The Best Cyber Monday Running Headphones Deals Still Available

Thanks to an upgraded chip and amplifier, the second-gen AirPods Pro offer an improved audio experience, and they’re an obvious choice for iPhone users (though they can work with Android phones, too). A transparency mode allows you to hear your surroundings, the splash-proof design resists sweat, and you can control the volume with just a swipe on the earbud stem—helpful for making adjustments on the run.

Bose is a trusted name in audio, and the brand’s Sport Earbuds live up to that reputation. These ‘buds provide clear, balanced sound thanks to their Active EQ system, which automatically adjusts the audio highs and lows to suit the volume setting. They’re also built specifically for workouts and feature a comfy tip design and simple touch gestures for playback control.

The first thing you’ll notice about the Beats Studio Buds is their size: These earbuds are tiny. Even so, RW testers found they stayed in place while running. Better yet, they’re programmed with premium features like spatial audio (which mimics the experience of listening to music in a room), a transparency mode, and active noise cancellation. They play nice with both iOS and Android devices, and they come with three sets of silicone ear tips to help you get a snug fit.

Sony’s LinkBuds have a unique design: A ring-shaped speaker with an open center area that allows ambient noise to pass through. The result? You can listen to music and hear speeding cars and other hazards as you run. The audio quality isn’t stellar, but if you often run in high-traffic areas and prefer an in-ear fit, these are definitely worth a look.

With their $30 price tag, these JLab earbuds are a bargain—and even more so now that they’re on sale. Boasting a splash-proof design, five hours of battery life, and a slim charging/carrying case with an integrated power cable, the Go Air is a great pick for a no-frills, high-quality pair of running earbuds.

The Powerbeats Pro earns high marks for battery life, audio quality, and ergonomics. The ear hook design ensures a snug, comfy fit—even during intense workouts—and the audio is on par with the best on this list. The earbuds utilize the same headphone chip as Apple’s third-gen AirPods, and they support spatial audio for an immersive listening experience, though they don’t feature active noise canceling.

With their stellar battery life, excellent dust and water resistance, active noise canceling tech, and secure “swivel-grip” design, LG’s Tone Free TF8 wireless earbuds are a strong performer in any situation. But they also come with one standout feature: The carrying/charging case includes a 3.5mm headphone jack, which allows you to listen to audio from non-Bluetooth sources. You might think you’d never use it, until you sit down on a plane and want to watch a movie—the case can plug into the seat back and send the audio to your earbuds.

Shokz bone conduction headphones are still our top pick for staying alert while running, but they’re pricey and a bit bulky. Although they don’t use bone conduction technology, these JLab earbuds offer similar awareness for less than half the price, and they’re more streamlined. The ear hook design places a speaker over each ear but leaves your ears open, so you can hear ambient sounds easily (they can also attach to your sunglasses). The audio isn’t going to win any awards, but by prioritizing ambient sound, they offer a safe way to listen to music while running in busy areas.