You’ll find all the best headphones deals in Australia right here – in-ear, over-ear, wireless, noise-cancelling or sports.
With headphones of all types, colours and styles flooding the market, it’s hard knowing which ones to pick – do you go for the premium model you’ve always wanted, or are you better off just grabbing a cheap set from the discount bin?
Well, it’s worth remembering that cheap headphones are cheap for a reason, so even if saving money is priority we can’t recommend those $2 discount-bin variety that you find all over the world. And, as you’ll find out below, you don’t always have spend a lot of dosh to snag a great set of headphones either.
To save you the time and effort, we’ve put together this dedicated guide to the best bargains on great-sounding headphone. We constantly monitor major Aussie retailers and go a-huntin’ to bring you the most worthwhile deals on a variety of sets – from in-ear buds to noise-cancelling cans – so check out our continually updated list below to discover the best current headphones deals in Australia. Best over-ear headphone deals this week
Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC Noise-Cancelling Wireless Headphones for $247 (was $329):
Thanks to its excellent noise-cancelling, travel-friendly design and overall value for money, we’re quite fond of the Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC here at TechRadar. And it’s a great opportunity to snag these excellent cans at a very affordable price right now at Bing Lee where they’re on sale until March 11 for just $247.
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Sony WH-1000XM2 wireless noise-cancelling headphones for $396 (usually $499.95): Sony has developed these headphones to cater to the frequent flyers thanks to optimisation of atmospheric pressure when you’re 35,000 feet in the air. These noise-cancelling cans retail for a blitzing $500 a pop, but you can snag a pair of the Sony WH-1000XM2 for just $396 from Addicted To Audio.
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Sony h.ear on MDR-100ABN noise-cancelling wireless headphones for $218 (was $399.95): No wires or cables and Sony’s signature sound quality with digital noise cancellation as well. These cans retail for nearly $500 apiece but Addicted To Audio has the MDR-100ABN over-ear headphones for just $218. That’s less than half price!
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Sennheiser PXC550 noise-cancelling wireless headphones for $368 (was $499): Touch-sensitive ear cups keep you in control of your environment and promise comfort and great sound, along with noise cancellation to shut the world out. You can even let some ambient noise in by switching off the noise cancellation whenever you want. These premium cans retail for $499, but you can get yourself a pair from Addicted to Audio for $368. That’s more than 25% off on the usual RRP.
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Sony WF-1000X true wireless noise-cancelling headphones for $299.95 (usually $399.95): Sony’s cut wires and ambient noise from the WF-1000X by adding noise cancelling into a compact form factor that gives you the freedom to move around without getting entangled or tickled by cables. And this is the cheapest we’ve seen the WF-1000X ‘buds sell for – head to Addicted To Audio and snag them for just $299.95, saving $100.
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Sennheiser Momentum in-ear headphones for $134 (was $169): These are one of our favourite in-ear headphones when it comes to sound quality. If you’re not too hassled by a cable, the Sennheisser Momentum ‘buds are a great option that look good too. And you save a little as well, when shopping at Addicted to Audio, where the ‘buds are on sale (for both Apple and Samsung devices) for $134.
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Sennheiser Momentum in-ear wireless headphones for $219 (usually $299): Our favourite in-ear ‘buds also come in a wireless version, featuring a neckband and Sennheiser’s signature sound quality. You can score a discount of $80 on this set, making it a worthwhile bargain indeed – that’s $219 for the Momentum in-ear wireless ‘buds.
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Beats X Wireless In-ear Headphones for $149 (was $199):
Maybe you’re chasing down that Beats by Dre sound, but you’re after something even more hassle-free than the Solo3 Wireless Headphones above. Well, the Beats X do a wonderful job at distilling that bass-heavy sound into a tiny package, making your jog or workout even more energising. You can score yourself a pair of these beauties in Black or White. from Bing Lee until March 11. View Deal
The best deals on our favourite headphones
To help you decide which headphones work best for you, we’ve decided to put together a little buying guide with a list of our favourite recommendations.
The headphones you’ll find here have tons of features to help you to get the most out of your music, or any other form of audio-visual entertainment you prefer, however you like to listen to it. Bose QuietComfort 35
Bose has brought its fantastic noise-cancelling technology to a pair of wireless headphones and it’s done so without any of the traditional drawbacks of wireless headphones. They sound great, and their battery life is long enough for all but the longest of flights. They’re super comfortable, and despite the fact that they don’t use the AptX Bluetooth standard, the wireless doesn’t harm their sound quality one bit.
Priced at AU$499 a pop, the QC35s sit firmly at the premium end of the spectrum, but if you want the best noise-cancelling headphones available right now, then you can’t get any better. And they can be bought at a great price, too.
Read our review of the Bose QC 35 .
Bose QuietControl 30
For a pair of in-ear headphones, the QC 30 has a level of noise cancellation that matches any of Bose’s over-ear cans, and that’s very impressive given its size. In fact, the level of noise cancellation can be adjusted to suit your environment via the in-line remote.
But the effective noise-cancelling comes at the cost of sound quality. The QC 30 isn’t the best-sounding headphones in the world, but if you’re not an audio connoisseur, these are still a pretty good set of headphones to get, especially for those who don’t particularly enjoy the feel of cans on their ears.
Read our review of the Bose QC 30 .
Bose QuietComfort 25
The QC 25 are just as good as Bose’s premium cans, but without the premium price tag. They’re still expensive at $399 a piece, but they achieve top performance per dollar and definitely worth your hard-earned dosh.
With exemplary sound quality and equally excellent ambient noise cancellation, the QC 25 will suit the serious or the casual listener, providing a wonderfully immersive experience when watching movies or TV shows, playing games or just listening to your favourite beats.
Read our review of the Bose QC 25 .
Bose QuietComfort 20
For a pair of tethered in-ear headphones that cost you $369, you’d expect only the best from Bose, and the QC 20 does not disappoint. If you have the spare change and want incredible noise-cancelling combined with comfort and amazing sound quality, you really ought to get the QuietComfort 20.
