The best wireless headphones in Australia offer the perfect combination of convenience, style and above all, great sound quality. While there is certainly still a place for the best wired headphones, which find particular favour with audiophiles, for the most of us, a pair of wireless headphones has become practically a necessity.
And with constant improvements to drivers, wireless streaming technologies – such as Snapdragon Sound and/or aptX Bluetooth – and design, the wireless headphones that have made our list do an awful lot to close the quality gap to their wired counterparts.
The quick list
Below, you’ll find a quick roundup of our top choices for the best wireless headphones in Australia. We've selected multiple pairs for different needs, and you can jump to a more detailed review of every model.
The best wireless headphones for most people
Their latest successor, the XM6, is fantastic, but for the money we still reckon the Sony XM4s are everything one could wish for in a set of over-ear cans.
The best cheap wireless headphones
Serving up strong sound, decent ANC and impressive battery life for under AU$150, the 1More SonoFlow Pro HQ51 cans are a no-brainer. While the audio won’t rival premium models, they punch way (way!) above their weight.
The best higher-end wireless headphones
Looking for the perfect package of looks, sound, ANC and features? You're looking at 'em. They're not cheap, but nothing this good ever is.
The best over-ear headphones for wireless audiophile sound
They're not cheap, but these sound wonderful thanks to their advanced planar drivers, which are rare in wireless headphones. There's no ANC, but they have tons of other features.
The best mid-priced wireless headphones
Great sound balance, strong detail, solid active noise cancellation, useful smart features and a very light and comfortable design make these great value.
The best headphones for noise cancellation
It was always going to take something special to dethrone Bose, but Sony has upped its ANC game to such an extent with these over-ears. They also sound superb and offer a comfortable fit.
July 30, 2025 Replaced the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones with the Sony WH-1000XM6 as the 'best for ANC' based on further comparison testing. Kept the Bose pair in with a new 'best for Bose fans' category.
Replaced the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 with the Bowers & WIlkins Px7 S3 as the best premium pick.
The best wireless headphones in Australia for 2025
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The best wireless headphones overall
Despite the newer WH-1000XM5 model being released, we still rate the Sony XM4 as the better-value purchase for most people, predominantly because they can now be picked up for far less than their launch price, due to that newer model being released. However, prices can regularly fluctuate, so we'd only recommend them if you can find them for around the AU$400 mark. If you can find them for less, they're a surefire winner, but if they go much above this, then we recommend you also consider the XM5s, Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless or the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e if you can find them on sale.
Like their successors, they offer tremendous noise-cancellation, supreme sound quality, a lightweight and comfortable build, and an ease of use that delivers everything you could want from a wireless set of cans.
On top of the basics, they offer multipoint pairing, DSEE Extreme upscaling, conversational awareness and auto-play/pause using a built-in sensor. They also support Sony’s 360 Reality Audio format that enables spatial audio on stereo headphones plus the LDAC codec that can send a bitrate of up to 990 kbps, but don't support aptX or aptX HD. By every possible metric, the Sony WH-1000XM4 are still a wonderful pair of wireless noise-cancelling headphones.
Read our full Sony WH-1000XM4 review
The best budget wireless headphones
The 1More SonoFlow Pro headphones could just be the only pair of headphones you ever need. They're budget-friendly and they don't ask you to scrimp on many qualities or features. Naturally, they're ultimately not going to trouble the audio or build quality you get from more expensive rivals, but as a capable everyday set of cans, you really can't go wrong here.
Design-wise, they’re sleek and modern, with a lovely, subtle matte finish all over and earcups that angle slightly forward for a more sculpted, futuristic look. There’s generous padding on both the headband and earcups, making them ludicrously comfortable for long listening sessions. The button controls are a little plasticky and the headband isn't the most rigid thing ever, but we never had any fears of anything breaking... plus it's to be expected at this price level.
