10. Onkyo ES-HF300

• Reviewed on: 15 July 13
• RRP: £179 inc VAT
• Rating:

We found lots to like in the ES-HF300 headphones, starting with their good insight into the music mix, and low scope that didn't drown out everything above. Like many far-eastern voiced headphones, they have a crisp, trebly quality that throws the window open to detail, although that can also make them over analytical.

9. iT7x

• Reviewed on: 3 December 12
• RRP: £150 inc. VAT
• Rating:

Well-built and stylish, the iT7x headset is a full-featured, high-performance set of Bluetooth earphones. The sound isn't as good as the best wired audio equipment, but in general we are fans.

8. Sennheiser Amperior

• Reviewed on: 27 July 12
• RRP: £259.95 inc VAT
• Rating:

Sennheiser's new Amperior headphones offer rugged good looks and excellent sound quality. Read our review to find out more.

7. Philips CityScape Downtown

• Reviewed on: 6 November 12
• RRP: £59 inc VAT
• Rating:

The Philips CityScape Downtown headphones offer comfort and style for a very affordable price. Sound quality is respectable but not astounding, but we didn't expect anything more for the asking price.

6. Motörheadphönes Iron Fist

• Reviewed on: 14 November 12
• RRP: £99.99
• Rating:

Don’t be misled by the posturing look and mock-gothic script printed over these ‘phones. They’ll suit a wide range of music – and that includes rap and metal. If you are a Heavy Metal fan then the Motörheadphönes will be Ace, and you should Bite The Bullet, make the Sacrifice and buy a pair straight away to show your allegiance. Lemmy have ‘em! If you’re more of a Mantovani person they’ll be a little Overkill and you might prefer to be Deaf Forever.

5. Logitech UE 9000 headphones

• Reviewed on: 21 January 13
• RRP: £299 inc VAT
• Rating:

The high price of the Logitech UE 9000 is what’s stopping us recommending them outright. If you can find them for a significant discount where they begin to compete with the Audio-Technicas, Boses and Polk Audios in the sub-£200 price range, we’d give them serious consideration for the convenience of the combination of Bluetooth and high-capacity internal battery.

4. KEF M500

• Reviewed on: 12 July 13
• RRP: £250 inc VAT
• Rating:

KEF has come up trumps with its first pair of headphones offering excellent build quality and a stylish comfortable design. After running in, the M500 headphones sound clear, punchy and balanced but won't blow you away quite as touted. They are also pricey for our liking and you can find similar or better sound quality for less.

3. Sony MDR-1RBT

• Reviewed on: 1 March 13
• RRP: £339 inc VAT
• Rating:

Sony’s MDR-1RBT headphones sound equally good whether you’re listening wired or wirelessly. Hooking up with Bluetooth does give a bit of a bump to bass and treble, too, as well as the convenience of no cords. The convenience of NFC - if you’ve got a compatible mobile - is even better.

2. Bowers & Wilkins P3

• Reviewed on: 5 July 12
• RRP: £169
• Rating:

Bowers & Wilkins has delivered an excellent balance of price, design, build quality and sound performance with the P3. For the reasonable price of £169 you get a comfortable and stylish pair of portable headphones with balanced and clear sound.

1. Denon AH-D600

• Reviewed on: 11 July 13
• RRP: £350 inc VAT
• Rating:

The AH-D600 headphones offer armchair comfort with analytical insight into the musical mix. These headphones possess comfort levels that rise above lighter street-friendly designs, but that will make them a little bulky and ostentatious for most people to use on the move. Nevertheless, if you want a great taste of high-end head sound the Denons will deliver with majestic and relaxed sound.