The headphone renaissance is booming and there are now a ton of models that sell for under $100 that offer better sound, looks, and durability than ever before. Finding the perfect fit for your needs can be tough. So I put together this value-packed list with the best cans under $100. Whether you are an early-morning gym warrior or a budding podcast producer, there should be something for everyone here.

V-Moda Forza

Our Best Overall Pick

Made For: Vigorous Exercisers

Why you should buy them: They sound amazing and come with a 3D-molded accessory to keep the buds in during your most intense workouts.

Tao Tronics Wireless

Best Wireless Over-Ear Phones

Made For: Ardent Music Lovers

Why you should buy them: If you are seeking great-looking, feature-packed wireless headphones that don’t need to be charged every day … look no further.

Marshall Major III

Audiophile’s Choice

Made For: Headbanging Gear Heads

Why you should buy them: Marshall headphones have really stepped up their game in recent years and these headphones include the remastered 40mm drivers. Expect those bass tones to sound super epic.

Shure SE112 

Best First-Time Buds

Made For: Price-conscious new headphone buyers

Why you should buy them: The Shure SE112 is a major sonic upgrade from the standard, in-ear speakers that come with phones these days.

Sennheiser HD280 Pro

Best Cans for the HD Content Producer

Made For: Radio Producers

Why you should buy them: The Sennheiser HD280 Pro over-the-ear phones sound great, but it’s their durability and low-key style that made these headphones a radio studio staple. You should buy them if serious content production is in your future.

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Nathan writes about lifestyle tech for all. He lives in Phoenixville with his two cats: Tolstoy and Karenina.

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