What you might not expect from these cans is just how good they sound. The performance is solid across the board, although they do lean toward a bassier sound signature, which makes them particularly good for fans of dance, hip-hop, and pop. What we particularly love about them, though, is that the sound is clear and free of tinniness, even when you crank the volume up. If the bass feels a little too bold when you first take them out the box, you can easily tweak the EQ settings in the 1More Music app to suit your preferences. LDAC support is also on board, which means you can enjoy higher-quality audio if your device supports it. They really are incredibly well-specced.
ANC is surprisingly effective too. While it won’t completely mute the world like a pair of high-end Bose or Sony headphones, it does a great job of dulling distractions like chatter, traffic, or office noise – making these a fantastic option for commuting or working in noisy spaces.
Battery life is another headline feature. 1More claims a massive 100 hours of playback, though that’s with both ANC and LDAC turned off. With ANC switched on, you’ll still get an exceptional 65 hours, which is far better than many pricier models can manage.
All in all, the SonoFlow Pro headphones deliver on all of the essentials. You get clear, bass-friendly sound, effective ANC, good comfort, and excellent battery life. At under AU$150, that’s an impressive combination. There are plenty of affordable headphones out there, but few manage to offer this much for so little – and that’s why these are our go-to budget pick.
Read our full 1More Sonoflow Pro HQ51 review
The best premium wireless headphones
The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 are a sleek, sexy pair of wireless over-ears that aren’t cheap (although they're on par with the Sony XM6 at #7 on this list in Australia), but definitely have the performance to back up the premium price. With a gorgeous design, class-leading sound quality and upgraded noise cancellation over previous B&W models, they’re an audiophile-friendly package that doesn’t cut any corners when it comes to comfort or features.
In terms of features, you're getting a lot for your money here. You get Bluetooth 5.3 with aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive and multipoint support, plus a USB-C input that handles 24-bit/96kHz audio for wired listening. The custom-built ANC system uses eight mics and a dedicated platform to cancel noise without compromising sound. The Bowers & Wilkins Music app ties it all together, giving access to EQ presets, battery stats, wear detection and direct streaming from services like Qobuz and Tidal.
More features have been promised via a future firmware update, including Bluetooth LE Audio, Auracast and spatial audio support. They don't offer a listening test for personalised audio, but we think the sound they produce is so good, we can't imagine many people will want to change it anyway.
Battery life is 30 hours with ANC on, which, while not that impressive, it's still enough to comfortably get you through a long week of commuting or travel.
Being a product of B&W, it's perhaps no surprise to learn that the Px7 S3 sound amazing. You're treated to a wide-open sound, packed with detail and an exceptional tonal balance. Bass is punchy yet controlled, mids are vivid and expressive and treble has just enough bite without sounding sharp. Whatever you’re listening to, everything feels cohesive and emotionally engaging. This is easily the most complete and convincing sound we've heard in a pair of wireless headphones at this price.
The design is typical B&W, although we'd say it's a little more discreet than previous Px7 models, with a slimmer profile and lighter feel. But the build is still impeccable with high-end materials and removable parts. They're available in three colours (black, blue, and white) and we have our fingers tightly crossed for the Forest Green of the previous model to be released one day. They're also supplied with a travel case that houses both USB-C and 3.5mm cables.
Comfort is exemplary thanks to memory foam padding and a redesigned headband that serves up a perfect level of clamping force. They’re still on the chunkier side, but much more wearable than earlier B&W models.
The only real downside is a slight susceptibility to wind noise when you’re out and about, as well as a lack of track skip buttons (a peculiar omission) – there's no additional touch controls, either. They're a premium set of headphones and priced accordingly, but they earn every bit of that asking price. If top-tier sound is your number one priority, these are some of the finest wireless headphones you can buy.
Read our full Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 review
The best planar magnetic headphones
Planar magnetic headphones feature a different kind of speaker driver to other pairs of headphones on this list. Planar tech is known for being incredibly dynamic and detailed, making it a favourite of audiophiles, but it's also hard to power and leads to chunky headphones designs. As a result, it's always been rare to find the tech in wireless headphones, but the Edifier Stax Spirit S5 have found a way to make it work, and it's fantastic.
