Listen up, NY Post readers!

Amazon Prime Day is officially here and we hear there are some Prime Day headphone deals worth adding to your cart right now.

Amazon’s annual fall event is back — it started on Oct. 6 and runs through the end of Oct. 7.

Are you in the market for a new pair of headphones? From Apple to Bose to Beats headphones and beyond, if you’re looking for an upgrade, you’ll find some great models — including ones that we’ve tested and loved here at Post Wanted — at some of the lowest prices ever.

As a headphone tester, I’ve cycled through over a dozen pairs in the last year, which means I keep a close eye on when prices actually drop.

You’ll have to be an Amazon Prime member to shop these great deals, but if you aren’t, no problem! A 30-day free trial is available to all new members, so you can take advantage of these great deals before the $14.99/month payments begin.

These headphone deals range from pairs I’ve personally tested to ones our team swears by. If I’ve used it and it’s still discounted, you’ll find it below — along with my unfiltered take on what’s actually worth your money. Use the links below to jump to your preferred model, or scroll to check out everything worth shopping.

Apple Prime Day headphone deals

AirPods Pro 3

AirPods Pro 3 deliver world-class active noise cancellation, which improves upon the already great feature included with the AirPods Pro 2. It also has smarter features, like live translation using Apple Intelligence, heart rate sensors and the ability to use the earbuds as a clinical-grade hearing aid.

I recently upgraded my own AirPods after six years with the original AirPods Pro and the difference is absolutely shocking. These are far and away the best headphones Apple has ever offered.

Apple AirPods Max 2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones

The AirPods Pro Max 2 are the latest edition of Apple’s over-ear model to be turning heads. These are some of the most stylish headphones money can buy, and the high-fidelity audio and spatial head-tracking genuinely make it sound like you’re sitting in a private movie theater. The memory foam cushions are comfortable, making them perfect for long-haul flights or ignoring the world at your desk.

Over-Ear Prime Day headphone deals

Beats Studio Pro

The Beats Studio Pro headphones deliver exceptional sound quality and adaptive noise cancellation for an immersive Dolby Atmos audio experience. This is the one pair of headphones I come back to again and again. They’re comfortable enough to wear all day, with great, long-lasting battery life and advanced features for audiophiles.

I’m not the only Beats fan here at Post Wanted. Reporter Miska Salemann also loves these, saying, “I’ve never splurged on headphones before (I used to be an old-fashioned wired-headphones person), but eventually I gave in and got a pair of Beats. The sound is so immersive — so much better than my old, dangly headphones — it feels like I’m hearing the music live.”

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Bluetooth Headphones

These are another tried and tested Post Wanted fave. The Bose QuietComfort Over-Ear Ultra Bluetooth Headphones offer superior noise cancellation, delivering an incredibly immersive listening experience even in the noisiest environments. With plush ear cushions and an adjustable headband, they provide all-day comfort by being one of the more lightweight over-ear options on the market today. Right now, these are marked down to their lowest price ever.

Beats Solo 4 headphones combine premium sound quality with a sleek, stylish design that’s smaller than the Beats Studio Pro, while delivering the same rich bass and clear audio you’d expect from Beats for an enhanced listening experience. I’ve tested these too, and they’re an excellent choice, especially if you have a smaller head.

JLab JBuds Lux ANC

If you’re looking for a pair that balances quality with affordability, this JLab pair is the one for you. This is an affordable pair of over-ear wireless headphones that combine active noise cancellation, customizable sound settings, and long battery life in a comfortable everyday design. They stand up against the best of them and are one of the most comfortable options I’ve tried.

SHOKZ New OpenRun Pro 2

The SHOKZ OpenRun Pro 2 are premium open-ear sports headphones that combine bone conduction and air conduction technology to deliver clearer highs, deeper bass, and improved situational awareness during workouts. Designed for runners and active users, they feature a lightweight, secure fit, IP55 water resistance, USB-C charging and up to 12 hours of battery life for all-day performance.

Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones Bluetooth On-Ear Headset

Sony WH-CH520 wireless headphones deliver clear, balanced sound with Bluetooth connectivity and a lightweight on-ear design for comfortable everyday listening. With long-lasting battery life and convenient controls, they’re a practical and budget-friendly choice for music, calls and entertainment on the go.

Earbud Prime Day headphone deals

Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro

Now at their lowest price ever, the Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro is one of the best bang-for-your-buck headphone picks out there, with active noise cancelation and Dolby audio that rivals pairs that cost three times as much. They deliver powerful, detailed sound with advanced noise cancellation and a secure, comfortable fit for immersive listening anywhere. With high-quality wireless audio, long battery life, and convenient smart features, they’re built for music, calls and everyday use.

