The sub-$100 headphone market has never been better. Whether you're looking for your first pair of serious cans or a recommendation to give a friend, these are the ones we'd point to without hesitation.
Our picks
Koss KPH30i — The $35 on-ear that has no business sounding as good as it does. Warm, fun, and ridiculously light.
Sennheiser HD 400S — Sennheiser's entry-level closed-back. Clean, comfortable, foldable. A proper step up from earbuds.
Samson SR850 — An open-back semi-clone of the AKG K240 Studio. Technically impressive for $50.