Amazon’s October Prime Day sale is going on now, and it includes huge deals on tons of our favorite earbuds and headphones. Whether you’re looking for noise-canceling headphones, a new gaming headset or wireless earbuds for your next workout, we’ve found deals to fit your needs.
CNET’s shopping experts have been tracking the best audio deals so you don’t have to spend hours digging through pages of listings. Fair warning, the best deals tend to run out quick, so if you spot something you like, grab it while you can. We’re refreshing this page through the sales period, so keeping checking back for the freshest steals.
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October Prime Day earbud deals
With the AirPods Pro 3 out now, the last-gen model is $50 off. The AirPods Pro 2 are still a great pick. They offer excellent sound quality, with active noise canceling, an adaptive transparency mode and spatial audio — all powered by Apple’s H2 chip.
These are a top value pick for those who want a pair of noise-canceling earbuds, and they’re even better now that they’re on sale. Only the black pair is available at this price, but the white and blue pairs are discounted as well.
These noise canceling earbuds are compatible with both Apple and Android. Plus, they’re sweat-resistant, support Spatial Audio and offer up to 36 hours of playback.
More October Prime Day earbud deals:
- Beats Studio Buds: $80 (save $70). These basic Beats earbuds make a great, affordable alternative to Apple’s pricey AirPods.
- Apple AirPods 4: $89 (save $40). The more basic pair of Apple’s latest flagship earbuds lacks noise cancellation, but still offers excellent sound and convenient features for Apple users.
- Soundcore by Anker P20i: $18 (save $22). These Anker earbuds are affordable at their full price, but for half the cost, they become even more of a bargain buy.
- Skullcandy Method 360 earbuds: $71 (save $59). Get fantastic audio and battery life from these excellent Skullcandy earbuds.
- OnePlus Buds Pro 3: $130 (save $50). Get up to five hours of playback time with just 10 minutes of charging on these earbuds.
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: $180 (save $70). Winners of a CNET Editors’ Choice, these multipoint earbuds can go toe-to-toe with the AirPods Pro 2.
- Sennheiser Momentum 4 earbuds: $200 (save $150). With support for Auracast and low-latency LE Audio, the Momentum 4 earbuds continue to impress with their sound quality.
- JBL Live Beam 3: $140 (save $60). These JBL buds support high-resolution audio, and the case has a touchscreen so you can easily scroll through songs on the go.
- Amazon Echo Buds: $35 (save $85). Alexa-enabled earbuds with solid sound quality and hands-free voice control.
- JBL Tune Flex: $45 (save $55). These versatile JBL earbuds are great if you need a low-key pair.
October Prime Day noise-canceling headphone deals
These wireless headphones are our favorite over-ear headphones from Sennheiser. CNET Editor David Carnoy was impressed with their lengthy battery life, sound personalization features and improved noise cancellation.
Our top budget pick for the best over-ear headphones, the EarFun Wave Pro are even more affordable with this Prime Day deal. CNET Executive Editor David Carnoy noted that the headphones offer good sound quality with punchy bass for a low price. They support multipoint Bluetooth connection and have an 80-hour battery life.
One of the best noise-canceling headphones out there are the Beats Studio Pros. Our reviewer praised their sound quality and noise-canceling capabilities as well as their sleek design and cozy feel. They also boast an impressive 40-hour battery life and USB-C charging, and support spatial audio when paired with an iPhone.
These over-ear headphones have noise canceling and Alexa built in. Plus, at just 192 grams, these lightweight headphones can be work comfortably all day.
Apple’s latest ANC earbuds have a 30-hour battery life and an advanced H2 chip to support spatial audio, and Amazon is offering a rare chance to grab a pair for less right now. If you don’t want noise cancellation, the basic pair is also on sale for $89, which saves you $40.
More October Prime Day noise-canceling headphone deals:
- Sony WH-1000XM4: $188 (save $160). A previous-gen pair of truly premium over-ear Sony headphones.
- Sennheiser Accentum ANC earbuds: $130 (save $90). A higher-end option that has customizable sound through the app.
- Soundcore Anker Life Q20 Hybrid ANC headphones: $35 (save $25). These comfortable headphones are on sale for Prime.
- Epos Impact 860 ANC double-sided wired headset: $100 (save $28). A great headset for office and work environments with Active Noise Cancelling.
