Best Prime Day headphones & earbuds deals 2023: on-ears and in-ears on sale!

What headphones and earbuds deals are up for grabs in the Amazon Prime Day 2023 sale

Amazon Prime Day headphones deals
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Amazon Prime Day is coming around once again, in fact it's tomorrow! That's music to our ears and there's already plenty on offer. That means there are big price drops on popular products from leading brands – with headphones and earphones being particular Prime Day Big Deal Days staples. Sounds great right?

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Even before tomorrow, we're seeing huge deals on a range of over-ear and in-ear, gaming headsets and a combination of wired and wireless models, so there’s something for everyone - as you'll see in our handpicked selection below.

To help you find the lowest prices on audio, these are the best headphones and earbuds leading up to Prime Day. If you're looking for other bargains, check out T3's Best Prime Day Deals feature. 

Amazon Prime Day headphones & earbuds deals

Apple AirPods Pro 2: was £249 now £229 at Amazon

Apple AirPods Pro 2: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8434&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.co.uk%2FApple-AirPods-Pro-2nd-generation%2Fdp%2FB0BDJ37NF5%2F%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-21%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-21" data-link-merchant="Amazon UK"" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">was £249 now £229 at Amazon
Get the AirPods Pro 2 with MagSafe Charging Case in this Prime Day deal. These wireless earbuds use Active Noise Cancellation to block outside noise and Adaptive EQ that automatically tunes music to your ears. Comes with three sizes of silicone tips. Amazing for iPhone users.

Bose QC Earbuds 2: was £279.95now £259.95 at Amazon.co.uk

Bose QC Earbuds 2: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8434&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.co.uk%2FBose-QuietComfort-Cancelling-Personalized-Cancellation-Soapstone%2Fdp%2FB0B7838HH6%2F%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-21%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-21" data-link-merchant="Amazon UK"" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">was £279.95 <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8434&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.co.uk%2FBose-QuietComfort-Cancelling-Personalized-Cancellation-Soapstone%2Fdp%2FB0B7838HH6%2F%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-21%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-21" data-link-merchant="Amazon UK"" data-link-merchant="Amazon UK"" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">now £259.95 at Amazon.co.uk
Given how new the Bose QC Earbuds 2 are, such a sharp price drop for Amazon Prime Day is a rare sight indeed. Bose doesn't often see its prices dip, and given the sheer quality of these earbuds, from both a sound and ANC perspective, this is one of the best Prime Day deals we'll see in 2023.

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Sony WF-1000XM4: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8434&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.co.uk%2FSony-WF-1000XM4-Wireless-Cancelling-Headphones-Black%2Fdp%2FB095DNPH4R%2F%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-21%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-21" data-link-merchant="Amazon UK"" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">was £250 now £218.99 at Amazon:  We love the signature sound on Sony's earbuds and with 24 hours of battery life, you'll have plenty of time to fall for them too. With Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant integrated too, it's easy to use these buds hands-free too.

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Sony WF-C500: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8434&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.co.uk%2FSony-WF-C500-Wireless-Headphones-Built-Black%2Fdp%2FB09FKGJ1CB%2Fref%3Dsr_1_5%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-21%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-21" data-link-merchant="Amazon UK"" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">was £90 now £55.98 at Amazon

The best budget earbuds bar none are now even cheaper. At this price they're an essential purchase, and with a manual equaliser in the accompanying app, you' won't struggle to find a sound that you love.

Sony WH-1000XM4: was £350 now £224.95 at Amazon

Sony WH-1000XM4: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8434&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.co.uk%2FSony-WH-1000XM4-Cancelling-Wireless-Headphones-Black%2Fdp%2FB08C7KG5LP%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-21%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-21" data-link-merchant="Amazon UK"" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">was £350 now £224.95 at Amazon
The predecessor to our favourite wireless headphones pack an incredible sound and top-tier noise cancelling that still makes them a five-star product. This is an enchanting price for one of the best products out there.

