Top 5 Headphone Under $100 to Buy in 2019

There’s no need to splurge on headphones to get a great sound. Take a look at some of the best wired picks out there under $100, including in-ear and over-ear options.
You really can score great-quality headphones for less than a Benjamin. Please note that this article features only wired headphones, so if you’re looking for affordable wireless headphones and earbuds.

Status Audio CB-1 Over-Ear Headphones

Thanks to a pair of 50-millimeter audio drivers, the CB-1 headset offers a neutral sound signature that’s suitable even for studio work.

Each pair ships with two detachable cables — one coiled for studio work and one straight for casual listening. The headphones fold for easier storag

$59.99

Bose SoundSport In-Ear Headphones

The Bose SoundSport earbuds are designed with workout warriors in mind, offering a superb fit and lightweight construction. The earbuds are also sweat- and weather-resistant, so even outdoor adventures won’t cause them any harm.

As expected from a Bose headset, the SoundSport earbuds deliver excellent sound quality. A built-in remote for making phone calls is also on board

$49.99

Sony MDR-ZX110NC Noise-Canceling Headphones

The Sony MDR-ZX110NC headphones offer on-ear design, excellent noise canceling, and an entertaining, slightly bass-heavy sound signature. The latter comes courtesy of 30-millimeter neodymium audio drivers.

An AAA battery helps the headset deliver up to 80 hours of noise-cancellation between replacements.

$19.96

1MORE Triple Driver In-Ear Headphones

The 1MORE triple driver earbuds could well be the best in-ear option for less than $100. Tuned by a Grammy Award-winning audio engineer, the earphones deliver exceptional sound quality that’s worthy of a much higher price tag.

Sleek design, excellent build quality, and a built-in remote control that works with both Android and iOS devices are also among the headset’s key features.

$79.77

RHA S500 Earbuds

Thanks to their aluminum construction and sleek industrial design, the RHA S500 in-ear headphones are as beautiful to look at as they are to touch. Their surprisingly well-balanced sound signature is also excellent for this price point.

A built-in microphone, a rich set of bundled essential accessories, and a sweet 3-year warranty make these earbuds a great sub-$50 option

$38.56

Grado Prestige Series SR80e Headphones

Crafted by the Brooklyn-based Grado Labs, the Prestige Series SR80e are among the best-sounding headphones for less than $100. The open-air headset features a perfectly balanced sound signature, beautiful design, and build quality to match.

It’s worth noting that despite their sub-$100 price tag, the SR80e headphones are handmade in Brooklyn. They don’t have a built-in microphone, but the omission is well worth it.

$99.00