- JLab Go Lux ANC headphones: $35 (save $15). One of our top picks for the best noise-cancelling headphones under $100.
October Prime Day headphone deals
The Beats Solo 4 are some of our favorite over-ear headphones. While they are not a noise-canceling model, they do support lossless audio. They also offer solid voice-call performance and have a substantial 50-hour battery life.
These over-ear headphones’ lows are boosted with JBL’s Pure Bass Sound technology, and they offer a 76-hour battery life. The JBL Tune 720BT are relatively lightweight and fold for easy transport.
More October Prime Day headphone deals:
- Sennheiser HD 560S: $200 (save $80). These over-ear Sennheiser headphones don’t have noise cancellation but do support audiophile-grade sound, making them great for at-home listening.
- Sony ZX wired headphones: $10 (save $10). A cheap pair of wired headphones for those who truly only need the basics.
- Philips Fidelio X2HR open-air headphone: $165 (save $35). Premium open-back headphones that deliver spacious, high-fidelity sound for audiophiles.
October Prime Day workout headphone deals
If the Sony WF-1000XM5 have a flaw, it’s that between the glossy plastic and floating design, they don’t always feel secure, but the Linkbuds Fit fix this with a classic wingtip profile. You still get solid noise canceling, sound quality, and fun colorways like a marble-swirled pink or the Olivia Rodrigo Violet edition.
Prime members can snag these clip-on earbuds with adaptive bass boost and noise cancellation on sale now. The earbuds earned a spot on our best workout headphones of 2025 list as our favorite affordable clip-on option for workouts. The earbuds provide a secure, comfortable fit while you’re running or hitting the gym.
These noise-canceling headphones reduce background noise and distractions so you can focus on your workouts. They offer IPX4-rated sweat resistance for intense gym sessions and an impressive 35-hour battery life and have a modest discount right now.
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The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 are open-ear bone-conduction headphones designed for wearing while you run or participate in other sports. The headphones earned a spot on our list of the best running headphones, thanks to their comfortable design and solid sound quality.
More October Prime Day workout headphone deals:
- Beats Fit Pro: $180 (save $20). Their stemless design and flexible wing tips have earned these Beats a spot on our list of the overall best workout earbuds for 2025.
- Edifier LolliClip earbuds: $80 (save $50). These unique wrap-around earbuds are now available for less than $100.
- Anker Soundcore V20i: $23 (save $27). A seriously affordable pair of open ear-hook buds.
- JBL Endurance Peak 3: $80 (save $20). Top ear-hook wireless buds with Ambient Aware that automatically lowers the volume during conversation.
Prime Day gaming headphone deals
This gaming headset works with tons of gaming devices including PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, Xbox X|S and Xbox One. It has a built-in mic so you can chat with other players during the game and 50mm drivers for clearer audio.
More Prime Day gaming headphone deals:
- Logitech G432 wired gaming headset: $40 (save $40). This set has 50mm audio drivers that help build a more immersive gaming experience.
- Corsair HS80 RGB wired gaming headset: $80 (save $30). With on-ear volume and mute controls, you can focus on the game the whole time.
- SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro wired gaming headset: $180 (save $70). Equipped with a built-in amplifier, spatial audio and a retractable mic, the Nova Pro comes in Xbox and PlayStation/PC flavors.
- SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Multi-System wired gaming headset: $45 (save $15). Immersive sound and the ComfortMAX system help you hear critical sound cues without straining your ears or cranium.
- HyperX Cloud III wired gaming headset: $78 (save $22). Connect to any system with USB-C, USB-A and a 3.5mm audio jack.
- Sony InZone H9 wireless headset for PC and PlayStation: $228 (save $102). A modest discount on Sony’s own headset.
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When is Amazon’s Prime Day event?
The online retailer’s fall sale, dubbed «Amazon Prime Big Deal Days,» runs Oct. 7 and 8.
Will tariffs affect this year’s October Prime Day deals?
Tariffs are top of mind for most Americans, with 52% of US adults concerned about rising prices and tariffs, according to a new CNET survey. Russell Holly, CNET’s director of commerce, noted that he has «seen plenty of evidence that suggests tariffs on personal electronics and home tech will affect prices during sales this year,» which means we may see effects during this year’s October Prime Day event, with some increase on electronics and other items.
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