Best Headphones for 2024

Need a new pair of headphones? Here are our picks for the best headphones around -- all tested and approved by CNET's mobile audio editor.

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DAA Aimpoint H1/Micro Sight MountChoosing a new pair of headphones can feel overwhelming. From in-ear buds to over-ear headphones, there are just so many options for headphones that offer great sound quality and other benefits like active noise canceling, wired vs wireless headsets, portability and more. With all the choices out there it's hard to choose just one set of headphones to call the best overall pair of headphones.

What are the best headphones right now?

The Sonos Ace, Sony WH-1000XM5, Sony WF-1000XM5, Apple AirPods Pro 2, Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds and Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones definitely have standout features worth looking into. Additionally, with the Prime Day sale now in full swing, you can secure some savings.

Over the last 20 years, I've reviewed hundreds of headphones and earbuds. I've fully reviewed or had hands-on listening time with all headphones and earbuds on this list. Although we have options at several different prices, we tend to highlight more affordable headphones or at least models that cost $500 or less. If you're looking for the best sound and have the budget for it, you can go for options like the Focal Bathys, Bowers & Wilkins PX8 and Beyerdynamic Xelento Wireless (2nd generation), which deliver outstanding sound quality. Also, check out all the Amazon Prime Day headphone deals.

Mr. Bulletfeeder Pro

Mr. Bulletfeeder

If you reload a lot, there’s a good chance you already own a Mr. Bulletfeeder by DAA. By far the most successful bullet feeder on the market, it has helped to make a bullet feeder part of the must-have-equipment on every serious reloader’s bench. If you have not tried reloading with a bullet feeder yet – don’t wait any longer! You won’t regret it.

But some want it bigger! The commercial reloader or shooter who wants to load LOTS of ammo may want his collator to hold more bullets. The 300-400 capacity that Mr.Bulletfeeder by DAA offers is enough for many, but not for all. The Mr.Bulletfeeder PRO by DAA is designed to hold well over 1,000 9mm 124 gr bullets and run like clockwork.

DAA Universal Cleaning Kit

DAA Universal Cleaning Kit

The kit is packed in a sturdy Tactical-type case, made of heavy-duty D-600 material and including a large top-quality wrap-around zipper. Zipper heads have long cord heads for easy access. The case itself is Molle-ready, and can be attached on the outside of many bags and tactical packs. Multiple Molle-Pattern Velcro tabs on the front, allow you to add name tags, patches or other small attachment items. The case includes a rubberized DAA logo on a front Velcro tab.

CED/DAA 8- Pack Deluxe Zippered Magazine Storage Case

CED/DAA 8- Pack Deluxe Zippered Magazine Storage Case

The DAA Deluxe Magazine Pack provides safe and protective housing for 8 of your valuable competition magazines. We spend quite a lot of money on our magazines, and this pouch finally provides a carrying and storing means worthy of their value.

The pouch is large enough to accommodate up to 170 mm long magazines, and its elastic straps adjust to hold any double-stack magazine securely, from the smaller CZ style mags to the larger 2011 magazines used by so many in our sport. Single stack shooters will find that they can insert 2 magazines into each loop, providing place for up to 16 single stack mags.