (save $50): This is one of the only discounts we’ve seen on Bose’s luxury earbuds that feature fantastic sound quality and reliable ambient awareness.
- Current price: $190
- Original price: $249
Apple’s premium earbuds offer a top-tier experience for Apple users. The Pro 2 earbuds have native iOS software features, highly effective noise cancellation, and a comfortable and secure fit. This year, Apple released a software update that readied the AirPods Pro 2 to act as an over-the-counter hearing aid, adding to their value and utility.
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- Current price: $100
- Original price: $200
The Beats Solo 4 were released this summer with new-and-improved design features, audio performance, and software features. These headphones offer an on-ear fit, making them perfect for people who don’t like over-ear headphones. All of the Solo 4’s color variations are 50% off for Prime Day, and it’s rare to see a new pair of headphones discounted so heavily, so take advantage of this deal before it disappears.
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- Current price: $300
- Original price: $380
The Sennheiser Momentum 4 headphones offer a stylish and comfortable form factor and high-quality audio for a well-rounded listening experience. They have impressively clear and detailed sound and promise over 60 hours of continuous audio playback. For Prime Day, you can find these headphones for a discounted price in Black, Copper, and White.
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- Beats Solo 4 on-ear headphones<!–> for $100 (save $100): The latest iteration of Beats Solo headphone lineup delivers a fresh design, well-tuned sound, and compatibility with native Android and iOS features.
- Beats Studio Pro over-ear headphones–> for $170 (all colors except Dune, Earth, and Moon) (save $180): Beats’ flagship over-ear headphones debuted with a stylish design, ultra-comfortable ear cups, effective noise cancellation, and 40 hours of battery life.
- Beats Studio Buds wireless earbuds<!–> for $80 (save $70): These Beats earbuds offer noise cancellation, up to 24 hours of playtime, and are water and sweat-resistant.
- Beats Studio Buds Plus wireless earbuds–> for $130 (Black and Transparent only) (save $40): The Beats Studio Buds deliver effective noise cancellation, eight hours of continuous audio playback, and unique compatibility with native iOS and Android software features.
- Beats Fit Pro wireless earbuds<!–> for $150 (save $50): These active earbuds offer three audio modes, Beats’ distinct sound profile, and an in-ear fit for stability.
- Beats Powerbeats Pro wireless earbuds–> for $150 (save $100): If the Fit Pro are likely to fall out of your ears, the Powerbeats Pro are equipped with ear hooks for added stability.
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More October Prime Day headphone and earbud deals
- Jabra Elite 4 Active wireless earbuds<!–> for $104 (save $16): Those with active lifestyles will enjoy these earbuds for their seven hours of continuous playback, intuitive software features, and effective noise cancellation.
- Google Pixel Buds A-Series wireless earbuds–> for $69 (save $30): If the Pixel Buds Pro are too advanced for your liking, the A-Series earbuds offer high-quality audio, Google voice assistant capabilities, and water resistance for a lower price.
- Sennheiser Momentum Sport wireless earbuds<!–> for $214 (Black only) (save $116): These earbuds are great for those with active lifestyles. We especially like their integration with Polar fitness trackers.
- Earfun Air Pro 3 wireless earbuds–> for $76 (Black only) (save $24): These affordable earbuds offer every feature you could need, such as noise cancellation, Bluetooth multipoint, and over 40 hours of playtime.
- Marshall Major IV on-ear headphones<!–> for $80 (save $70): These headphones offer Marshall’s signature sound, over 80 hours of playback, and wireless charging compatibility.
- Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 over-ear headphones–> for $135 (save $95): We recommend these headphones to bass enthusiasts looking for headphones that also offer effective noise cancellation and a host of software features.
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro wireless earbuds<!–> for $230 (save $20): We love Samsung’s latest premium earbuds for their compatibility with high-quality audio formats and edgy design.
- Soundcore Life Q20 over-ear headphones–> for $50 (Black only) (save $10): These headphones provide big bass, over 40 hours of playtime, and impressive sound for a low price.
- Sennheiser HD 660S2 open-back headphones<!–> for $424 (save $176): The Sennheiser HD 660S2 are the latest iteration in the company’s iconic open-back lineup.
FAQs
When is Amazon’s October Prime Day 2024?
October’s Amazon Big Deal Days sale is Oct. 8 to Oct. 9.
Are headphones really cheaper on Prime Day?
During Amazon’s Prime Day sales, plenty of headphones are for sale. Older headphones are often steeply discounted, and newer releases are regularly slightly discounted. Amazon’s Prime Day sales are a great time to buy headphones because it’s common to find headphones at their lowest price ever or headphones that are rarely discounted.
How did we choose these October Prime Day deals?
ZDNET chooses Prime Day deals based on how steep the discounted price is, how often a product goes on sale, and whether our team has tested and recommended the product. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops.
We also reviewed customer reviews to learn what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we recommend. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing, extensive research, and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter.
What are the best October Prime Day 2024 deals?
ZDNET’s experts are searching through Prime Day sales to find the best discounts by category. These are the best deals so far:
You can also find the best October Prime Day deals by price:
And the best deals from other retailers this week:
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