We said in our review that "it doesn’t matter if you’ve listened to a recording plenty of times before now – I’m confident the Edifier Stax Spirit S5 will find some tiny aspect of it or detail within it that you’ve never heard (or, at least, noticed) before." We love just how well the reveal and resolve the fine elements of tracks, but what keeps us coming back to them is that they're also very entertaining, full of low-end oomph and energy. They're also reasonably forgiving with lower-quality streams from the likes of Spotify – you don't have to be a Tidal member to hear what they can do. At louder volumes, the treble can become a little hard-edged, but this is only really a flaw in comparison to very high-end headphones.
The big omission here, though, is active noise cancellation. The passive noise isolation, fortunately, is very good, and they're closed-back, but they're definitely better in less-noisy environments. However, they're well-specced elsewhere, including support for all three major high-res wireless codecs: aptX Lossless, LDAC and LHDC.
They're not the smallest headphones in the world, but by audiophile standards they're practically compact, and they're not too heavy at all at 347g, meaning they're very comfortable to wear. They come with two sets of ear pads, and the mesh ones do a great job of keeping your ears cool, too. Those who are against the use of animal products, be warned here, though: they have leather on outside of the earcups, and one of the sets of ear pads is lambskin.
At over AU$600, they're obviously up there with the more premium headphones available, but they offer sound quality that exceeds this price, and are positively affordable by planar magnetic standards. For hardcore music lovers, we actually think they're incredible value – but obviously it's a steep price regardless.
Read our full Edifier Stax Spirit S5 review
The best mid-priced wireless headphones
The Sony WH-CH720N are a straight-down-the-middle hit. They aim to offer you impressive sound, useful extra features including ANC and a comfortable and light fit – and they succeed.
The sound is extremely well-balanced, which is what we expect from Sony and has an agile touch with detail. In our review, we said "Bass is warm but level-headed, mid-range is robust and individual instruments stand out within it well, and treble has plenty of clarity to make the little details pop. An extra step of precision is definitely what you get here that most other affordable headphones won't deliver." The only limitation from the price is that it's clearly a less expansive soundstage than higher-priced headphones, but that's fair.
The noise cancellation again is a very clear step down from the Sony WH-1000XM4, but it does its job of toning down outside sounds so you don't have to crank the volume all the way up to hear anything. For other features, you've got Sony's DSEE upscaling to make lower-quality streaming tracks sound better, and 360 Reality Audio support for spatial audio. There's no higher-res LDAC wireless tech, but they do come with a wired 3.5mm cable.
The very light build is comfortable to wear, so you can really get into how enjoyable they are to listen to – though we might request a little more headband padding in the next version. They don't excel in any particular area, but they do great in all areas, and that makes them ideal for most people.
Read our full Sony WH-CH720N review
The best wireless headphones for active noise cancellation
The Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones are among the best wireless headphones we've ever tested and their ANC performance is so good that it finally beats Bose. That's no mean feat, and should tell you all you really need to know about their talented set of over-ears.
Their five-year old predecessors, the Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones, remain at the top of our list because we think the specs and the price will suit anyone looking for a high-end pair of headphones. But the XM6s are the pinnacle of Sony's headphone efforts to date, and will suit anyone looking for serious quality.
The Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones give you exactly what they promise and then some thanks to their exceptional noise cancellation and cutting-edge codec support, which delivers even higher quality audio in compatible apps.
The drivers are the same 30mm size as their XM5 predecessor, but they've been re-engineered to deliver an even sweeter sound. The soundstage remains spacious and gives all elements of a mix room to breathe and shine. We were happy to find that there’s very little sound leakage, too, even when you’re listening to loud music.
However, they've received a price increase, and so their AU$699 price tag could be out of reach for many. Plus, when you compare them against pairs such as the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 (our favourite premium headphone pick) which cost the same, you'll agree that the Bowers look and feel more worthy of their price tag. It's not to say the Sonys feel cheap, but they are a lot more plasticky in comparison.
But, if you're a Sony fan and you have the cash to spend, these certainly rank among the very best wireless headphones you can currently buy.
