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The best headphones for students in the UK
Investing in a good pair of headphones is a must for any student, whether they’re studying for university exams, doing GCSE prep, or just about everything else in between.
A really good pair of noise cancelling headphones is a great way to focus on studying or writing an essay, because they can block out background noise and free students from distractions. They can also create a distraction-free zone if you’re listening to music or an audiobook, or watching a movie on a laptop in a public setting.
While great headphones can be really expensive, we picked pairs that have amazing audio quality that won’t break the bank. After all, being broke is pretty synonymous with being a student. And with our recommendations, you can save your money and spend it on more important things for school — like textbooks, laptops, and of course, pot noodles for late night study sessions. Read more…
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BEST FOR AUDIO
Audio Technica ATH-ANC7B
This pair excels at blocking out noise from the outside world, which makes them ideal for students trying to study.
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BEST FOR COMFORT
Creative Sound Blaster Jam
Weighing in at only 220 grams, these headphones are so comfortable that you might not even notice you're wearing them.
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BEST FOR TRAVELLING
Sony WH-1000xM3
Block out high-altitude hums, roaring engines, and any loud distractions that might stop you from studying.
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BEST IN-EAR OPTION
1More Triple Driver In-Ear Headphones
Each earpiece contains three audio drivers for balanced and deep bass and dynamic tones in a lightweight presentation that’s comfortable to wear.
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BEST BATTERY LIFE
Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2
These have the ability to pair two devices at once, so you can go from watching a movie on a laptop to listening to an audiobook on a phone easily.
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BEST BUDGET IN-EAR OPTION
RHA S500u
These feature a handy universal remote and microphone for Siri and Google Assistant voice commands.
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BEST FOR STYLE
BeatsX Earphones
These deliver clear and crisp sound in a sleek and sexy design with eight-hour battery life and fast charging.
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BEST OPEN-BACK OPTION
Grado SR60e
Headphones with open-backed ear cups allow the sound to feel like it's in the same room as you and not just in your ears.
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BEST WIRELESS OPTION
LG Tone Pro 780
Lightweight and well-balanced, with advanced quad-layer speaker technology that produces excellent audio quality and short charging times.
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BEST BUDGET ON-EAR OPTION
Urbanears Plattan 2
These collapsible headphones offer up really good passive noise isolation with a stylish and fun look.
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BEST FOR ATHLETES
Monster iSport Intensity
Durable and sweatproof to keep the music going, with handy controls right on the wire, so you don’t have to fiddle with your smartphone while using them.
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BEST MID-RANGE WIRELESS OPTION
Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH
A great value for students and audiophiles alike with 45mm drivers for quality audio and NFC pairing for up to eight devices.
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BEST HEADPHONES FOR GAMING
Corsair HS50
The microphone reduces ambient noise, and it's also removable, so it doesn't get in the way if you want to use the headphones for something else.
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BEST WATERPROOF HEADPHONES
H2O Audio Headphones
These are IPX8 rated for 100% waterproofing in heavy sweat, rain, and complete submersion for up to 12 feet of water.
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BEST TANGLE-FREE WIRED OPTION
JLab Audio Diego
This sleek and sexy pair are rugged, flexible, comfortable, and affordable.
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