10 Reviews: Best On Ear Headphones for Running (Apr 2024)

Let’s start with the lowest priced product on this list. The Plantronics BackBeat 500 is priced under $50, comes with a battery life of 18 hours; enough for long-distance jogging. Despite the budget-friendly price, this headshell delivers the right audio balance and a deep, rich sound over a Bluetooth connection. No more dealing with annoying cables while running.

Quality wireless headphones, battery lasts quite awhile and sound is excellent, I use these regularly for the gym and have had no issues using them for any exercise, even running. These are fairly sweatproof and can be wiped down easily. There is passive noise cancellation and its decent enough when volume is up high

by Sean M.

The Skullcandy Riff Wireless On-Ear Headphones are available in multiple color options and are equipped with soft cushioned earcups that make them comfortable in prolonged use. For its price, this listening device has a great sound. Not to mention the collapsible, flat-folding design, making it a loyal non-human exercise companion that is ready to immerse you in music.

This are the best by far I’ve owned and I went thru 4 pairs of different brands before I found this . I run for 45 minutes a day plus my workout lifting weights for 1 hour and I sweat a lot! The others always brake quick because of it. and they are supper comfortable and very lightweight. Ah and the battery is so good I charge them once a week! Oh and beyond anything else the performance for the price is just unbeatable. I even gave some away to family for Christmas presents. Thank you for the amazing product.

by Liz Llerena

Next, the Status Audio BT One offers a full 30 hours of battery life which means there’s little chance for you to run out of power on the go. The award-winning headphones rely on a 40mm driver to deliver your favorite music with crystal clearness. The premium materials married with timeless design elements, make you look cooler while running around the neighborhood. This device control scheme is basic but easy to use, even when you’re on the move.

These are one of the best headphones I have ever used for their price. The sound quality is really impressive!!! They also fit nicely on top of my ears and don’t wobble around while I jog. I also work from home office and find that the microphone integration works great. I got the brown ones and I think the design is really slick. Great job I look forward to seeing what this company does next!

by Mr. Missedher

What makes the Avantree Alto Clair stand out is the detachable boom microphone to accommodate crystal clear sound quality for all of your personal and professional calls. This wireless on-ears headphone is decently comfortable and lightweight, with a design that stands out in any environment. Also, you’ll never experience any lip-sync delay, thanks to the aptX Low Latency technology.

Excellent headphones, good sound, the presence of a microphone on the headband and an additional plug-in microphone. Connect directly to two devices, for example, you can simultaneously listen to music and monitor calls from your phone and answer calls. I recommend to everyone.

by G***v

This one comes from a brand that has long been producing sports gear: Adidas. In terms of design, the Adidas RPT-01 has a sporty feel, making it perfect for your daily running exercises. This hearing device has a battery life of 40 hours, which should be more than enough to get you through a couple of days without needing to be recharged. Moreover, the knitted headband and ear cushions can even be removed and washed after particularly sweaty sessions.

Great running headphones. Good sound, which I'd expect coming from Marshall speakers. Comfortable after a little wear softens up the fabric. Bluetooth 5.0. Good fit for smaller heads. I'd buy again if I lost them.

by J. Sharp

The Jabra Elite 45h is sleek, lightweight, and clean, offering a whopping 50 hours of playtime. It features 2-microphone call technology that makes you hear and be heard more than ever, ideal for daily use. What’s more, at an affordable price, you can connect it with Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant. The Jabra Elite 45h will definitely take your running routine to the next level.

EXCELLENT sound!! Lightweight. I bought these because I do alot that requires headphones. The sound is super clear. I can hear very well on calls and it sounds super clear. I also love how easy it was to pair. The connect never drops and even while running they stay in place on my head! You can adjust them to fit your head and the best part they look amazing! Easy control buttons on the ear for convenience. Can't go wrong with these!!

by DANYEL'S CORNER

If you’re looking for a well-balanced listening experience without breaking the bank, the AKG Noise by Samsung is a solid option. It proves an impressive job of filtering out background noise so you’ll not notice the noisy streets and being able to focus on hitting your target run. You hear only what you want with turn on the active noise cancellation (ANC). But if you want your battery to last longer just turn the ANC off and you’ll get 30 hours of playback

Good quality headphones. Sound is excellent, easy to set up, useful for jogging as they stay on safely. Would recommend paying the price.

by grafar121

The Bowers & Wilkins PX5 is an on-ear headphone with a noise-canceling feature. It is compact, easy to travel with, which means it’s ideal for use while jogging. What’s more impressive is that this headshell pays attention to your every move: whenever you lift the earcups, the music will automatically stop and return to playing when you put it back. You’ll never miss anything.

These headphones were very nice. They were easy to use. They were comfortable for my daughter. I really like that they have noise cancellation. The quality was fantastic. They worked great. They were attractive. I would recommend them.

by B. McCarthy

What makes this headphone stand out apart from its flattering design and affordable price is the active noise canceling that blocks any unwanted noise. Additionally, this device lets you enjoy your favorite playlist with cushion cups for a full 22 hours. Still not enough? Give it a quick 10-minute charge and this on-ear headphone will give bless your ears with 3 hours of playback. The six lovely color options give you the freedom to choose according to your personality.

First use: Went running on the treadmill for 3 miles. It stayed on great. I even sprinted as fast as I could several times. This is my first Beats headset. I got lucky and bought it when it was on sale for 179$. Brand new. Only had 3 colors available but it was a damn good deal. If you can find them for under 200$ I’d say they are worth it.. again this is after first use though. I used them hard though. Lol.

by Zac

Finally, the last: Marshall Mid ANC Headphone. This one features a retro design with squared-off ear cups and a gold-on-black color scheme. As for sound quality, the well-balanced sound profile and the right amount of bass will immerse you in your favorite music while running further. Ah, let’s not forget the control knob which allows you to answer, reject, or end a call wirelessly. And, you can also enjoy 15 hours straight of talk time.

These headphones were bought for me as a present and I really love them. They have quite a lot of adjustability in the fit and you can switch the noise cancelling facility off if you want to. They connect to the phone like a car set up so that the sound turns off if the phone rings. Great sound. I can immerse myself in the music whilst I exercise so it is helping me to keep on track.

by E L Hodgson