Read our full Sony WH-1000XM6 review
More wireless headphones to consider
Anker Soundcore Space One Pro: These are a good pair of headphones that felt a bit chunky. Other options in this guide also boast much better buttons and work better overall. Read our Anker Soundcore Space One Pro review here.
Bose QuietComfort Headphones: This more affordable version of Bose's QuietComfort series are well worth considering: they're incredibly comfortable, easy-to-use, light and portable with very strong ANC. Of course, they don't have the modern upgrades of the Ultras, but they're still a solid pair of over-ears – especially if you find them discounted. Read our Bose QuietComfort Headphones review for more.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones: They've only recently been pipped to the top ANC spot by the Sony XM6s, but as you'll see from our Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones review, these headphones are still a top choice with almost unbeatable ANC, incredibly detailed sound, a stack of smart features and a very comfortable folding design. If you have the budget for Bose, they're well worth considering.
Earfun Wave Pro: An affordable set of headphones with good ANC, solid sound, excellent battery life, and even hi-res wireless audio support that were previously featured in this very guide. It's only because they sit in an awkward area between the Sony WH-CH520 and the Sony WH-CH720N that they've been relegated to this section instead. If they get discounted, they could be a strong buy. Until then, read our Earfun Wave Pro review for more.
Nothing Headphone (1): With a bold, standout design and premium build, these are some of the most distinctive mainstream headphones around. You get tons of customisation, useful sound options, and extra features if you’re using a Nothing Phone. But they’re on the heavier side, call quality is middling, and the sound doesn’t quite justify the price for true audio purists. Read our full Nothing Headphone (1) review for more.
Sennheiser Accentum Plus: A great-performing pair of headphones, but they're the same price as the Sony WH-1000XM4 and they're still our number one pick. And the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless are only a tad more expensive but with better features, so arguably better value. But the Accentum Plus are another option that could make it into this list if prices change. Definitely read our in-depth Sennheiser Accentum Plus review.
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless: These are a similar story to the Accentum Plus, but we feel the Sony XM4s are still the better buy, especially now we're seeing regular discounts on this pair from Sennheiser. If you can find the Sennheiser model discounted, then we still totally recommend them – you can read exactly why in our full Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless review.
Sonos Ace: If you're looking for the best Dolby Atmos sound for movies, then these are the headphones for you. They sound phenomenal with hi-res wired and wireless support, as well as Sonos soundbar connectivity. Unfortunately, they fall short for music and their ANC, while excellent, isn't quite as strong as the Sony XM6 – but for sheer movie power, they're well worth considering. Read our full Sonos Ace review for more.
How to choose the best wireless headphones
We've tested dozens if not hundreds of wireless headphones, looking at various elements of what makes up the best wireless headphones.
First of all, we considered different styles. We appreciated the importance of some people preferring over-ear compared to in-ear, as well as looked at different ways of connecting the devices, whether that's via a truly wireless connection or with a neckband.
From there, it was important to consider price. While, generally, the more you pay, the better the sound quality, not everyone can (or wants to) spend hundreds on the latest earphones with the best audio experience. Instead, we evaluated what was best here, while ensuring all the entries offered clear and crisp sound at all times.
It's worth considering if you want any additional features too. Many people may just want great sound and a comfy fit, but others may prefer to see voice assistant integration or noise cancellation. There's not much point in spending extra on a set of features you'll never use, or seeking out voice assistant support for a service you don't use.
Audiophiles may also wish to pay attention to wireless headphones that support Hi-Res Audio codecs like LDAC and aptX HD Bluetooth too for superior connectivity.
Ultimately, it's important to find a good balance of features so that you spend the right amount for you, while also getting the style and audio performance you appreciate most.
Wireless vs true wireless: what's the difference?
Wireless headphones are traditional over-ear or on-ear headphones without the wire – the two earcups are connected by a headband.
Wireless earbuds have existed for a while now, basically since Bluetooth was invented. Though battery-powered and not physically connected to your phone, they have a cord connecting both buds – and sometimes a band around the neck too. Check out the best wireless earbuds for more.