Sony WF-1000XM6 The Best Truly Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds

The Sony WF-1000XM6 are premium truly wireless earbuds that offer industry-leading noise cancellation, rich high-resolution sound, and intelligent adaptive features in a compact, comfortable design built for all-day listening. They fit comfortably and the sound quality is among the best of all the pairs I’ve tried throughout the years. Right now, snag these at their lowest price ever.

Shokz OpenDots Air

The SHOKZ OpenDots Air are lightweight open-ear wireless earbuds that deliver clear, immersive sound while keeping you connected to your surroundings. I’m a huge fan of these headphones; In fact, they’re the headphones that turned me from an open-ear skeptic to a believer, and I’m wearing them as I write this very round-up. While I like my noise-canceling headphones as much as the next slightly overstimulated gal, some situations, like a crowded subway car or walking around NYC at night, these provide that better than a “transparency mode” in most of my other go-to pairs of headphones.

Soundcore P30i by Anker Noise Cancelling Earbuds

This Post Wanted-approved pair of Soundcore earbuds is deeply discounted right now. These are the real deal, offering optimized noise cancellation and highly customizable sound with pre-set and custom EQ settings and 3D surround sound, all for less than $30. Don’t believe me? With over 20,000 reviews on Amazon, these headphones have an average 4.3 out of 5 rating, with one satisfied customer proclaiming that they’re the “best discovery on Amazon.”

Shokz OpenDots 2

The SHOKZ OpenDots 2 are open-ear wireless earbuds designed for comfortable, all-day listening while keeping you aware of your surroundings. With a lightweight design and secure fit, they’re ideal for workouts, commuting, and everyday use. I’m a huge fan of these Dolby-enabled headphones, but I’m not the only one. Associate Editor Hannah Southwick has used older generations of these Shokz clip-ons, but feels the OpenDots 2 are the most secure she’s tried.

Nothing Ear (a) Wireless Earbuds

Nothing Ear (a) Wireless Earbuds deliver immersive sound with active noise cancellation, clear calls, and a comfortable in-ear fit. With a distinctive transparent design and long-lasting battery life, they’re built for stylish, everyday listening.

Your Prime Big Deal Days FAQs, answered

What is Prime Big Deal Days and when is it?

Prime Big Deal Days — fondly known as October Prime Day — is Amazon’s biggest fall sale, offering massive discounts before the holiday rush of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. October Prime Day runs from Tuesday, Oct. 6 to Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026.

Prime Day vs. Prime Big Deal Days

Prime Day and Prime Big Deal Days are both Prime member-exclusive seasonal sales with massive discounts on rotating bestsellers. Unlike July’s Prime Day, Prime Big Deal Days runs every October as a precursor to the busy holiday season, allowing shoppers to start saving on gift shopping early.

Do you have to be an Amazon Prime member to shop?

October Prime Day is exclusively available to Prime members. However interested shoppers can grab a 30-day free trial to try Prime, and its many benefits with no strings attached, and gain access to exclusive deals and the convenience of fast, free shipping.

What are the best deals?

From reporting on Amazon sales for years, we can tell you for certain that Amazon’s October Prime Day is the ideal time to save on big-ticket tech, Amazon devices, gift-worthy clothing and beauty and skincare staples, household essentials and many more Amazon best-sellers.

Is it worth it?

Every Prime Day sale is a great chance to score deals on thousands of best-sellers, top tech and appliances and every day essentials, but Amazon’s October event also has great pre-holiday discounts on gifts. Our team diligently sorts through all the offers to find the very best items to grab on sale.

When is the next Prime Day?

Already wondering when Amazon’s next Prime Day is? We expect Prime Day to return in summer 2027, but anticipate just-as-good (if not better) deals coming this Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Follow Post Wanted’s around-the-clock coverage, and you’ll be the first to know about headline-worthy sales. Click here to find all of the best deals.

Why Trust Post Wanted by the New York Post

This article was written by Angela Tricarico, Commerce Streaming Reporter for Post Wanted Shopping, Page Six, and Decider.com. Angela keeps readers up to date with cord-cutter-friendly deals, and information on how to watch your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and movies on every streaming service. Not only does Angela test and compare the streaming services she writes about to ensure readers are getting the best prices, but she’s also a superfan specializing in the intersection of shopping, tech, sports, and pop culture. When she’s not writing about (or watching) TV, movies, and sports, she’s also keeping up on the underrated perfume dupes at Bath & Body Works and testing headphones. Prior to joining Decider and The New York Post in 2023, she wrote about streaming and consumer tech at Insider Reviews.