Nothing Ear (Stick): was £99 now £69.97 at Amazon

Nothing Ear (Stick): <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8434&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.co.uk%2FNothing-Ear-stick-comfortable-lightweight%2Fdp%2FB0B45WH7TN%2F%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-21%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-21" data-link-merchant="Amazon UK"" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">was £99 now £69.97 at Amazon
Stylish but still offering a great sound, if you hate in-ear headphones, the Nothing Ear (Stick) could be for you. They don't have ANC but the sound is rich and the fit is comfortable, plus the case is a great fidget toy. 

Bose QuietComfort 45 wireless headphones:was £319 now £235 at Amazon

Bose QuietComfort 45 wireless headphones: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8434&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.co.uk%2FBose-QuietComfort%25C2%25AE-cancelling-headphones-microphone-Triple-Black%2Fdp%2FB098FKXT8L%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-21%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-21" data-link-merchant="Amazon UK"">was £319 now £235 at Amazon
We love these Bose headphones, not just because they're on sale but also because of the mighty 24-hour battery life, strong noise cancelling and signature Bose sound.

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Technics EAH-AZ60E-K Wireless Earbuds: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8434&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.co.uk%2FTechnics-Cancelling-Headphones-JustMyVoice-microphone-Black%2Fdp%2FB09H2VDR5N%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-21%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-21" data-link-merchant="Amazon UK"" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">was £199 now £139.99 at Amazon
With a rich, energetic sound and 24 hours of stored battery life, these are some of the best wireless earbuds out there. They also come with 7 different sizes of tip so you're bound to find a comfortable fit for your ear.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live: was £179 now £68.79 at Amazon

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8434&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.co.uk%2FSamsung-Galaxy-Wireless-Earphones-Version%2Fdp%2FB08C5HYHYB%2Fref%3Dsr_1_25%3Fqid%3D1656000231%26s%3Delectronics%26sr%3D1-25%26tag%3Dhawk-future-21%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-21" data-link-merchant="Amazon UK"" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">was £179 now £68.79 at Amazon
They may not be the newest model anymore but Samsung's buds are still quality and at 50% off, this is a price worth paying attention to. They use active noise cancellation to block out unwanted noise and keep you immersed in what you’re listening to.

LG Tone Free Fit UTF8: was £179 now £126.24 at Amazon

LG Tone Free Fit UTF8: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8434&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.co.uk%2FLG-TONE-Free-Fit-UTF8-Black%2Fdp%2FB0B9BYC6PX%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-21%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-21" data-link-merchant="Amazon UK"" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">was £179 now £126.24 at Amazon
Designed for the perfect workout, these buds sport an impressive IP67 waterproof rating and a unique charging case that kills 99.9% of bacteria as well as ANC and great sound.

Apple AirPods Max:&nbsp;was £549 now £499 at Amazon

Apple AirPods Max: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8434&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.co.uk%2FNew-Apple-AirPods-Max-Space%2Fdp%2FB08Q2CYLTQ%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-21%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-21" data-link-merchant="Amazon UK"" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">was £549 now £499 at Amazon
Apple's premium over-the-ear headphones look stylish, sit nicely on the ears and sound impressive. Right now the Apple AirPods Max have 9% off. Perfect for iPhone users.

Beats Solo3: was £199 now £179 at Amazon

Beats Solo3: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8434&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.co.uk%2FBeats-Solo3-Wireless-Ear-Headphones%2Fdp%2FB07YVXGFLS%2Fref%3Dsr_1_3%3Fcrid%3D10FMFWS3955FX%26keywords%3Dbeats%26qid%3D1657379860%26sprefix%3Dbeats%252Caps%252C148%26sr%3D8-3%26tag%3Dhawk-future-21%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-21" data-link-merchant="Amazon UK"" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">was £199 now £179 at Amazon
Save on the Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones at Amazon. These headphones have an Apple W1 chip within their set-up, are compatible with both iOS and Android devices and come with 40 hours of battery life. Available in black, red or a tasteful Rose Gold.

Bethan Girdler-Maslen
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