True wireless earbuds have no cord whatsoever. While wireless allows us to wear headphones a few feet away from our music players, True Wireless cuts the cord between the earbuds, giving us true freedom. If you're looking to go full wireless, we also have a round-up of the best true wireless headphones.
Are wired headphones better than wireless?
While you're generally going to get better sound quality out of wired headphones, there have been so many advances in audio tech in the recent years that you're likely not going to notice the difference.
We still recommend for audiophiles to opt for wired headphones, but as for everyone else, it's really down to personal preference. Wireless headphones can be a bit more convenient, as there's no tangled cords involved, and if you get a good quality pair, you not going to miss out when it comes to sound quality,
What are the best headphones I can buy right now?
There's really no one answer to this. While we've ranked headphones in this list, it ultimately comes down to your preferences, style and budget.
We've given the Sony WH-1000XM4's the top spot for over-ear headphones because they perform beautifully and have a stack of features including a decent battery life and noise cancellation. They're definitely a well rounded set of headphones, but you might find another on this list that better suits your needs.
Consider the design of your headphones – do you want something in-ear, over-ear or even on-ear? How will you use them and what falls into your budget? These are all important things to consider, and will help you find the best headphones for your personal needs.
Which brand is best for wireless headphones?
There's no one perfect brand for wireless headphones as you can see above. It all depends on what you need most from your wireless headphones. If you're looking for solid all-rounders, Sony are a great bet if you can afford them, while Bose often have the edge with noise-cancellation quality. That's before you consider if you need the best wireless headphones for running, listening, or something different.
That's why it's important to do your research and think about what is most important to you.
How we tested the best wireless headphones
We've tested every pair of the best wireless headphones on this list and to include them here, we were looking for each device to tick a number of key boxes.
The first, of course, is Bluetooth connectivity. But as well as offering wireless sound, we also tested for stable and reliable connections – there's nothing worse than losing a track just as it reaches the good bit.
Next up, we wanted to ensure the headphones were designed with wearability and style in mind. We tested how comfortable they were for long periods of time and assessed their looks, too, from minimal to suitably stylish.
Audio performance was a key consideration. Gone are the days of wireless headphones lacking in sound quality, so we made sure every pair of Bluetooth headphones on this list offered clear, powerful sound.
We also considered additional features, too, like AI assistant integration and noise cancellation. Not all of the headphones in this list have extras like these, but it certainly makes some devices more appealing than others – especially if you have a big budget.
Speaking of budget, we also considered whether the wireless headphones in this list were good value for money. This didn't mean we only wanted to include budget headphones, but wanted to ensure all of the devices that we added in this guide did match up to their price tag – even if it was a big one.
October 29, 2025 Overhauled the guide and removed several pairs for specific categories and moved them to the 'Also Consider' section instead. July 30, 2025 Replaced the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones with the Sony WH-1000XM6 as the 'best for ANC' based on further comparison testing. Kept the Bose pair in with a new 'best for Bose fans' category.
Replaced the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 with the Bowers & WIlkins Px7 S3 as the best premium pick. June 5, 2025 Replaced the Sony WH-1000XM5 with the Sony WH-1000XM6 as the 'best high-end Sony headphones' based on our recent testing. April 16, 2025 Refreshed the intro and conducted an audit of the pairs included to make sure they were still relevant, available and hadn't been replaced by newer models. Replaced the Sony WH-C520 with the 1More SonoFlow Pro HQ51 as the 'best budget wireless headphones' Replaced the Edifier Stax Spirit S3 with the Edifier Stax Spirit S5 as the 'best planar magnetic wireless headphones' Refreshed the list of 'more wireless headphones to consider' at the bottom of this page. August 20 2024 Carried out a complete overhaul of the guide by removing all wireless and true wireless earbuds, which have been moved to their own dedicated guides. Updated the remaining list of wireless headphone models to reflect recent reviews and availability in Australia. The Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 are the top pick for the best premium wireless headphones in other territories, but their lack of availability in Australia means they've been replaced by the Bowers & Wilkins Px8.
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