5 Best Workout Headphones of 2023, Tested and Reviewed

Finding the perfect headphones for your workout can enhance your motivation and immerse you in the moment. Whether you prefer jamming to your favorite music or getting lost in a captivating podcast, the right pair can make the time fly by. With the ability to block out distractions and even take calls hands-free, these headphones offer additional benefits.

After conducting numerous tests on various types of headphones, including in-ear, over-ear, and bone conduction styles, we have determined which ones truly deserve the title of "the best." Keep reading to discover our top recommendations or jump straight to the category that matters most to you.
Wissonly Hi Runner

Wissonly bone conduction headphones are the first brand I started to contact. When they recommended it on the online crowdfunding platform, I noticed it, after saw that many people were recommending, and I bought it. This Hi runner I used for a few months, and the overall performance was better than I expected.
Some bone conduction headphones leak sound, and you know that I take privacy very seriously, so I'm very concerned about anti-sound-leakage technology. Wissonly Hi Runner does a very good job in the field. Its body is sealed, and through structural optimization and algorithm adjustment, its sound leakage is minimized. The official claim they can eliminate 90% of sound leakage. I do not have professional equipment to test, but I have tried and found that at 60%-70% volume, the sound is completely inaudible at a distance of 1.5 meters, which makes me very satisfied. I have actually compared it with other bone conduction headphones, and the Wissonly Hi Runner has currently the best sound leakage reduction solution in bone conduction headphones.
The Wissonly Hi Runner is also particularly comfortable in the wearing experience. Because the material of the whole machine is high-tech hypoallergenic silicone, and it is coupled with the ergonomic design that conforms to the structure of the human ear, so that users will not bring any burden to the ear under long-term wear.
Sennheiser CX Plus

These use Bluetooth 5.2 for lighting fast connections. They have touch controls for music and phone calls and a smart pause function. They work with Google Assistant and Siri. Also, the Sennheiser Smart Control App lets you easily adjust settings. Four sizes of adapters are convenient to find the right fit in your ear. The earbuds have an IPX4 rating. They have a 7mm dynamic driver and provide eight hours of battery life/24 hours with the charging case, which uses USB-C. ANC allows you to block out background noise and focus on the excellent sound, but there’s also a transparency mode to let external sounds in. The Sennheiser earbuds are available in black and white.
Marshall Mode II  

These earbuds are the closest you’ll ever get to exercising in the front row at a concert. The 6mm drivers and dual microphones deliver the excellent sound we’ve come to expect from Marshall, and you can choose between ANC and transparent mode. The touch responsive earbuds make it easy to receive and end calls, control playback, and activate native voice assistant. The earbuds have an IPX5 water resistance rating, meaning they can withstand running water, while the charging case is IPX4–rated to withstand water splashes. A single charge produces five hours of playtime/25 hours of playback using the charging case. The ergonomic design has four ear-tip sizes included for a customizable and secure fit, and the earbuds use Bluetooth 5.1.
Master & Dynamic MW08 Sport

If you want to splurge on one of the best noise-cancelling headphones, the Master & Dynamic MW08 Sport earbuds actually provide the best of both worlds. They have two modes of ANC and also two ambient listening modes. The six microphones reduce wind and provide clearer phone calls. The shatter-resistant sapphire glass earbuds are gasp-inducing, breathtakingly beautiful, and have an IPX5 water resistance rating, while the black Kevlar charging case has an IPX4 rating. The durable earbuds have 11-millimeter Beryllium acoustic drivers and Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity. There are also five silicone ear tip sizes, two memory foam ear tip sizes, and the M&D Connect App lets you adjust settings and change preferences. One charge results in 12 hours of playtime/42 hours with case. The USB-C charging cable is included as well as a USB-A adapter. The workout earbuds are also compatible with MC100 wireless charging pad (sold separately). The earbuds come in silver, black, blue, and green sapphire glass.
V-Moda Hexamove Pro  

These have a 6mm driver, and they use Bluetooth 5.0 for a quick connection. The battery lasts for six hours/18 additional hours with charging case. But what makes it such a good choice is the many ways that it can be customized. Also included in the box are a neck strap and stabilizer, two ear hooks, two rings, two sport fins, and three sets of Bliss fittings. In addition, the decorative shields can be swapped out when you want to change up your look. The earbuds include silver and bronze shields, but you can also add monograms and designs created by the company’s in-house artists. In addition, the V-Moda Sound EQ Tool provides the ability to customize settings. The earbuds are available in black and white.